Common Pedestrian Accidents and Injuries

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There are countless ways for a pedestrian to be injured. Some of the more common accident situations for pedestrians in California include:

 

• Crosswalk collisions

• Accidents in a parking lot

• Hit-and-run accidents

• Alcohol and/or drug-related influence

• Construction zones

 

Pedestrian accidents often result in traumatic injuries to the victim and leave them needing long-term medical care and financial assistance for years to come. The below injury examples are typical of these types of events:

 

 

• Bone fractures

• Traumatic brain injuries

• Spine and neck injuries

• Internal organ damage

• Lacerations and burns

• Spinal cord trauma

• Skull fractures

• Death

 

At Brand Law Group, our team of pedestrian accident lawyers has a deep understanding of how to represent the serious nature of your injuries and damages. We ensure any award you receive is fair and will always prioritize your future well-being and not just short-term loss. If the insurance company refuses to give you a fair compensation settlement, our firm is ready to take your case to court for the best possible outcome.

Los Angeles Negligence Laws

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As an at-fault state, California requires the injured party to pursue financial compensation from the party responsible for causing the accident. Determining who is at fault can be complicated when dealing with any of the below:

 

• City or state government

• Business

• At-fault drivers 

 

To successfully recover damages in a personal injury case, you need to prove that:

 

• The liable party owed you a duty of care;

• That they breached this duty negligently, and;

• Their negligence caused you harm.

 

Since Los Angeles uses a pure comparative fault model for negligence claims, the insurance companies or at-fault party may try to deflect some of this liability on to you to reduce your compensation award.

 

A pure comparative approach to assigning negligence means that even if a cyclist hits you while riding down a sidewalk, they may try to claim you were drunk and could have avoided them, thus causing some of your own injuries. A judge may use this information and decide that you are 20% responsible and only award you 80% of what you deserve. This reality makes working with an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer of critical importance to prevent negligent parties from minimizing your suffering.

Trust Your Pedestrian Accident Case with Proven Counsel​

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Being hurt while walking along an oceanside boardwalk or crossing an intersection, you may be overwhelmed with the severity of your injuries. You need to focus on recovering emotionally and physically from this traumatic experience. Brand Law Group is here to shoulder the burden of insurance negotiations and trial representation on your behalf to make this possible.

 

Our firm understands the importance of protecting your rights and ensuring you are made whole again after suffering a pedestrian accident. We can help you recover compensation for your losses, including:

 

• Medical expenses

• Lost wages

• Loss of consortium

• Reduced earning capacity

• Pain and suffering

• Punitive damages

• Wrongful death

 

Contact our pedestrian accident lawyer for a free consultation to evaluate your case. Attorney Anton Abramyan works tirelessly to ensure your financial concerns are addressed and will guide you towards getting the best physical and emotional care you need. Anton and his team have been specializing in personal injury law in the greater Los Angeles area since 2012.