A pedestrian injury resulting from a car or truck accident is generally not the fault of the person on foot. As a pedestrian, you typically have the right of way. However, it's sometimes difficult to determine who is negligent in a pedestrian case. Many factors must be taken into account: Were you paying attention to traffic when you crossed? Were you jaywalking or crossing in a designated crosswalk? Did the car run a red light?
If you suffer a pedestrian injury, you may be eligible for compensation for your injuries. But be sure you get all the information you can about the accident to help strengthen your personal injury case, including:
If you were injured as a pedestrian, don't let the insurance companies decide what happens next. A qualified attorney can advocate for you and help protect your rights. At the Law Offices of Jeff Martin, we can help you sort through the details of your pedestrian accident and determine who was negligent.
In general, pedestrians have the right of way, unless they cross the street in non-designated areas or against crossing signals. If a child is the one who ran out into the street, and if there is a school or playground nearby, the driver may have been aware that children were in the area. This can be used to show the driver wasn't taking proper precautions to avoid a pedestrian injury accident. In addition, it may be possible to show that the child wasn't properly supervised or that adequate crossing assistance was not provided.
A third party can also be responsible in a pedestrian injury accident. If a crossing signal or traffic light malfunctioned, it may be possible to hold the municipality responsible for failing to adequately maintain or repair the light.
Pedestrian injury accidents can severely alter a victim's life. Accidents may result in brain injury, spinal cord injury or even death, which could lead to a potential wrongful death lawsuit.
If you or a loved one was injured, don't risk your future. Turn to the Law Offices of Jeff Martin.
If you or a loved one has suffered a pedestrian injury in a car or motorcycle accident, contact the Law Offices of Jeff Martin, serving Tulsa and all of Oklahoma. A pedestrian injury lawyer will work to make sure you get the justice you deserve. Remember, your initial consultation is free, and you don't pay us unless we win. Call us today in Tulsa area at 728-8888 or use our toll free number 800-980-9205.
