Atlanta Crosswalk Accident Injury Lawsuit Lawyers

Crosswalks are designed to provide a safe way for pedestrians to cross a street. Crosswalks are marked with signs, signals, and road markings to warn drivers about the possible presence of pedestrians. These pedestrian crossways are placed at conspicuous places such as schools and large intersections.

In most cases, when pedestrians properly use a crosswalk, they have the right of way to cross. However, there are a substantial number of vehicle-pedestrian collisions along crosswalks in Atlanta. Each year 100s of pedestrians are struck by vehicles throughout the United States, and this tragic problem is only growing! When a walker or cyclist has been injured or killed trying to legally use a crosswalk, the victim may have a legal right to sue or bring a claim against the at-fault driver for financial compensation. People who have been hit by a motor vehicle while trying to cross the street in a crosswalk can suffer many of the following injuries: 

• Bone breaks,
• Brain injury,
• Fatal injuries,
• Head injuries,
• Life-threatening bodily injuries,
• Loss of limb(s),
• Mental anguish,
• Pain and suffering, and
• Paralysis.

Pedestrian accident victims have a limited amount of time to file their personal injury lawsuit against the negligent driver. The monetary damages that could be received in a personal injury lawsuit could include lost wages, medical treatment expenses, pain and suffering, and other economic and non-economic damages. However, accident victims need an experienced attorney to make sure that they obtain all of the financial compensation their case truly deserves.

Who is Liable for Pedestrian Vs. Car Crosswalk Accident?

Who is liable when a pedestrian enters a crosswalk, attempts to cross a street, and is hit by a car? The answer can vary depending on the facts of the accident. In most cases, when a pedestrian has been hit by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk, the driver of the vehicle is usually blamed for the crash because they failed to stop or avoid crashing into the pedestrian who was in the crosswalk. If the car's driver was negligent due to speeding, disobeying traffic devices, or they were driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, proving liability will be easier for the victim. A common defense drivers try to use to avoid liability is that the pedestrian ran out in front of their vehicle, and they did not have the time to react. It is important for victims to discuss their accidents with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. 

Your personal injury attorney will identify those who are responsible for causing the crosswalk crash and help the injury victim receive as much compensation as possible for their injuries.  

What to Do After Being Injured in a Crosswalk Accident in Atlanta

Quick action is necessary to achieve results in a pedestrian injury lawsuit. Be sure to call 911 and have emergency medical services called out to the scene of the accident when injuries are evident. A lot of accident injuries are concealed by adrenaline. After the accident, the victim and/or the people with them should:

• Get the driver's name, insurance information, and contact information,
• Obtain the contact information for eyewitnesses who witnessed the collision;
• Take photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and the crosswalk, and then 
• Call Montlick to receive your free consultation. 

Did you or a loved one sustain injuries caused by a negligent driver? Protect your legal rights by calling Montlick Injury Attorneys Nationwide, 24/7, at 1-800-LAW-NEED (1-800-529-6333), or simply dial #WIN (#946) from your mobile phone or use our Free 24-hour live chat. Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers are ready to listen to you, understand your situation, and advise you. View our reviews to read what our clients say about our commitment to exceptional service.