Pedestrian Injury FAQs
- If I’m injured in a pedestrian accident, how will I pay for my injuries?
- What if my injuries are partially my fault?
- Can I take action against someone other than the driver?
If I’m injured in a pedestrian accident, how will I pay for my injuries?
While the circumstances surrounding every accident are different, a compensation claim may typically be filed if a pedestrian is injured because of a driver’s dangerous actions. If the driver is insured, the claim may take out funds from the driver’s insurance policy. If the driver isn’t insured, they may be personally responsible for these expenses. A pedestrian may also have the option to apply their own health insurance to the costs of medical bills in some situations.
An injury can put a significant financial strain on a person. If your injury was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another person, an experienced personal injury lawyer may be able to help you secure compensation for your medical bills and other expenses. If you’ve been injured in an accident as a pedestrian, contact the Milwaukee pedestrian injury attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. at 800-242-2874. Let our experienced advisors assist you with your questions and concerns.
What if my injuries are partially my fault?
Pedestrians sometimes walk across crosswalks when they’re supposed to wait for the traffic light to change. In other cases, there may be inadequate signage or a lack of crosswalks to help pedestrians know when and where to cross. Because of confusing situations like this, pedestrians who have been hit by a car may feel that they are partially responsible for an accident.
However, drivers are also supposed to avoid hitting pedestrians at all reasonable costs. If a pedestrian crosses when they aren’t supposed to, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the accident was their fault. Drivers should stop if at all possible. Failure to do so may make a driver at fault for any injuries to that pedestrian.
If you’ve been injured because of a driver’s unwillingness to brake or slow down, there may be legal options available against that driver. Filing for injury compensation can be a confusing process that is often overwhelming for the victim of an accident. Don’t be left feeling this way. Contact the Milwaukee pedestrian injury attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. today at 800-242-2874 to discuss your concerns with an experienced lawyer.
Can I take action against someone other than the driver?
In some cases, a driver may not actually be at fault for striking a pedestrian. When there’s a problem with the vehicle or with the road, the driver may not have been able to stop in time before hitting a pedestrian. In cases like these, the injured parties may be eligible to take action against the vehicle manufacturer or the government agency in charge of repairing the road.
The early steps of filing a compensation claim can prove frustrating for many people trying to recover from a serious injury. For more information about your rights and legal options, contact the Milwaukee pedestrian injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. by calling 800-242-2874 today.
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If you or a loved one have suffered serious injuries after being struck by a negligent driver, contact our team of Milwaukee pedestrian injury attorneys by calling 800-242-2874.
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