Pedestrian Accidents

Cape Coral Pedestrian Injury Accident Lawyer

Were you struck by a car as you crossed the street? Did a car hit you as you walked through a parking lot or on the sidewalk? You should speak with a best Cape Coral pedestrian accident lawyer when you are badly injured.

Pedestrians can suffer from severe, even fatal, injuries when they are hit by a car. The Florida Highway Patrol reports 8,117 pedestrian accidents, of which 77% resulted in injury or death in 2020. For the same year, Lee County had 297 pedestrian accidents, of which there were 22 fatalities and 206 injuries.

At Wolfson & Leon, our Cape Coral accident attorneys specialize in injury cases involving motor vehicle crashes, premise liability claims, defective products, and medical malpractice. We represent the interests of our clients as we negotiate a settlement or defend their rights in court. If costly medical bills are starting to pile up or you cannot work because you are hurt, call Wolfson & Leon today for a free and confidential case evaluation at (239) 471-0714.

What Makes Pedestrian Accidents So Dangerous?

Pedestrians are no match against the weight, size, and speed of a car. Made of steel and other hard materials, vehicles are made to protect their passengers against the impact of a crash. Yet a car can cause considerable damage if it hits a pedestrian.

Pedestrians are at risk of severe injury when they share the road with moving vehicles. Common causes of accidents involving pedestrians include:

• Cars traveling at excessive speed may not be able to stop quickly enough to avoid a pedestrian crossing the road.
• A driver who does not look behind them as they back out of a parking space or driveway.
• Failing to stop at a crosswalk or intersection.
• High bushes, overgrown trees, or improperly placed signs may block a driver's view of pedestrians walking down the street, sidewalk, or in a parking lot.
• Failure to ensure the road is clear of any pedestrians before making a left or right-hand turn.
• A driver may be unable to avoid a pedestrian crossing the street if they are driving recklessly or darting between lanes.
• A driver's reflexes may be delayed if they are tired or impaired.
• Wet or rainy conditions may prevent the driver from stopping safely.
• A driver who makes a right-hand turn too close to the corner could hit someone waiting to cross the street.
• Drivers who divert their eyes away from the road to change the radio station or talk on their phones may not see a pedestrian step out in the front of their car in enough time to stop.

The design and maintenance of intersections may pose a risk to pedestrians. People crossing the street at intersections that heavily traveled or have multiple lanes of traffic could be hit. It may be difficult for pedestrians to get across an intersection in enough time if the crosswalk is exceedingly long. A driver may not see pedestrians crossing the street if their view is blocked by signs, large poles, or other vehicles.

What Can I Recover From a Car Crash as a Pedestrian?

With no protection from the brute force of a car crash, pedestrians may endure extensive injuries when involved in a motor vehicle accident. Their bodies could be thrown in the air from the impact of the crash. Or they may be knocked down and run over by the vehicle. The injuries suffered by a pedestrian may be so extensive that they affect them for the rest of their lives.

When your family is struggling with the impact of a pedestrian accident, it is helpful to speak with a Cape Coral pedestrian accident lawyer. Significant injuries and lost income can devastate your family's finances. Knowing your rights and what compensation you could receive can help your family navigate this challenging time.

Depending on the circumstances around your accident and the extent of the damage, injured pedestrians may be compensated for:

• Emergency room treatment, hospitalization, surgery, doctor visits, and medical care
• Physical rehabilitation and in-home care
• Medical equipment and transportation
• Lost income

Injuries resulting from an accident may cause more than just economic damage to a person's life. Seeking the help of a Cape Coral accident lawyer can help ensure that you receive the non-economic damages that may go with your accident. For example, you may experience pain and suffering during your recovery. Or the damage could be so severe that your pain continues well into the future. In some cases, the injuries may change your life and prevent you from performing basic tasks around the home or enjoying life as you did before the accident.

Pay No Legal Fees Unless We Settle Your Case

At Wolfson & Leon, we believe that money should never get in the way of an accident victim's pursuit for justice. We offer a free consultation for accident victims to know and understand their legal rights to recover damages.

Should you have a claim that you decide to pursue, you pay no fees for the legal services provided by our Cape Coral pedestrian accident lawyers unless your case is settled. By working on a contingent-fee basis, our clients can get the legal representation they need without the stress of paying for legal costs that they cannot afford. Once your case is settled successfully, any fees due to us are paid out of your settlement.

Cape Coral Pedestrian Injury Accident Law Firm

Since 1963, the Cape Coral personal injury attorneys at Wolfson & Leon have defended the rights of pedestrians who have been hurt in accidents. Our Cape Coral accident lawyers are well-versed in personal injury law. We advocate for the best settlement possible for our clients. Our Cape Coral personal injury attorneys help you build your case and represent your interests when negotiating a settlement or defending your rights in court.

If the aftermath of a pedestrian accident is affecting your family, you should call Wolfson & Leon today. Our Cape Coral accident attorneys listen to your side and advise if you have legal options to pursue a settlement. Find out how our Cape Coral accident lawyers can help you today by calling (239) 471-0714.

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