Pedestrian Injuries

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The National Safety Council estimated that in 2009, 5,900 pedestrians were killed in a motor vehicle accident and approximately 85,000 were injured. At Hull & Chandler, P.A., our Charlotte pedestrian accident attorneys are committed to helping our clients obtain justice after they have been injured.

Many fatal and injury-causing accidents happen when motor-vehicle drivers do not yield to the right of way of pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections. Our attorneys will investigate the cause of the accident, preserve evidence and track down eyewitnesses so you get the compensation you deserve. Pedestrian accidents are serious most of the time. As a result, it is extremely important to obtain full financial compensation so you can receive the medical care and rehabilitation services you will need.

Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Driver inattentiveness is the primary cause of pedestrian accidents. Whether you are crossing a street, biking or jogging, pedestrians are at risk for serious injury in all accidents. A vehicle going only a few miles an hour can seriously injure a pedestrian or cause permanent disability.  Common causes for pedestrian accidents are:

  • Speeding drivers
  • Negligent drives
  • Drivers distracted by cell phones
  • Drunk drivers
  • Reckless driver
 
What to Do If an Accident Occurs

Pedestrians hit by motor vehicles may suffer a catastrophic injury. These injuries may require extensive time and rehabilitation to heal, and can be very expensive.  If an accident occurs, it is important that you see a doctor and receive the proper medical care immediately, then contact one of our experienced attorneys who have handled many pedestrian injury cases to ensure you receive compensation.

If you have lost a family member in a Charlotte pedestrian accident, the attorneys at Hull & Chandler will help you understand your options and will help you file a wrongful death claim. Our attorneys have experience helping grieving families hold negligent motorists accountable for the tragic loss of a loved one.

Non-Vehicular Pedestrian Accidents

Thousands of pedestrians are injured every year in accidents not caused by automobiles. Non-vehicular pedestrian accidents may have multiple responsible parties, including construction companies, property owners and government entities. If a property owner is responsible for your injury, you may have a claim under premises liability law

If you or a loved one has been victim of a pedestrian accident, contact the Charlotte pedestrian accident attorneys at Hull & Chandler here or at 704-375-8488 for a free consultation.