Dallas Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

When a vehicle hits a pedestrian, the results are catastrophic and can even be lethal. If you are fortunate enough to survive, a Dallas pedestrian accident attorney can help you recover the compensation you need to heal.

The sheer size of a motor vehicle next to a pedestrian means the consequences of a collision are almost always catastrophic. When you’re hit by a vehicle, you could suffer broken bones, traumatic brain damage, spinal cord injuries, amputations and even paralyzation. These damages can be debilitating and permanently impact life as you once knew it.

Dallas Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Our Dallas Pedestrian Injury Attorneys Help You Pursue Justice

Strolling on the sidewalk and minding your own business, in your hometown, on a city street, or on vacation, should be a safe activity. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. In fact, thousands of pedestrians are injured in accidents in Texas each year. Individuals simply walking, even in a crosswalk or on the sidewalk, are hit by cars, trucks, buses, and even bicycles, due to no fault of their own. And the impact of a collision like this can be incredibly harmful.  Pedestrian injuries often result in serious injuries that are costly to treat and difficult to overcome.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a pedestrian accident, there is a good chance you can file a lawsuit and be compensated for your losses. You see, many pedestrian accidents are the result of negligence by the driver of the offending vehicle. They likely did not exercise the appropriate level of care or take the necessary precautions to ensure that they met their duty of care for the safety of others.

Negligence claims regarding pedestrian accidents can be difficult to prove. The decision to work with an experienced pedestrian accident law firm is a wise one. These professionals can help determine if you have a case, manage the entire legal process, prove negligence and negotiate or litigate for an appropriate settlement.

Contact the pedestrian accident lawyer at Crain Brogdon, LLP at 214-522-9404 today to schedule a free consultation. We are anxious to hear your story and share our suggestions on the best way to proceed.

Pedestrian Accidents in Dallas Are Common

Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Surprisingly, there are a number of circumstances that can result in a pedestrian being injured while simply walking on the sidewalk or in a parking lot, or even standing on a corner. Most often, these accidents occur as a result of vehicular impact from cars, trucks, motorcycles and even bicycles. Some of the reasons for them include:

• Distracted Driving
• Reckless Driving
• Speeding
• Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol
• Texting and Driving.

Sometimes other things can result in pedestrian injuries, as well. These include improper road signage, poor road conditions and mechanical issues with the vehicle. Discussing the circumstances surrounding your accident with a pedestrian injury attorney is the first step to determine whether negligence was at the root of the incident.

Pedestrian Injuries Can Be Serious

If you have been hit by a vehicle of any type you are well aware of how severe the situation can be. When an object in motion slams into an unsuspecting person, the resulting injuries can be disastrous. Clearly, being hit by a truck or car is traumatic, but even a collision with a bicycle can result in catastrophic damage. Some of the most common injuries resulting from such crashes include . . .

• Broken Bones
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Traumatic Brain Injuries
• Internal Organ Damage
• Amputation (Loss of Limbs).

Clearly some of these are more serious than others, but all require medical attention and treatment. Sometimes, rehabilitation is necessary, and that can be incredibly time consuming and expensive. Some individuals suffer injuries from which they will never recover, including paralysis and disfigurement.

If your injuries were the result of negligence of another person or organization, you may be entitled to compensation. Our CBR personal injury lawyer can help determine whether you have a viable case.

Settlements Can Be Considerable

If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, you may be facing an uncertain future. The combination of painful and costly medical treatment and rehabilitation, the trauma of the accident, and your concerns for the future is a lot to handle. You are likely wondering how much you may receive if you file a lawsuit.

Compensation can vary greatly and is dependent upon a host of issues, such as the extent of the injury you sustained, what part of your body was injured, the existence of lasting disability or disfigurement, and also the impact of your injury on your ability to work and continue your usual activities.

Damages in Dallas personal injury cases, under which pedestrian injuries fall, are segmented into three specific areas. These include economic, non-economic and punitive damages.

Easy to quantify and calculate, economic damages can include the following:

• Medical Bills: This can include emergency transport and treatment, surgery, hospital bills, follow-up physician bills, medication, and rehabilitation. This category of expenses encompasses current bills as well as compensation for medical expenses you may incur in the future from your injuries.
• Lost Earnings or Future Earnings: This segment focuses on compensation lost while recovering from your injury, as well any income you will be unable to earn in the future due to the impact of your injuries on your ability to work in the same capacity as prior to the accident.
• Property Damage: You may have been carrying items when you were hit. Property damage reimbursement covers personal property damaged during the accident, perhaps a computer or other costly belongings.

