Orange County Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Hit by a Car While Walking? You Have Rights.
In an accident involving a car vs. pedestrian, it is obvious that one party is at an extreme disadvantage. Vehicles are larger and more powerful, and therefore owe an added duty to care to pedestrians walking nearby. Even in low-speed accidents between cars and pedestrians, the person on foot is always more likely to get seriously injured.
Pedestrian accident victims and their families often have the opportunity to recover a significant amount of compensation with the help of the right pedestrian accident attorney in Orange County.
As the victim of a pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Emergency medical costs
- Medical treatment costs
- Cost of surgery
- Medical and pharmaceutical equipment costs
- Post-treatment follow-up or therapy costs
- Lost income (during recovery)
- Lost future income earning capacity (due to inability to work)
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians have a duty to be responsible by supervising and controlling their children, obeying traffic signals, and walking on designated walkways. However, it is almost always true that the driver of the vehicle is responsible for some degree of neglect by not seeing or simply not allowing space for the pedestrian victim.
Pedestrian accidents are often caused by motorists who:
- Fail to observe crosswalks
- Drive recklessly in crowded intersections
- Drive while distracted
- Drive while intoxicated
- Fail to obey speed limits near schools
Pedestrian Accidents Involving Children
All too often, pedestrian accidents involve children. Small children are hard for drivers to notice; however, this is no excuse—especially in areas like school zones. The failure to observe posted speed limits or school bus stop signs is illegal and creates a serious safety hazard for children trying to cross the street.
If you or your child has been the victim of a pedestrian accident, first seek medical attention. Next, you should consult with an Orange County pedestrian accident lawyer at Cohn & Swartzon, P.C. as soon as possible.
We can help you pursue the compensation you need and deserve.
Protecting the Rights of Victims & Families
The skilled attorneys of Cohn & Swartzon, P.C. are experienced in personal injury cases involving pedestrian accidents and possess a proven ability to produce highly favorable results for clients that have been seriously injured.
We are a dedicated, driven, and extremely passionate team that is committed to protecting your rights and seeking maximum compensation for your expenses, damages, and losses.
You do not have to face insurance companies and legal issues alone, and it is not recommended that you do. A legal representative at our firm is prepared to advocate your rights and interests, and help you understand your legal options.
For solid legal advice and aggressive representation for your pedestrian accident case in Orange County, contact Cohn & Swartzon, P.C. today at (888) 480-3883.