Utah Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Utah has a serious problem of pedestrians being hit by automobiles. It happens far too often. Nationwide, an estimated 5,000 pedestrians are killed in motor vehicle accidents each year, and nearly 80,000 pedestrians are injured. Many of these fatal and injury-causing accidents occur when drivers of cars, trucks, and buses don’t yield to the right of way of pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections.
Our Utah personal injury lawyers are committed to helping our clients obtain justice after they’ve been seriously injured. After an accident, we quickly investigate the cause of the accident, preserve evidence, track down eyewitnesses, and reconstruct the accident scene. Our attorneys will consult with your doctor or other medical experts to determine the severity and nature of your injuries, so they won’t be downplayed by insurance companies.
Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Driver inattentiveness is the primary cause of most pedestrian accidents. A high percentage of pedestrian accidents happen at dusk and nighttime, when visibility is reduced. Pedestrians are at risk for serious injury in all accidents. A vehicle going only a few miles an hour can seriously injury a pedestrian or cause permanent disability or death. At our personal injury law firm, we handle pedestrian accidents caused by:
- Negligent drivers
- Speeding drivers
- Drivers distracted by cell phones
- Drivers distracted by text messaging
- Drivers who run red lights
- Drivers who don't yield the right of way
- Drunk drivers
- Reckless drivers
Types of Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Pedestrians knocked down by motor vehicles may suffer catastrophic injury, including head injury, skull fracture, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation injuries, back injuries, multiple broken bones, and other serious injuries. Injuries may require extensive time and rehabilitation to heal, and some injuries may recur in the future. After an accident, it is important that you receive the proper medical care for your injuries, and that your future medical needs will be taken care of. Our experienced personal injury attorneys have handled many pedestrian injury cases and understand the associated complex issues involved. We have successfully recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements.
Pedestrian Fatality Accidents
Pedestrian fatality accidents happen most often in urban areas, on city streets and in intersections. Small children and the elderly are the most vulnerable to being killed. If you have lost a family member in a Utah pedestrian accident, our compassionate personal injury attorneys can help you understand your options and rights and help you make a wrongful death claim. We have helped grieving families hold negligent motorists and other accountable for the tragic loss of a loved one.
Your Legal Rights
If you have been injured as a pedestrian by the negligence of a motorist, you have certain legal rights. Automobile no fault insurance will pay for your doctor visits. You can also obtain no fault benefits for lost income and lost household services. We do not charge a fee to help you get no fault benefits. Our experienced personal injury attorneys can walk you through the steps to get those benefits immediately. We can also help you get compensation for medical bills, lost income and pain and suffering.
Pedestrian Injury Case Evaluation
If a member of your family was struck by a car while walking on the side of the road, a sidewalk, or in an intersection or crosswalk, call or click for a free consultation. Home and hospital appointments are available for your convenience. We do not charge any fees unless we recover money for you.
