When pedestrians are struck by a motor vehicle, they often suffer serious injuries and/or fatalities, because they are far more vulnerable than motorists. If you have been injured in a car accident as a pedestrian and are concerned about your physical, emotional, and financial recovery, an Advocate can help.
The Advocates’ experienced Phoenix personal injury lawyers understand the struggles you are facing and are committed to fighting for your legal rights. Our mission is to advocate for your and your family and to get you a fair settlement for your damages.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedestrian accident in Phoenix, Arizona, and need an experienced attorney for your personal injury claim, contact The Advocates personal injury law firm today for a free consultation.
Immediately after being bitten, assess your injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Seek medical attention as soon as you can
Keep track of any and all treatment you receive during recovery
Once you’ve completed treatment, your case can move forward
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We don’t get paid unless we win your case and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
Not every accident requires an attorney. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will build your case, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive the compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
We can help you:
I was in an accident 3 years ago and had a very bad experience with the attorney back then I was in another accident last year and called the advocates mark and his team were amazing changed my view on accident attorneys they kept I'm touch with me every step of the way gave me authority on choices for myself I didn't have to go with what they said I could go against it and they still would have worked with me the same I had choices this time around I would always go with Mark I have even sent friends his way just cause I appreciate all the help and support the whole way threw.
My experience with the advocates was a good one. After being hit by a car on my motorcycle they helped me with a settlement with the insurance company to get the hospital bills paid. They were extremely helpful. They always answered any questions I had with in a day. Every email I sent was always responded to. If you unfortunately has to go through a injury by another person I would recommend them in helping you resolve any debt you have because if that injury. The Advocates were great to work with and help me get this unfortunate event behind me.
Steve and his crew at The Advocates were nothing short for amazing. They took my case after I was rear-ended resulting in neck surgery. Steve and company made sure all of the was taken care of and that I got the maximum compensation possible. I definitely recommend The Advocates
Mr. Brad Johnson, our lawyer; was Awesome! He was very informative, kept us up to date on my case with regular calls. He returned calls back to us within 24 hours or less. Brad Johnson is very courteous, honest, kind, and a pleasure to talk to and work with. There are very few Lawyers out there that could even come close to the high morals that Brad Johnson has and has shown towards us. We need more lawyers like Brad Johnson . If we ever needed a disability lawyer again in the future; it would be Brad Johnson and The Advocates Firm that he works at. We will definitely turn ALL of our family and friends towards this lawyer and firm; in a heartbeat!!!
I want to First say that I am truly thankful for the advocates Law Firm they have been a great service to me through this ordeal and Katie she is a tremendous lawyer someone that I would recommend she fights tooth and nail for her clients and the rest of the team they supported me to the fullest with that being said I would like to say for anyone who is trying to find an attorney to fight their case The Advocates is the way to go.
Depending on the severity of the accident, pedestrian injuries can range from mild to life-threatening. It is not uncommon for injured pedestrians to suffer:
For any personal injury case, a plaintiff only has a certain amount of time to file their claim. After that time period is up, they lose their right of action. This is referred to as the statute of limitations.
In Arizona, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally two years. As soon as you think you may have a case, contact a personal injury lawyer so they may begin working on your claim.
Every personal injury claim is different. The value of your case and the types of damages you can recover will depend on the severity of your accident, the amount of treatment you need, and the losses you experience as a result.
Some common damages sought by pedestrian accident victims include:
A personal injury attorney can examine the details of your case to help you understand how much your potential claim may be worth. Contact The Phoenix Advocates for a free case review today.
If possible, move out of traffic and onto a sidewalk or the shoulder of the road. Check yourself for injuries. If you have injuries more severe than minor bruises and scrapes, call 911 or ask someone to do it for you.
Do not leave the scene of the accident until you have filed a police report and been cleared to go.
Even if you do not call 911, call the local non-emergency line and ask for a police officer to be dispatched to the scene. The officer will take statements from you and the motorist and file a report. Most insurance companies will require a police report before approving any claims.
You will need to speak to the driver before leaving the scene. Try to avoid becoming angry or emotional during this conversation. Do not apologize, admit fault, or assign blame.
In a calm, neutral manner, ask the driver for the following information:
If there were any witnesses to the crash, get their contact information as well.
If you can, take pictures and videos of the scene. The best time to do this is immediately after the accident, so that you can get pictures of the vehicle and the area as it was at the time of the incident.
Document the following:
The most important thing you can do after an accident is see a medical professional. You may have hidden injuries you don’t know about.
Additionally, if you plan to file an accident claim, you may not be able to settle your case until you have finished treatment. The sooner you seek medical care, the more quickly you can begin your physical and financial recovery.
Keep track of the treatment you receive. Your medical expenses will be added to your personal injury claim.
If your accident resulted in physical injuries, emotional anguish, and financial damages, it is a good idea to contact an attorney. The at-fault party’s insurance company will likely try to avoid offering you fair compensation for your damages.
The Phoenix pedestrian accident attorneys with The Advocates have years of experience negotiating with insurance providers and taking on the stressful parts of the claims process. With an Advocate on your side, you can rest easy knowing that we are fighting to get you the financial compensation you deserve.
Our experienced legal team will listen to your story, answer your questions, explain your legal options, and help you access the resources you need. You do not have to face this challenge alone.
Contact our Phoenix law office today for a free case evaluation. You deserve an attorney who will look out for your best interests. You deserve an Advocate.
