Any type of auto accident can have devastating consequences, but those involving pedestrians have the potential for even more catastrophic outcomes. Because pedestrians have far less protection than occupants of motor vehicles, they often suffer severe injuries or even fatalities.
If you or a loved one has been injured as a pedestrian in a motor vehicle accident, it’s time to contact an experienced car accident lawyer. The Omaha Advocates are dedicated to helping accident victims throughout their physical, emotional, and financial recoveries.
The Advocates personal injury law firm takes cases all over the state of Nebraska. Contact us 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 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.
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*Statistics come from the Center for Disease Control, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and the Nebraska Department of Transportation.
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:
Whenever possible, pedestrians should cross at marked or unmarked crosswalks or by using pedestrian tunnels or bridges. Under Nebraska law, if a pedestrian is crossing the street anywhere besides one of these locations, they should yield the right-of-way to motor vehicles.
When pedestrians are crossing in accordance with traffic control devices, motor vehicles should yield to the pedestrians.
The statute of limitations, or time limit, for pedestrian accident cases in Nebraska is generally four years. Several factors may impact this timeline, so it’s important to speak to a personal injury attorney to determine exactly how long you have to file.
If you can, get out of traffic and onto a sidewalk or parking lot. Check to see if you have been injured. If you or anyone else has suffered serious injuries, call 911 immediately. If you cannot call, ask someone nearby to call for you.
It is a good idea to call 911 even if you do not believe you are injured. You may have hidden injuries or pain that you do not feel because of adrenaline.
File a police report so that there is a record of the accident. When speaking with the officer, remain calm and do not admit fault or speculate on the cause of the accident. Give a factual account of what happened.
Get the contact and insurance information of the motorist. If you file an insurance claim later on, you will need their:
Do not leave the scene before you have exchanged information with the driver. You and the motorist should both remain at the scene until you have been cleared to leave.
Do not apologize. Doing so could be considered an admission of fault. Stay friendly and calm, but do not talk about what caused the accident.
Take pictures and videos of the scene of the accident. They may be used as evidence for your personal injury claim later on.
Useful pictures may include:
If you plan to file a personal injury lawsuit, you will need to prove that the negligent driver’s actions caused your injuries, so it’s important to have evidence from the scene that shows the extent of your injuries and how the crash occurred.
If you do not receive medical care at the scene of the accident, you should see a physician as soon as possible afterward. You may have hidden injuries that can cause complications if left untreated.
Keep track of the treatment you receive; your medical bills can be added to your claim.
Call your insurance company and inform them that you were in an accident as a pedestrian. Give them the basic facts of the accident, including the driver’s contact and insurance information and the police report number.
Do not admit fault to your insurance adjuster. Do not give them additional information without first speaking with a personal injury lawyer.
If you are facing physical injuries, medical expenses, and emotional anguish after a pedestrian accident, an accident claim is likely the last thing you want to deal with. Unfortunately, the at-fault driver’s insurance company is unlikely to make a fair offer without a fight. If you accept their first offer, you may be leaving money on the table.
An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process without additional stress. At The Advocates, we prioritize your peace of mind, so you can focus on your family and recovery.
Our experienced Omaha car accident attorneys have years of experience taking on insurance companies and getting our clients fair compensation in their injury cases. Your Advocate will listen to your story, answer your questions, and offer legal advice to protect your rights.
Whether your accident occurred at a dangerous intersection or in a parking lot, you do not have to deal with it alone. Contact The Advocates for a free case evaluation. You deserve compassionate guidance and skilled representation. You deserve an Advocate.
