Dallas Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
Thomas J. Henry Law’s Dallas Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Have Represented Client Across the Coastal Bend for Over 30 Years.
While drivers have airbags, seatbelts and other helpful safety features to help minimize the risk of impact injuries, pedestrians are completely exposed. As a result, accidents can be fatal or life-changing for pedestrian victims.
If you or your loved one was struck by the vehicle of a negligent driver, you may be entitled to compensation. A pedestrian accident lawyer in Dallas can fight to help you recover damages. Our team of devoted personal injury lawyers is ready to review your case at no cost, and we don’t charge legal fees until we win your case.
Proving Driver Negligence in Pedestrian Lawsuits
Driver negligence can come in several forms, including speeding, contradicting traffic signals, and driving under the influence.
If you were struck by a vehicle while walking or jogging along a pavement or sidewalk, our team of Dallas pedestrian accident lawyers can review the evidence to help determine liability.
We can work to protect your rights as a victim of driver negligence using critical documents like:
- Detailed police reports
- Medical reports and health care bills
- Eyewitness statements
Police reports will relay details of the investigation that can determine driver liability, while medical evidence can highlight the severity of the road accident. We will consider the full picture in our review of your case.
Calculating the Value of Your Claim
Surviving victims of road accidents may endure both physical and psychological trauma. Fractures, spinal cord injuries and neurological injuries can leave a permanent or long-term impact on the victim’s everyday life.
The high costs of life-saving and ongoing medical care are just a portion of the financial damages following an accident. The process of recovering from injury or living with devastating outcomes can cause income loss, which may be indefinite or permanent in some cases. Your compensation claim may include income losses and the potential for future indefinite income loss.
When accidents are fatal, the negligent driver may be liable for wrongful death. The family of the victim may be able to claim compensation for funeral and burial costs, household income loss, and pain and suffering.
Our experienced pedestrian accident lawyers in Dallas can determine the value of your claim. With over two decades of service to personal injury victims, we work to ensure fair compensation is paid to victims of pedestrian road accidents.
Let Our Team of Dallas Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Help You
Recovering from the aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be financially and psychologically devastating. Our legal team is ready to help you file a personal injury claim and fight to recover your losses. As Dallas pedestrian accident lawyers, we are experienced in accident and injury law. Whether your claim involves fractures, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries or vital organ injuries, we can work to enforce your right to compensation.
If you need a dedicated pedestrian accident lawyer in Dallas, contact us online to schedule a case review today. We’ll review your case free of charge and calculate the value of your claim. We offer 24/7 legal support, so you can reach out at any time.
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Your questions
answered
We have straight answers to difficult questions to help you make critical decisions, navigate legal process and help you get justice.
Following an accident, there are always more questions than answers. At Thomas J. Henry, we’re here to answer any questions you have about your injury case.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Auto Accident Lawyer in Dallas?
The attorneys at Thomas J. Henry Law work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing up-front and owe us nothing unless and until we win your case. It is part of our No Fee Promise. Further, we can even advance money to clients with qualified cases to help cover medical bills and living expenses as you recover.
Do not wait, call Thomas J. Henry Law and speak with one of our Dallas car accident lawyers today.
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 Soon after a Pedestrian Accident should I get a Lawyer?
Quickly. To be safe, you should talk to an attorney as soon as possible, especially if the injuries are severe or a death has resulted. All too often valuable evidence disappears, witnesses move, memories grow dim and the practical ability to prove your case may diminish.
If you are still being treated by a physician, an attorney can also provide you with guidance concerning your medical care and help you deal with unpaid bills and getting needed treatment.
Legal advice can also be useful if you have questions about the settlement value of a claim, your insurance policy’s terms, or suspect bad faith on the part of your insurance company. Contact Thomas J. Henry to discuss your personal injury case for free.
Why
choose
us?
We help clients across the U.S. with all types of injury cases, including vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, product recalls, pharmaceutical cases, mass tort, and more.
Thomas J. Henry offers a “No Fee Promise.” We work on a contingency fee basis which means you do not pay our firm any fees unless and until we win your case. Learn more.
If you’ve been hurt, you may have a damaged vehicle or be unable to work. We can help get you a rental car if your vehicle is damaged and even advance money on qualified cases.
We are committed to your complete recovery. We will work with you to ensure you receive the necessary medical treatment and support for your healing journey.
If you’ve been hurt, you may not be able to come into our offices to speak to an attorney. Don’t worry, we will come to you wherever you are – at home, work, or hospital.
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