Un abogado de accidentes de peatones puede ayudar a su caso
Las colisiones en las que se ven implicados peatones son uno de los tipos de accidentes más devastadores, que a menudo provocan lesiones graves o víctimas mortales. Debido a que los peatones son mucho más pequeños que los vehículos de motor y tienen mucha menos protección que los automovilistas, a menudo sufren lesiones más graves.
Los abogados de lesiones personales en el bufete de abogados de The Advocates han ayudado a miles de víctimas de accidentes de peatones, por lo que entendemos lo que está pasando. Estamos comprometidos a ayudarle durante todo el proceso de recuperación para que su vida vuelva a la normalidad.
Si usted o un ser querido ha sido lesionado debido a la negligencia de un conductor y necesita un abogado con experiencia en accidentes de peatones para su demanda por lesiones personales, póngase en contacto con The Advocates hoy para una consulta gratuita.
The Next Steps In Your Case
Injury
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries
Hire Attorney
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Treatment
Seek medical attention as soon as you can
Medical Records
Keep track of any and all treatment you receive during recovery
Treatment Completed
Once you've completed treatment, your case can move forward
Demand
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Consultations are always free. You will pay nothing to speak with an attorney to discuss your case.
Additionally, The Advocates work on a contingency basis. This means that there are zero upfront costs to hire an attorney. The eventual fee you will pay your attorney will be calculated as a percentage of your settlement. Our fee will come out of that settlement, not your pocket.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees when you hire The Advocates.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. You will not pay us unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
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.
Un equipo de profesionales jurídicos asignados a su caso
Durante casi 30 años, The Advocates ha ayudado a miles de víctimas de lesiones personales a recibir la compensación y la atención que merecen después de sus accidentes, y estamos preparados para hacer lo mismo por usted.
Podemos ayudarle:
- Comprender el proceso de reclamación
- Investigar su accidente
- Construya su caso
- Negociar con los peritos de seguros
- Lleve su caso a los tribunales si es necesario
Hable con un profesional
- No es necesario programar una cita
- No es necesario esperar una respuesta por correo electrónico
- Consulta gratuita en línea
- Hablar directamente con un abogado
Tuve un accidente hace 3 años y tuve una muy mala experiencia con el abogado en ese entonces. Tuve otro accidente el año pasado y llamé a The Advocates. Mark y su equipo fueron increíbles, cambiaron mi opinión sobre los abogados de accidentes, se mantuvieron en contacto conmigo en cada paso del camino y me dieron autoridad para elegir por mí misma. No me obligaron a aceptar lo que ellos decían, podía ir en contra y aun así habrían trabajado conmigo de la misma manera. Esta vez tenía opciones, siempre iría con Mark. Incluso le he enviado varios amigos, porque agradezco toda la ayuda y el apoyo durante todo el proceso.
Mi experiencia con The Advocates fue muy buena. Después de ser atropellado por un automóvil en mi motocicleta, me ayudaron con el acuerdo con la compañía de seguros para pagar las facturas del hospital. Ellos fueron extremadamente servicial y amables. Siempre respondían mis preguntas en el mismo día o al día siguiente. Cada correo electrónico que envié siempre fue respondido. Si desafortunadamente tiene que sufrir una lesión por parte de otra persona, recomendaría a The Advocates para que lo ayuden a resolver cualquier deuda que tenga debido a esa lesión. Fue genial trabajar con ellos y me ayudaron a dejar atrás este desafortunado evento.
Steve y su equipo en The Advocates fueron increíbles. Tomaron mi caso después de que me chocaron por detrás resultando en una operación del cuello. Steve y compañía se aseguraron de que todo estuviera resuelto y de que obtuviera la máxima compensación posible. Definitivamente recomiendo a The Advocates.
¡El Sr. Brad Johnson, nuestro abogado, fue increíble! Fue muy informativo, nos mantuvo al tanto de mi caso con llamadas periódicas. Nos devolvió las llamadas en 24 horas o menos. Brad Johnson es muy cortés, honesto, amable y es un placer hablar y trabajar con él. Hay muy pocos abogados por ahí que podrían siquiera acercarse a la alta moral que Brad Johnson tiene y ha mostrado hacia nosotros. Necesitamos más abogados como Brad Johnson. Si alguna vez volviéramos a necesitar un abogado de discapacidad en el futuro, será Brad Johnson y la firma de abogados The Advocates en la que trabaja. ¡Definitivamente les diremos a TODOS nuestros familiares y amigos del abogado Brand Johnson y la firma en un abrir y cerrar de ojos!
