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Our experienced team at BD&J can assess your situation, determine the cause of your accident, and gather information to support your claim and hold the liable party responsible for the damage they caused. We have ample experience fighting for the rights of injured victims and their families, and we’ve recovered more than $1.5 billion* in verdicts and settlements. If you think you have a case, we want to help.
Understanding Pedestrian Traffic Accidents
Pedestrian accidents happen every day, but in order to file a valid claim for a pedestrian accident, you must be able to prove that someone was liable for your accident. The proof of liability, or “duty of care,” will show that the person who ultimately injured you was responsible for exhibiting care while driving and that they were not doing so at the time the accident occurred. In short, you must prove that the driver who caused your accident was negligent or made a mistake.
A few common causes of pedestrian accidents include:
By law, pedestrians must also show a duty of care for their own safety. If a pedestrian is intoxicated, fails to abide by traffic laws, or jaywalks, he or she may be found partially at fault for the incident.
Liability in a Pedestrian Accident
As previously stated, the vehicle driver is most likely the liable party in a pedestrian traffic accident. However, depending on the circumstances, other entities might also be responsible. If the pedestrian was injured because the crosswalk lights were broken, the sidewalk was poorly lit, or the crossing sign was obscured, the party responsible for maintaining the road (usually a local government) could be liable for the crash. If the vehicle malfunctioned, causing the driver to crash and harm the pedestrian, the vehicle manufacturer might be liable. Because each case is unique, it is extremely important to discuss the specifics of your accident with an experienced Los Angeles pedestrian injury attorney.
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If you were injured as a pedestrian, make sure you understand your rights and potential compensation. Depending on the cause of the accident, the extent of the injuries, and any other applicable factors, you may be eligible to receive compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, loss of wages, and more.
