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214-321-4105A car versus a pedestrian does not seem like a fair match. It isn’t because the pedestrian always loses. In auto-pedestrian accidents, the injuries can be severe and traumatizing for an injured person. Imagine, you are not in any way protected from the impact during the accident like in a car. There are not air bags on the street to cushion your blow. Even the slightest nudge can cause serious injuries.

Auto-pedestrian accidents can be highly litigated because the drivers often contest their liability. They claim the pedestrian was not using a cross walk or just jumped out from behind a parked car and the driver could not see them before the collision. The important key is to properly investigate the accident to determine who was really at fault. For example, a driver may claim he could not see a pedestrian because they were in between two vehicles. Rather than take their word, we will recreate the accident to determine if it would have been possible for the pedestrian to be seen before the collision. Never just take their word. Investigation is the key.

We represented an elderly lady who was run over by an 18-wheeler leaving a delivery at a local restaurant. Our client was walking on the sidewalk when the driver of the 18-wheeler decided to leave the adjoining parking lot and turned his trailer right over her foot. She was attempting to back away from the vehicle. The driver claimed he could not see her because she was too small and his mirrors were not in a position to show her location in relation to the truck. Our investigation into his statements proved that he was lying and he could see her in his mirrors but he was apparently not paying attention to pedestrians on the sidewalk as he drove across it. Because he showed his true colors, we were able to secure a fair and reasonable jury verdict against the driver.

Remember, there is no reason that you should be a victim twice when you are hit by a negligent driver. Our office can review your accident case and provide you with an honest and fair assessment of your claim. To arrange a free consultation, call our office today. Our office can be contacted as follows: