Pedestrian accidents can result in severe injuries and death even at very low speeds. Hit and run pedestrian accidents are not uncommon and require the skill of an experienced motor vehicle accident attorney if you are to recover compensation. Driver negligence is the most common cause of pedestrian accidents, but defective vehicles and defective roadways are sometimes involved, opening other avenues of compensation. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident one of the experienced motor vehicle accident lawyers listed in this website can help.
Where They Happen
A pedestrian accident can happen anywhere that pedestrians and motor vehicles or bicycles are present, such as:
- Intersections
- Crosswalks
- Parking lots
- Parking garages
- Driveways
- Sidewalks
- Bus stops
- On and off ramps
- Shoulder of the road
- Railroad crossing
- Loading zones
- Bridges and overpasses
- Lawns
- Bike paths
- Golf courses
- Amusement parks
If you or someone you love has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, please search our database to be connected with an experienced motor vehicle accident attorney in your area.