Pedestrian Accidents: Your Rights and Legal Options
A recent analysis conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) reveals that drivers in the United States struck and fatally injured 3,434 individuals during the initial six months of 2022. This represents a 5% increase, equivalent to 168 additional deaths, compared to the corresponding period in the previous year. This distressing trend follows a record-breaking year for pedestrian fatalities in 2021, continuing a troubling pattern of increased pedestrian fatalities over the past decade. The analysis also highlights three states, namely California, Texas, and Florida, being ranked first, accounted for 38% of all pedestrian deaths in the first half of 2022, despite having only 28% of the total U.S. population.
As the Founder Senior Partner of NeJame Law, I have seen the terrible consequences of pedestrian accidents firsthand. We have represented clients who have suffered a wide range of injuries, including broken bones, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, and even death. I have also seen how these accidents can lead to lifelong disability, financial hardship, and emotional distress.
Understanding how devastating these accidents can be, NeJame Law is dedicated to providing victims with the best possible legal representation. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys has a proven track record of great success in helping clients recover compensation for their injuries. We have kept our firm in the best position to help our clients. We have chosen not to become too large where clients get lost or do not receive the individualized and focus that they and their case deserve. Similarly, we are strong enough with our substantial resources to provide our clients everything needed to provide them the best representation, experts, expertise, and experience needed.
Attorneys at NeJame Law understand how to construct a compelling case, considering the specific circumstances of your accident. We will vigorously advocate for you during negotiations with insurance companies or in front of a judge or jury at trial. Insurance companies are almost never your friend and often attempt to minimize the compensation they provide to accident victims. With our legal expertise, we counter these tactics and ensure that your rights are protected. Any research of our firm clearly shows a history of us not backing down and going to whatever legal lengths needed to maximize our clients' interests and recoveries. We will handle all communication and negotiations with the insurance company, relieving you of this burden during your recovery. Our goal is to guide you through the legal process, ensuring that you receive fair compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. Gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and consulting with experts when necessary are all part of building a strong case aimed at proving liability and demonstrating the extent of your injuries and losses, so that your compensation can be maximized.
We also recognize the emotional toll that pedestrian accidents can take on victims and their families. These situations are never anticipated and, in a moment, one’s whole life can be changed. We approach each case with empathy and compassion, providing the necessary support to help you through this challenging time. Our team is always available to answer your questions, address your concerns, and offer guidance throughout the legal process.
Injured in a pedestrian accident? Call us today at 407-500-0000! We can Help!
