If you or a loved one has been involved in a motor vehicle accident in South Carolina,
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Pedestrian Injury
We understand ... PEDESTRIAN INJURY ACCIDENTS CALL FOR EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS!
The roads in Columbia and throughout can get crowded with cars, trucks, motorcycles, buses, pedestrians and bicycles. When you have a large amount of traffic, an accident is bound to happen. Pedestrians — the folks on foot — have practically no protection if they are struck by a car or truck. We understand how difficult this type of accident can be. A pedestrian injury can be severe. Your life can change in a second. It's not your fault, but now it's your problem.
If you are injured in a pedestrian accident, it's important to get experienced legal help. A Columbia pedestrian accident lawyer can work hard to protect your rights. You may be entitled to money and benefits for your losses.
Contact lawyers who understand. At Peake & Fowler Law Firm, P.A., we work hard to get justice for our clients. We know how to get favorable settlements for our clients. If the settlement is not what our clients need, we are not afraid to argue a case before a judge and jury.
Who's At Fault In A Pedestrian Injury Accident?
Pedestrian injury accidents in most cases are not the fault of the person on foot. The pedestrian usually has the right of way. There are exceptions. Pedestrians may be at fault if they don't use a crosswalk and suddenly dart out in front of a car.
In most cases, driver negligence (when the driver is being careless) is what causes a pedestrian accident. The driver may be sending text messages, talking on a cell phone or may be under the influence of alcohol.
Pedestrians may be injured in a dangerous intersection by cars, trucks, buses or any other type of vehicle on the road.
Common Pedestrian Injury
Some common pedestrian injuries include:
The best way to avoid a pedestrian injury is to stay alert and respect the traffic rules:
- Walk in cross-walks
- Don't interrupt the flow of traffic by darting out into the street
- Cross the street only with the "walk" signal
Drivers can do their part to avoid pedestrian accidents by:
- Using turn signals
- Obeying speed limits
- Yielding to pedestrians in cross-walks
- Paying attention to road conditions
Contact a Pedestrian Injury Lawyer with Our Firm
At Peake & Fowler, an experienced pedestrian injury lawyer can assist you or your loved one in your case. Contact our firm if you've been injured in a Columbia pedestrian accident.
Remember, you don't pay us unless we get money for you. Call 1-800-WIN-WIN-1 or (803) 788-4370 for your free personal injury consultation today.
Peake & Fowler. Fighting for justice for you.