Alameda Pedestrian Accident Attorney
Alameda Pedestrian Accidents
Tens of thousands of pedestrians across the nation suffer permanent, debilitating injuries in collisions with motor vehicles every year. More than 4,000 pedestrians die as a result of their injuries, reports the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Pedestrians can experience a wide range of injuries in a crash, including:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head injuries
- Amputation (limb loss) injuries
- Brain injuries
- Coma
- Concussion
- Bone fracture injuries
- Road rash
- Bruises
- Internal organ injuries
- Paralysis
- Burn injuries
- Death.
If you have been seriously injured in an Alameda pedestrian accident, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim. Filing a personal injury claim gives injured victims the opportunity to obtain financial help for injury expenses. Victims' financial burdens can be lifted with the help of an Alameda pedestrian accident attorney at the law firm of Estey Bomberger. Through extensive preparation and years of experience, we have secured large settlements for our clients. The types of damages recoverable in a personal injury claim settlement may include medical bills, rehabilitation expenses, lost wages, diminished quality of life, and pain and suffering.
Causes of Alameda Pedestrian Accidents
According to statistics, pedestrian accidents are commonly the result of driver negligence or carelessness. One of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents cited in police reports is the driver's inability to notice the pedestrian before hitting them. However, this does not excuse the driver from blame. In most cases, a cell phone, passenger, food, beverage, radio or GPS system distracted the driver. Another act of driver negligence is aggressive driving. Aggressive drivers often violate traffic signals or signs, violate a pedestrian's right of way and drive beyond the speed limit.
How to Avoid a Pedestrian Accident
How can pedestrians avoid being involved in an Alameda pedestrian accident? Walkinginfo.org recommends pedestrians wear bright or reflective clothing, especially when walking at night. To be noticed when walking at dusk or at night, pedestrians can carry a flashlight or clip a small light onto a piece of clothing. Pedestrians should also obey all traffic laws. Pedestrians should only cross the street at designated crosswalks and cross the street only when directed or when cars have come to a complete stop.
Right Preparation Equals Right Results
At Estey Bomberger, our Alameda personal injury attorneys employ experts in accident reconstruction, forensics and engineering to help in an investigation of a pedestrian accident. Our legal team will examine every photo, analyze every witness statement and inspect every piece of evidence to demonstrate responsibility on the part of the motor vehicle driver. Contact an Alameda pedestrian accident attorney today so we can begin a detailed investigation of your case immediately.
Free Consultation with an Alameda Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
The Alameda pedestrian accident lawyers at the law firm of Estey Bomberger are committed to winning your case, whether through direct negotiations with insurance companies or in a courtroom (if negotiations are stalled). It costs nothing to call (510) 978-4380 and talk to one of our Alameda personal injury lawyers. All calls are private and you are under no obligation.