Oklahoma has many towns and cities that are easily navigable by foot. While walking has various benefits to pedestrians and society at large, it also makes pedestrians more vulnerable when they come into the path of a negligent motorist. At Oklahoma Injury Law, we represent pedestrian accident victims who were injured due to careless driving.
An experienced Oklahoma City pedestrian accident attorney can fight to protect your rights and recover compensation for your losses. Learn more about how we can help by calling us at (405) 310-8800 for a free case review.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Most pedestrian accidents occur because of careless driving. Motorists are required to drive carefully, follow the rules of the road, and keep a proper lookout for motorists. However, many car accidents involving pedestrians occur every year due to careless behaviors, such as:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Impaired driving
- Speeding
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Failing to yield the right-of-way
- Running red lights or stop signs
An experienced Oklahoma City personal injury lawyer can investigate your case to determine how it happened and who is responsible for it.
Who Is Responsible for Pedestrian Accidents?
Negligent motorists are usually responsible for pedestrian accidents. However, pedestrians can also cause these accidents when they don’t obey traffic rules or cross at inappropriate locations. In situations where the pedestrian or motorist share fault for the accident, Oklahoma’s modified comparative negligence applies.
Under this system, an accident victim can pursue compensation in situations in which they share liability for the accident as long as they are not more than 50% at fault for the accident. However, their damages are reduced by their degree of fault. Therefore, if you are found 25% at fault in an accident in which you suffered $100,000 in damages, your damages would be reduced by $25,000.
It is also possible for multiple motorists to cause an accident, in which case you would have a claim against multiple parties. The government could be responsible for injuries caused by defective road design or traffic lights.
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Because pedestrians have no protection against the weight and force of a vehicle, pedestrians may suffer catastrophic injuries when a car hits them. Serious injuries victims may suffer include:
- Broken bones
- Amputations
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Internal injuries
- Whiplash
What Damages Can I Recover in a Pedestrian Accident?
Because pedestrian accidents can cause serious injuries, these personal injury claims tend to involve higher damages. Insurance companies will fight to prevent pedestrian accident victims from recovering the full extent of their damages, which can include payment for:
- Medical expenses
- Future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Reduced long-term earning potential
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
An experienced Oklahoma City pedestrian accident lawyer can fight for the compensation you deserve.
Contact an Oklahoma City Pedestrian Accident Attorney Today
If you were injured in a pedestrian accident, you have limited time to take legal action to recover the compensation you need and deserve. At Oklahoma Injury Law, our experienced Oklahoma City pedestrian accident lawyer can review your case during a free consultation and advise you of your legal rights and options. Contact us online or call us at (405) 310-8800 today to arrange your free consultation.