Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

What does a pedestrian accident lawyer do?

A pedestrian accident attorney is a personal injury lawyer who focuses on representing pedestrians who are hit by cars. Pedestrian accident lawyers may:

• Investigate the causes of a pedestrian accident,
• Work to prove that their client was not at fault for the collision, which may involve retaining expert witnesses,
• Advocate for medical care for their client,
• Negotiate with a car insurance company to attempt to reach a settlement,
• File a lawsuit and represent the injured pedestrian in civil court, if necessary.

Because pedestrian accidents often cause severe injuries, these are complex, high-stakes cases that require experience and resources to successfully litigate.

How much does a pedestrian accident lawyer cost?

Pedestrian accident lawyers, like all personal injury attorneys, work on a contingency fee basis. That means there are no up-front costs or hourly fees paid by the client to the attorney. Instead, the attorney’s fee is a percentage (typically about one-third) of the eventual recovery. If your case settles or a jury reaches a verdict in your favor, the attorney will be paid out of the money you are awarded; if you don’t win your case, your attorney doesn’t get paid at all.

How do I choose the right pedestrian accident lawyer?

Because pedestrian accidents are potentially quite complex cases, it’s important to choose an attorney with experience, resources, and a track record of results. Effective pedestrian accident lawyers are familiar with the laws, the judges, and the juries in their jurisdiction and know how to advocate for a better outcome for their clients.

Most pedestrian accident attorneys offer a free consultation, so if you’ve been hit by a car, it pays to take the time to talk to a lawyer about your legal rights and options. An attorney can help you evaluate your legal options and determine whether you may have a viable case.