Primero quiero decir que estoy realmente agradecido por el bufete de abogados The Advocates, me han brindado un gran servicio a través de esta terrible experiencia y Katie, es una abogada tremenda, alguien a quien recomendaría que lucha con uñas y dientes por sus clientes y el resto del equipo me apoyó al máximo, dicho esto, me gustaría decir que cualquiera que esté tratando de encontrar un abogado para pelear su caso, The Advocates son el camino para seguir.
Estadisticas accidentes de peatones en Arizona
Where are pedestrian accidents most likely to occur?
- Most pedestrian accidents occur in urban areas when the pedestrian is crossing the street
- Fatal pedestrian accidents, however, are more likely to occur in rural areas away from intersections
- Pedestrian accidents are more likely to happen in dark conditions than during the daytime or at dusk
- Maricopa and Pima counties account for more than 80% of pedestrian fatalities each year
Arizona pedestrian accident statistics
- Male pedestrians are more likely to be involved in a fatal accident than female pedestrians
- Over a five-year period, more than 1,200 Arizona pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle accidents, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation
- The state of Arizona consistently ranks in the top 10 most dangerous states for pedestrians
- Nearly half of all fatal pedestrian accidents involve alcohol
- According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a pedestrian is killed in an accident about every 81 minutes nationwide
Common causes of pedestrian accidents
- Speeding: The faster a motorist is traveling, the less reaction time they give themselves when a hazard becomes present. Speeding also increases the risk of serious injuries or death
- Impaired driving: Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol creates a danger to everyone on the road
- Distracted driving and/or walking: Both drivers and pedestrians should avoid using cell phones, fiddling with music, or becoming otherwise distracted while on or near the road
- Failure to yield right-of-way: It’s important to be familiar with the rules of the road whether you are driving or walking
- Poor visibility: Most pedestrian accidents occur in dark or dim conditions.
- Pedestrians walking unsafely: Whenever possible, pedestrians should use sidewalks, walk against the flow of traffic, and use crosswalks to cross the street
- Failure to follow signs and signals: Drivers should always adhere to stop signs and red lights, and pedestrians must follow all pedestrian control signals
Common pedestrian accident injuries
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:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Broken or missing teeth
- Internal organ damage
- Lacerations and bruising
- Scarring and disfigurement
Arizona Traffic Laws
Where can pedestrians cross the street?
Arizona law requires that vehicles yield to pedestrians in the following situations:
- A pedestrian is in a crosswalk and on the same half of the roadway that the vehicle is traveling
- A pedestrian is in a crosswalk on the opposite half of the roadway, but is approaching the vehicle’s side of the road closely enough to be in danger
This means that vehicles must yield to pedestrians on their half of the roadway, even if the pedestrian is not in the vehicle’s immediate lane of travel.
Pedestrians must yield the right-of-way to motor vehicles when crossing at locations other than a crosswalk or where a pedestrian tunnel or walkway is present.
In some municipalities, local governments may prohibit pedestrians from crossing the street in certain areas.
Where should pedestrians walk when there is no sidewalk?
Pedestrians should always use the sidewalk when possible and practicable. When a sidewalk is not present, pedestrians should:
- Walk on the shoulder of the road, as far from the roadway as possible
- Walk against traffic (usually the left side of the road)
- Remain as visible as possible by wearing bright and/or reflective clothing, particularly at night
- Stay alert and aware of surroundings
Who can use the sidewalk besides pedestrians?
Arizona law states that no motor vehicle may drive on sidewalks.
State law does not restrict bicycles or scooters from riding on sidewalks, but some municipalities- such as Phoenix– have their own ordinances regarding the practice.
What is the statute of limitations for a pedestrian accident?
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 2 years. However, it is a good idea to file your claim much sooner than that. Personal injury cases can take a long time to settle, so it is a good idea to give yourself as much time as possible before the statute of limitations is up. As soon as you think you may have a case, contact a personal injury lawyer so they may begin working on your claim.
When Should I Hire an Arizona Pedestrian Attorney?
If you were injured in a pedestrian accident due to a driver’s negligence, you may be unsure of what to do next. Between medical expenses, painful injuries, property damage, and emotional anguish, it’s easy to feel like your life has flipped upside down.
The at-fault driver’s insurance company will likely do whatever they can to avoid paying you fairly for your damages. It is often not easy to obtain fair compensation for your injuries after an accident.
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. We are ready to listen to your story, help you understand your options, and provide competent legal advice and representation while you focus on your recovery.
The Advocates will be here for you every step of the way. Contact our law office today for a free case review. You deserve a team who truly cares about your recovery. You deserve an Advocate.