Go back

Help & Information

We have straight answers to difficult questions to help you navigate legal process and secure financial compensation.

At Thomas J. Henry Law, we want to ensure all injured victims are informed and knowledgeable about their rights. The legal process can be complicated, confusing, and overwhelming, especially when you are also dealing with the aftermath of an accident or injury.

Thomas J. Henry Law has prepared the following Infographics, FAQs, Videos, and Personal Injury Legal Guides to assist you on your road to recovery. If you wish to speak directly with an attorney, contact our offices now for a FREE Case Consultation – we are available 24/7, nights and weekends.


Your questions answered

Who is Liable if Dangerous Road Conditions Contributed to a Pedestrian Accident?

While motorists are legally obligated to take reasonable care to watch out for pedestrians, it is not uncommon for the dangerous design or quality of a road to contribute to a pedestrian accident. For example, if an intersection is poorly marked and poorly lit, it may interfere with a driver’s ability to see an individual crossing the street. The government agency or property owner responsible for maintaining that intersection may be liable for damages for failing to take reasonable measures to prevent harm.

What Causes Pedestrian Accidents to Occur?

Pedestrians are incredibly vulnerable to the actions of reckless and negligent drivers. Common causes of pedestrian-related crashes include:

Distracted drivers
There were 520 nonoccupants (pedestrians, bicyclists, etc.) killed in distraction-affected crashes in 2014.

Poor visibility
In 2014, 72 percent of fatal pedestrian accidents occurred in the dark

Drunk driving
An estimated 14 percent of fatal pedestrian crashes involved a drunk driver in 2014.

Failure to yield the right-of-way
Drivers are required to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing streets in marked or unmarked crosswalks in most situations.

Poor roadway design
Streets without sidewalks or crosswalks and other dangerous road conditions can increase the risk for a pedestrian accident.

What are the Most Common Injuries Sustained in a Pedestrian Accident?

Severe and fatal injuries can occur when a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle. Even at low vehicle speeds, life-altering damage can be done to pedestrians. Common injuries associated with pedestrian accidents include:

  • Cuts and lacerations
  • Internal injuries
  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Head and brain injuries
  • Death
How Do Bicycle Accidents Occur?

Bicycle accidents are oftentimes caused by inattentive, reckless, and negligent drivers. Bicyclists can suffer serious injuries when drivers:

  • Back out of driveways without looking for bicyclists
  • Turning (left or right) without checking for bicyclists approaching
  • Ignore traffic signs and speed limits
  • Fail to yield the right-of-way to bicyclists on the road
  • Drive drunk or impaired
I was Injured after a Car Ran my Bicycle off the Road. The Car Never Hit Me, but can They be Held Liable for Causing My Accident?

Yes. If a driver runs you off the road or forces you to take evasive maneuvers to avoid being hit by them, you may certainly pursue a case against them if you can prove them liable.

Contact us for a free case review

Home Page Form
Consent

Loading...
Do you really want to end conversation?
chat-icon Live chat
avatar Waiting