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Sacramento Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
If you or a member of your family has been hit by a car, it is important to understand your legal rights and your options. If another party caused your injuries, you are entitled to be compensated for your injuries, medical bills, lost wages resulting from not being able to work, and your pain and suffering. An experienced attorney can help you protect your rights and secure the compensation you deserve. Sacramento pedestrian accident lawyers at Estey & Bomberger have more than 70 years of combined experience representing those injured on roadways, in crosswalks and in intersection accidents. We have represented individuals and their families in numerous pedestrian accidents, including those caused by careless drivers and drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Pedestrian Fatality and Injury Statistics
An estimated 5,000 people are killed in pedestrian accidents each year, and more than 75,000 people are injured. Automobiles, buses, motorcycles, trucks and even bicycles strike pedestrians on a daily basis, causing serious injury or death. Elderly people and small children are most at risk - young children are most likely to be hit, and elderly pedestrians are most likely to die after being struck. Pedestrian accidents occur most frequently at dusk and at night.
Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Pedestrians are almost always injured when they are struck by a moving vehicle. Injuries can be caused from the vehicle as well as from being thrown against the ground. Without the cage of protection offered by a car or even a helmet, pedestrians are susceptible to death or catastrophic injury, including amputation injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, multiple broken bones, road burn injuries and other types of trauma. Injuries may be permanent or otherwise require lengthy rehabilitation to heal.
Who is At Fault for Pedestrian Accidents?
Many factors come into play when establishing liability, and both drivers and pedestrians must exercise care ad follow traffic laws. Automobile drivers can cause pedestrian accidents when they do not yield to pedestrians’ right-of-way, run a stop light or stop sign, drive too fast, or are distracted by a radio, cell phone, or other activity. Speeding is a major cause of many accidents. As a general rule, the faster a vehicle is moving, the more likely a pedestrian accident will be fatal.
In some cases, the party responsible for maintaining the street, sidewalk or crosswalk where the accident occurred may also be liable. We thoroughly investigate every pedestrian accident to determine who is responsible, and to what extent. We frequently consult with accident reconstruction experts, engineers and traffic safety experts on all aspects of a crash.
Pedestrian Accident Attorney Consultation
We are available to discuss your case with you anytime, at no cost. If you would like to have a Sacramento pedestrian accident attorney review your case, contact a lawyer Estey & Bomberger at (916) 903-5217. There is no fee or obligation for an attorney consultation. If your injuries prevent you from traveling, an accident lawyer can meet you at your home or hospital. As always, we do not charge a fee unless we recover money on your behalf.
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