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Casper Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

The Advocates is a personal injury law firm based in Casper, Wyoming. We help pedestrian accident victims receive fair compensation for their injuries.

A Pedestrian Accident Attorney Can Help Your Case  

Casper is a very walkable city. Pedestrian accidents are few and far between, but they still occur. The Advocates have firsthand experience with the heart-wrenching impact of getting hit at a crosswalk and other car-on-pedestrian accidents. 

That is why our pedestrian accident lawyers specialize in providing legal representation for people with personal injury cases. It is what we do best and what we love to do. We can help you access medical care, assist with insurance claims, and surround you with a legal team with years of experience in every personal injury practice area.  

If a motorist has hit you, we promise to take on the legal burden so you can recover in peace. Reach out to us today for a free case evaluation. 

The Next Steps in Your Wyoming Pedestrian Accident Case

Injury

Immediately after your accident, check for injuries and seek medical attention

Hire Attorney

Contact a personal injury lawyer with The Advocates to start your recovery

Treatment

Seek medical treatment for your injuries

Medical Records

Keep track of all treatment you receive during recovery

Finish Treatment

When you have completed treatment, your Advocate will compile your medical records

Demand

Your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party

Frequently Asked Questions

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 do not 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 is 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. 

A Team of Bicycle Accident Professionals Assigned to Your Case   

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.   

We can help you:  

  • Understand the claims process  
  • Investigate your accident  
  • Work together with you towards a full resolution of your injuries  
  • Negotiate with insurance adjusters  
  • Obtain a settlement or judgment against the at-fault party

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The Walkability of Casper

Long road into the sunset near Cody Wyoming.

Biggest walking issues in Casper 

Casper is easy to get around on foot. However, there are some issues pedestrians should look out for:   

  • Poorly maintained sidewalks  
  • Landscape topography, such as steep grades  
  • Objects that prevent pedestrians from seeing vehicles  
  • No islands or medians between wider streets  
  • A heavy volume of vehicles turning right on red  
  • Weather impacts such as snow and ice 

Common driver-related causes of pedestrian accidents  

  • Distracted driving: Drivers can be distracted by almost anything.  Nowadays, the main culprits are cellphones, GPS devices, and other people in the car. Distracted drivers killed over 3,000 people in 2022.   
  • Speeding: A speeding motor vehicle usually hits pedestrians at yellow lights.  High speeds reduce the driver’s reaction time to a sudden pedestrian walking across the road.   
  • Reckless driving: Running red lights and stop signs, ignoring traffic signals, improper passing, driving without lights, and not giving the right of way to others — all are forms of aggressive behavior that could kill a pedestrian.   
  • Impaired driving: Drivers under the influence of alcohol or other drugs have a much higher chance of getting into all types of accidents. DUI laws in Wyoming serve as punishment for drunk drivers, though that does not stop a lot of people.   
  • Poor visibility: Casper can experience the worst each season has to offer, such as blizzards in winter and wildfire smoke in the summer. Impending night, low light conditions, and sun glare can also prevent motorists from seeing pedestrians, even in obvious crossing places such as crosswalks.   
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Common injuries from pedestrian accidents

Common pedestrian accident injuries  

Pedestrian accident victims often have much more serious injuries than other personal injury cases. Pedestrians are more vulnerable due to a lack of protection, such as airbags or seat belts.

These are the most common injuries pedestrians face, from least to most serious:  

  • Abrasions and scrapes  
  • Bruises and contusions  
  • Sprains and strains  
  • Lacerations  
  • Soft tissue injuries  
  • Dental injuries  
  • Broken bones  
  • Facial injuries  
  • Pelvic injuries  
  • Organ damage  
  • Psychological injuries  
  • Spinal cord injuries  
  • Traumatic brain injuries  
  • Paralysis  
  • Wrongful death of a loved one  

What to Know About Pedestrian Accident Claims

Statute of limitations for pedestrian accidents  

You have four years to file a personal injury claim in Wyoming. After this period, you cannot seek damages for your injuries. This applies to all motor vehicle accidents, dog bites, slip-and-falls, pedestrian accidents, and any other type of personal injury.  

The delayed discovery rule is one exception that allows you to file a claim after four years. If injuries from the accident arise after the statute of limitations, you can still pursue litigation.  

How fault is determined in a personal injury claim  

Before any personal injury claim, the court must determine who is at fault. Wyoming uses a modified comparative negligence rule to portion out liability to all parties involved in an accident. You cannot recover damages if you are more than 50% at fault. If your fault is less than 50%, you can file a personal injury claim, but the percentage of your fault will reduce your compensation.  

For example, if a pedestrian is 20% at fault, they will only receive 80% of the total settlement the judge grants them.  

Although pedestrians usually have more serious injuries than the driver of the car who hit them, this does not mean the pedestrian cannot be blamed. If you are jaywalking downtown, it will be hard to show that your personal injury was a result of driver negligence.

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Policeman writing up report on incident where their was a person injured

What pedestrians should do after an accident  

  • Ensure you and any family members are out of danger.  
  • Call emergency services. Police and ambulances should arrive at the scene. Even if you do not think you are hurt, get medical attention.  
  • Exchange contact information with the driver involved and with any witnesses.  
  • Tell the police the facts of the accident and get a copy of the police report.  
  • Keep records of every single communication and bill related to the accident. Write detailed notes on every aspect of the scene.  
  • Notify your insurance provider, even if you are not at fault.   
  • Consult a pedestrian accident attorney.  
  • Do not make statements to the driver or their insurance company. Everything you say and do will be used against you.

Dealing with insurance companies 

To put it bluntly, the insurance company for the party who injured you does not care about your well-being. Giving you fair compensation is not their goal. Instead, they want to push a low offer on you. The less money they are forced to part with, the better it is for them.  

Sometimes, they will not answer your phone calls. Once they think you are ready to accept anything, they will give you an offer far below the compensation you deserve.  

The best course of action is to let a personal injury lawyer deal with the insurance company. Your time and energy should be focused on recovering. 

Woman check phone after a car accident

When Should I Hire a Pedestrian Injury Attorney?

Our legal advice is to begin the process shortly after your accident. You might have severe injuries that make this impossible. If that is the case, begin as soon as you physically can.   

The Advocates’ law office is ready to help you through this stressful journey. We promise to take on the burden of navigating the law. Are medical bills from your pedestrian accident stacking up? That is no problem; we will work with your medical provider to keep your bills from going to collections. Are insurance companies pestering you? We will handle them. Ultimately, our goal is to get a verdict in your case that gives you complete compensation for your pain and suffering.   

The legal system is filled with uncertainty. We cannot promise a specific outcome, but we can guarantee that our personal injury lawyers are caring human beings with years of experience in personal injury.  

Together, we can take that accident you have been in, go through the proper legal channels, and get you the settlement you deserve. You deserve it. You deserve an Advocate.   

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