Pedestrian accidents often result in devastating injuries. When a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle, the results are frequently fatal.
If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident or lost a loved one, you may be able to recover compensation. At Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys, we have been protecting the rights of Louisiana injury victims for decades and have recovered billions in compensation for our clients. Let us help you get the justice and compensation you are entitled to.
Call (225) 999-1111 or complete the brief form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation with a Grosse Tete pedestrian accident attorney.
Why Choose Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys to Help You?
- Our Grosse Tete personal injury attorneys have recovered billions of dollars in client compensation.
- We pay all costs of pursuing your claim, and you pay nothing until we win your compensation.
- We are driven by our Christian values and care deeply about your well-being and helping you get the settlement or award you need to move forward after your accident.
What Should You Do After a Pedestrian Accident in Grosse Tete?
Knowing what to do if you are ever injured while walking can help protect your health and your right to recover damages. If you are able, consider taking these steps:
- Call 911 or call the Grosse Tete Police Department to get immediate medical help. Even if your injuries don’t seem severe, get a medical evaluation. Some serious injuries are not immediately apparent.
- Collect the contact information of the parties involved, as well as the insurance information, vehicle registration, and driver’s license information.
- Collect the contact information of any eyewitnesses to the accident.
- Do not admit any fault for the accident.
- Do not provide a recorded statement to an insurance company until consulting an experienced Grosse Tete pedestrian accident attorney.
- Follow any treatment plan your medical provider gives you and attend all follow-up appointments.
- Stay off social media and ask your family and friends to refrain from posting photos or posts about you while your claim is pending. Insurance adjusters often comb social media accounts to find anything they can use against you to deny or devalue your claim.
- Consult an experienced Grosse Tete pedestrian accident lawyer immediately after your accident.
Once you have retained an attorney, follow their instructions for what to do and not to do while your claim is pending.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
While there can be numerous causes of pedestrian accidents, most are caused by:
- Distracted drivers
- Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Aggressive drivers, including those who speed or run traffic signals
- Collisions with bicyclists
- Malfunctioning traffic signals
- Unmarked crosswalks
- Failing to abide by Louisiana pedestrian regulations
- Lack of adequate lighting
- Dog attacks
Our attorneys carefully review the facts of every pedestrian accident to help identify causation and liability.
How is Fault Determined in Pedestrian Accident Cases?
Fault is determined by reviewing the evidence from your accident. Some evidence we use to prove fault includes photographs, video footage, eyewitness accounts, police reports, traffic camera footage, dash cam video, event data recorders, and cell phone records.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Pedestrian Accident?
The compensation recovered after a pedestrian accident varies depending on the facts of each case. In a successful pedestrian accident, you should be able to recover economic damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs and financial losses caused by your accident.
You may also be able to recover intangible damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other intangible losses. In rare cases, such as if a driver’s intoxication caused your injuries, you may be able to recover punitive damages in addition to economic and non-economic damages.
Contact Our Grosse Tete Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, contact an experienced Grosse Tete pedestrian accident attorney to determine your rights.
The accident attorneys at Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys will meet with you to answer your questions and explain your options. Call us today at (225) 999-1111 or complete the form on our contact page and schedule your free consultation.