Fighting for the Most Vulnerable Road Users

All drivers are required to pay attention on the road. When drivers are distracted or disobey traffic laws, pedestrian accidents can occur. These accidents often cause severe injuries, and victims may face expensive medical bills, lost wages, property damage repairs, and more. If you’ve been hit by a car while walking, you deserve compensation for your injuries.

Pedestrian accidents have become much more common in the past few years. By pursuing a personal injury claim, you can seek justice and compensation while holding the negligent party accountable for their actions.

A pedestrian accident attorney on our team will walk you through the legal process step by step. We can answer your questions, determine your legal options, negotiate with insurance companies, and more. At Meeks Impact Law, we know how difficult this situation can be, and we are committed to making it easier for you and your family. To learn more about our services and receive a free case evaluation, contact us today by calling 678-341-5212.

Pedestrians are very vulnerable on the road. Whether you were in a crosswalk, on the sidewalk, or walking along the road, it’s very likely that you suffered severe injuries after an accident.

The most common injuries pedestrians can sustain include:

Head Trauma

Many pedestrians fall to the ground and hit their heads after a car accident. Hitting your head can lead to trauma, including concussions and traumatic brain injuries. It is essential to seek medical attention immediately, as head trauma can lead to complications.

Broken Bones

Breaking an arm or wrist during a pedestrian accident is common, as many victims will put their arms out to break their own fall. Depending on where you were hit, you may also suffer from broken legs, ribs, or ankles. Some broken bones heal on their own, while others require surgery or physical therapy.

Internal Injuries

Damage to the internal organs can occur after a pedestrian accident. Many victims don’t realize that they have internal injuries, leading to further complications. Internal damage may require surgery and other medical treatments.

Road Rash

Some pedestrians slide along the road after they are hit. Any exposed skin will likely rub against the asphalt, leading to road rash. Sometimes, road rash is so bad that it requires a skin graft.

Spinal Cord Injuries

Damage to the spinal cord can cause long-lasting symptoms. Pain, tingling, numbness, and even paralysis are all possibilities if the spinal cord is injured during an accident.

In a personal injury case, you can request compensation for any damages you suffered because of your accident. Calculating your total damages is essential to ensure you get full and fair compensation. Our personal injury attorneys can help you account for all of your damages.

In most cases, pedestrians request the following:

Economic Damages

Economic damages are specific damages with a dollar amount. They might be expenses you’ve already paid or bills you anticipate in the future. Economic damages include:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Loss of future income
• Property damage repairs or replacements

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages have to do with your well-being and your daily life after your accident. These damages typically don’t have a set dollar amount, but they can be estimated with help from our legal team. Non-economic damages include:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Mental anguish
• Permanent disability
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disfigurement
• Loss of quality of life
• Loss of companionship

Determining liability is a key component of a personal injury case. The liable party and their insurance company are responsible for paying your damages. If you cannot prove liability, then you likely won’t receive compensation.

Pedestrian accidents can be complex. The driver may be at fault, but the pedestrian may also share some fault. A third party, like another at-fault driver, could also be involved.

Some questions you can ask yourself to determine liability include:

• Were you on the sidewalk?
• Were you using a crosswalk?
• Did you have a “walk” signal?
• Did you dart into traffic?

Comparative Negligence in Pedestrian Accidents

In Georgia, personal injury cases are subject to a comparative negligence law. If you are partially at fault for the accident, it’s likely that your compensation will be reduced based on the percentage of fault you are assigned. For example, if you are awarded $10,000 but are found to be 30% at fault, you would only receive $7,000. If you are found to be more than 50% at fault for the accident, you will not be able to pursue compensation.

Liability is a key aspect of your personal injury claim. Our attorneys have handled many pedestrian accident cases, and we are confident we can get you the results you deserve.

Using evidence to support your claim gives you a much better chance at securing compensation. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, there are a few pieces of evidence that our team can help you collect.

Evidence might include:

• Witness testimonies
• Photos of the accident scene
• A police report
• The at-fault driver’s history
• Testimony from a car accident reconstruction professional

All the evidence in your case will be used to prove negligence. Negligence is defined as the following:

• The liable party had a duty of care to keep you safe
• The liable party breached that duty
• That breach led to your injuries
• Your injuries caused you to suffer damages

Drivers are required to pay attention and watch for pedestrians while driving. When drivers fail to follow traffic laws, they are breaching their duty of care. If you can prove the four elements of negligence, it is very likely that you will receive compensation in your personal injury case.

Requesting maximum compensation is essential in a pedestrian accident case. Many pedestrian accident victims undervalue their own claim, leading to a smaller settlement than they deserve. Our car accident lawyers will help you identify all of your damages to present to an insurance company or before a judge.

Our lawyers will review the following to determine the total cost of your damages:

• Your employment records
• Your medical bills
• Testimonies from people close to you
• Testimonies from your healthcare team about your future and ongoing medical treatment
• The outcomes of cases similar to yours

Once we have the total cost of your damages, we’ll enter into negotiations with the insurance company. Many insurance adjusters will attempt to undervalue or deny your claim. With our experienced negotiation tactics, we will fight for you until you get maximum compensation.

Our personal injury attorneys are here to help you through every aspect of the legal process. We know how challenging it can be to tackle a legal case while you’re still resting and recovering from your injuries. Our goal is to make this difficult time easier for you and your family.

As your legal representation, we will do the following:

• Investigate your case to determine liability
• Gather evidence on your behalf
• Negotiate with the insurance company
• Take your case to court, if necessary

Pedestrian accidents happen all too often. Medical costs, lost wages from time off work, property damage repair, and other expenses add up quickly. Victims should not have to pay bills for an accident that wasn’t their fault.

Meeks Impact Law is here to get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. We are ready to help you and your family move on from a devastating accident so you can get back to your regular life. For more information and a free case evaluation, call our law firm today at 678-341-5212.