Atlanta Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Effects of Pedestrian Accidents

Before starting our own firm, Van Sant Law, LLC, we spent years defending many of the nation's largest employers and insurers against personal injury cases of all types.  This experience allows us to help our clients by knowing what to expect from insurance companies who try to delay or greatly reduce the compensation owed to accident victims.  Nowhere is this more important than in protecting the rights of pedestrians who are involved in an accident.  Many times, the pedestrian is incorrectly blamed for the accident which allows the insurance company to deny the claim.

Pedestrian accidents commonly result in broken bones, crush injuries, lacerations and catastrophic injuries.  Unfortunately, they can also bring about a wrongful death.  Bills for hospitalization and further medical treatments can ensue, plus lost wages for time off from work while recovering from injuries.  An experienced Atlanta personal injury attorney can fight to see that you are fully compensated for the harmful effects of your accident.

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If a pedestrian is found to be at fault in an accident, the insurance company doesn't have to pay.  That is why we spend the time necessary to fully investigate the scene of the accident itself and all conditions that lead up to the accident.  Drunk, fatigued or distracted driving is usually the cause of pedestrian accidents.  Frequently, it was the driver's failure to observe the road while turning or backing up that brought about the accident.  Once the correct cause has been established, the responsible parties can be held accountable for their actions.

Even if you are not found at fault, insurance adjusters will attempt many tactics to get you to settle for a substantially lower payment than you are due.  In some instances, adjustors are paid bonus based on the amount of money that they pay out.  Some even threaten to reduce an offered settlement if you state you want to hire an attorney.  We want to even out the playing field by seeing to it that you are fairly compensated for your pain and suffering.

If you have suffered in a pedestrian accident, it is best to immediately contact an Atlanta pedestrian accident lawyer for help.