Pedestrian Injury Accident

There is a good chance that a pedestrian will be badly hurt if they are hit by a moving vehicle. Since pedestrians don't have the same safety protection as drivers, they may sustain severe, even fatal, injuries. An injured pedestrian may endure weeks, even months, of pain as they recover. Their families may struggle with the emotional and financial impact that severe injuries can bring.

If you were severely injured in a West Palm Beach pedestrian accident, you should speak with a best personal injury lawyer at Wolfson & Leon. Our West Palm Beach pedestrian accident attorneys team understands the struggles families face when a loved one has been badly hurt. We dedicate our practice to getting justice for pedestrians gravely injured when they have been involved in an accident. Find out how Wolfson & Leon can help you by calling (561) 997-7558 for your free and confidential case consultation today.

With its year-round warm weather, walking outside is popular in South Florida. Yet when cars and pedestrians share the road, it can lead to disastrous results if an accident. The crash's impact can cause extensive damage to a pedestrian's body. If a car is traveling at a high speed, a pedestrian could be thrown if they are hit. In other cases, they could be knocked down and run over.

Throughout Florida, there were 9,524 crashes involving pedestrians in 2021. Of these accidents, there were 838 reported fatalities. Palm Beach County experienced 570 pedestrian accidents with 50 deaths in 2021.

Even if pedestrians look both ways before crossing the street or watch carefully as they walk through parking lots, they may be hit by a driver who isn't paying attention or does not see them. Typical causes of accidents involving pedestrians and moving vehicles include:

Speed: Even if the driver is traveling within the posted speed limit, they can cause serious injury, even death, if they hit a pedestrian. A driver who speeds through a red light could hit a pedestrian crossing the street in front of them.

Not paying attention: A driver may take their attention off the road if they are distracted. Whether they are changing the radio station, texting, or talking on the phone, a distracted driver can severely injure a pedestrian if they aren't paying attention. A driver may also hit a pedestrian as they back out of a parking spot or driveway if they aren't paying attention.

Loss of control: Drivers who lose control of their vehicle may hit a pedestrian in their path. A driver may lose control if they travel at an excessive speed or swerve to avoid an obstacle on the road. If roads are slippery due to harsh weather, a car may be unable to stop safely if a pedestrian crosses its path.

When your family is impacted by a West Palm Beach pedestrian accident, you should know your legal rights to compensation. You can find out what options may be available to you by calling Wolfson & Leon today at (561) 997-7558.

Pedestrians don't have safety equipment, such as seatbelts or helmets. When a pedestrian is hit by a moving vehicle, they can experience serious and life-altering injuries. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, pelvic fractures, broken or crushed bones, road burns, and internal injuries may result when a car or truck hits a pedestrian.

Depending on the severity of these injuries, a pedestrian may need extensive medical care and recovery time. A badly-injured victim may be unable to work during their recovery. In some cases, their injuries may be so severe that the injured victim can no longer earn a living. Your family may be unable to pay for their basic living expenses when you have been badly hurt, much less the bills for your medical care.

At Wolfson & Leon, we help accident victims and their families recover compensation for their injuries. When you call for your free consultation, our West Palm Beach pedestrian accident lawyers can answer your questions, evaluate the legal merits of your claim, and explain your rights. Wolfson & Leon will work with you to file a claim if you have a case. Our dedicated team works to negotiate a settlement with the insurance company in your best interest.

Legal Fees in a West Palm Beach Pedestrian Accident

People severely hurt in an accident that was not their fault may not be aware that they could be eligible to recover compensation for their injuries. Or an injured victim may try to settle on their own because they think they cannot afford to get legal help.

At Wolfson & Leon, we don't charge legal fees for our services unless your case is settled. We believe that accident victims should know what their rights are. And if you are injured and have a legal claim, fees should not stand in the way of getting the justice you deserve.

Even if a pedestrian shares some responsibility for an accident, it does not mean they cannot recover damages when they have been badly hurt. Under Florida's pure comparative negligence rules, the damages you are awarded are reduced by the percentage of responsibility that you shared in the accident. For example, if you have $10,000 in damages and are found to be 30% at fault, you will recover $7,000.

For nearly 60 years, the West Palm Beach personal injury attorneys at Wolfson & Leon have helped people badly hurt in accidents get the justice they deserve. From your first consultation to settlement, our West Palm Beach pedestrian accident lawyers stay by your side. We help build your case, handle the paperwork, and work to get the best settlement possible.

Wolfson & Leon proudly represent the residents of West Palm Beach and its surrounding cities, including Riveria Beach, Lake Worth, Greenacres, Royal Palm Beach, Lantana, Haverhill, West Gate, Magonia Park, and Palm Beach Gardens. Call the West Palm Beach pedestrian accident lawyers at Wolfson & Leon today at (561) 997-7558.