Pedestrian Accident Solicitors
If you’ve been injured in an accident as a pedestrian that was caused by someone else, you might be able to make a pedestrian accident claim with our pedestrian accident solicitors. Our pedestrian accident solicitors can look at what happened, decide who was responsible and guide you towards making a claim for compensation.
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Pedestrian Accident Claims
You might be able to make a pedestrian accident claim if you were injured and another person was responsible for the accident. For example, you might have been hit while crossing the road or knocked down on a pavement. The circumstances don’t always make responsibility obvious and there might be conflicting accounts of what happened, or questions about whether the driver was paying attention. That’s where our pedestrian accident solicitors come in. We’ll look at what’s happened and the circumstances of the accident and decide if you have grounds for a claim.
Hit while crossing the road
Knocked down on a pavement
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents can happen in a number of ways. A driver might fail to notice you crossing the road, or they might not react in time to avoid a crash. You could also be injured without being directly hit by a vehicle. The circumstances of every accident are different, so responsibility needs to be considered by looking at the facts and evidence available.
- A driver failing to notice you crossing the road
- A driver not reacting in time to avoid a crash
- Being injured without being directly hit by a vehicle
Injuries Caused by Pedestrian Accidents
A collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian can cause a wide range of injuries. The severity will depend on factors such as the speed and size of the vehicle, how the accident occurred and which part of the body was affected. Injuries may include broken bones, soft tissue injuries, cuts and bruising, head injuries, spinal injuries and injuries to the legs, arms or other parts of the body. Some people also experience psychological effects following an accident, even leading to PTSD.
If you’ve suffered an injury as a pedestrian, it’s important to get the right medical attention. Your medical records can also provide useful evidence when making a personal injury claim.
Broken bones
Soft tissue injuries
Cuts and bruising
Head injuries
Spinal injuries
Injuries to the legs, arms or other parts of the body
Claims Involving Children and Vulnerable Pedestrians
Children and vulnerable pedestrians might need different considerations if they’re in an accident. This is because a child might not understand the risks associated with traffic, and their age will be relevant when considering how an accident happened. On the other hand, older people might be more likely to suffer serious consequences from certain injuries, whilst someone who already requires care or assistance may have additional needs following an accident.
If you’ve been injured and need ongoing care, or you’re making a claim on behalf of a child or vulnerable person, our pedestrian accident solicitors can explain how the circumstances could affect the claim.
Children
Older people
People who already require care or assistance
Compensation and Rehabilitation
Compensation following a pedestrian accident isn’t limited to the injury itself. Depending on the circumstances, you might also be able to recover certain financial losses and expenses resulting from the accident, such as medical treatment and loss of earnings. Rehabilitation is also something you can claim for, which could be important if an injury affects your ability to carry out everyday activities. The right treatment will depend on your injuries and needs.
When you’re making a pedestrian accident claim, you’ll need evidence to support any losses and expenses you’re claiming for, so it’s a good idea to keep receipts, wage information and other documents. Remember, compensation isn’t guaranteed, and the amount recovered will depend on the circumstances of the claim, the injuries suffered and the losses you’ve suffered.
How to Start a Pedestrian Accident Claim
1. Tell us what happened
If you’re considering making a claim, the first step is to tell our pedestrian accident solicitors what happened. We’ll ask about the accident, your injuries and any treatment you’ve received.
2. Evidence and investigation
We’ll also look at the evidence that’s available and investigate who was responsible for the accident.
3. The other side’s response
The other party or their insurer may accept responsibility, dispute the claim or argue that you were partly responsible.
4. Next steps
If you have a valid claim and decide to proceed, we’ll explain what happens next and deal with the legal process on your behalf.
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You might be able to make your claim on a no-win, no-fee agreement, which we can explain.
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