Non-economic damages are very real, but can be difficult to assign a dollar value to. They may encompass:

• Physical Pain and Suffering: Being hit by a vehicle of any sort can cause painful injuries that have both short- and long-term impact.
• Mental Anguish: Being in a collision is incredibly traumatic, and the experience can impact you for a lifetime.
• Loss of Life’s Enjoyment: This occurs when an accident leaves you unable to participate in activities that you took part in before.
• Loss of Consortium
• Disfigurement and Scarring
• Loss of Household Services

The greater the impact your injuries have on your life, the greater your final compensation award will likely be. When your attorney calculates the value of your claim, you’ll have a better idea of what to expect once your case is resolved.

Finally, if the individual responsible for your injury showed gross negligence or malice, punitive damages may be awarded. These are designed to punish the offending party and serve as a deterrent to future similar behaviors.

Frequently Asked Questions for a Pedestrian Injury Lawyer

Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Dallas Address Your Concerns

If you were hit by any type of vehicle as a pedestrian, you are probably overwhelmed. The trauma of the accident, combined with the pain of your injuries and concerns for your future, is a lot to manage. It is not surprising that you have questions. Below we have shared some of the concerns our clients raise most often and our firm’s responses.

Of course, you may have questions that are specific to your situation. Feel free to reach out to the Dallas pedestrian attorney at CBR at 214-522-9404. We are here for you and available to address all of your concerns.

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The Lawyers at CBR Make a Difference

Our team understands that you are likely in considerable physical pain and also struggling emotionally. After all, you have just been through a life-altering experience. The law firm with which you work must be experienced in handling Texas pedestrian injury cases and also has to appreciate and accommodate your personal needs. We are that firm. Consider the facts:

• Together, our well-regarded personal injury attorneys have over 125 years of experience.
• We understand the complexities of Texas pedestrian injury law and are ready to leverage our knowledge on your behalf.
• Our team appreciates the fact that you have been through a traumatic experience. We are known for our sympathetic style of communication and our willingness to go the extra mile. In fact, we give all of our clients our personal cell phone numbers. It is inevitable that you will have questions outside of business hours, and we will be available to answer them<
• CBR lawyers are experienced negotiators and aggressive litigators, especially with insurance companies.
• Consulting before committing is critical. We believe that an integral part of choosing the right attorney for your case requires conversation. As such, we offer all prospective clients a free consultation. Meet us, share your story and learn how we think you should proceed.

Our firm is well-regarded in Dallas, both for our record of success and our reputation for providing our clients with the highest quality, responsive service. We treat our clients as if they were our family members — you can rely on us!

Contact Us Today

Pedestrian accidents are frightening. Collisions come out of nowhere, and the physical injuries they cause are incredibly painful and often long-lasting. So is the emotional toll they take. The combination of these factors can affect both you and your loved ones for a lifetime.

At Crain Brogdon, LLP, we know you have a lot to handle. Simply the thought of embarking on a lawsuit can be incredibly stressful. Our approach to service is based on our team’s handling the entire legal process. We will take care of everything from investigating the accident and interviewing witnesses, to filing all appropriate paperwork, to determining and proving negligence, negotiating with insurance companies and arguing your case in court if necessary.

We will keep you apprised of our progress, and will always be available to answer your questions, whenever you have them.

Because we assume all responsibility, you can focus your energy on your recovery. You are dealing with so much, working with a firm who can take the legal and administrative processes off your hands is not a luxury . . . it’s a necessity.

Reach out to us today at 214-522-9404 to schedule your free consultation regarding your pedestrian accident injury. We are ready to listen to your story, learn about your experience and fight for justice on your behalf.

Attorney Quentin Brogdon

Quentin Brogdon has over thirty years of experience and expertise in the field of personal injury trial law. He is board certified in both personal injury trial law and civil trial advocacy. Quentin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating. This rating reflects an attorney’s ethics and abilities according to reviews from fellow attorneys. [ Attorney Bio ]