Two cars colliding into each other is already deadly enough as it is. A car hitting an unprotected pedestrian is an entirely different story.
As a pedestrian, you are at the complete mercy of any vehicle on the road. If a car hits you, you will most likely suffer from heavy injuries. Many pedestrians hit by cars often end up dying on impact or from their wounds.
As a pedestrian, you are heavily favored and protected under the law. All drivers on the road are educated before they get their license to be mindful of pedestrians. There is little excuse ever to hit a pedestrian with a car as a driver.
You should file a claim to receive a settlement for your damages as soon as you complete all of your medical treatment.
Our attorneys can answer all of your questions specific to your accident. The FAQs we provide are good for general purpose and knowledge, but you should always seek legal counsel for any major decisions. We have support available 24/7, ready to assist you in getting started with filing a claim.
Don’t wait until the last minute to prepare your evidence and build your case. The longer you wait, the harder it will become to fight for compensation. If you still have questions after reading our FAQs, call us today.
People don’t expect to be injured while walking on the sidewalk, in a crosswalk, or in another area appropriate for pedestrians. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are common in Georgia due to careless drivers failing to pay attention or follow traffic laws. If a motor vehicle driver has hit you or a loved one, you may be …
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Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to injury when in an accident. They are entirely without protective gear, and their bodies take the brunt of a vehicle’s impact. Often left with serious injuries requiring significant recovery time, pedestrians need to file a personal injury claim to recoup their financial losses and get justice for the other ways …
There are laws in place that define who has the right of way in Georgia. In addition, Georgia law has clear guidelines relating to jaywalking. Yet, there can be times when a pedestrian gets struck by a motorist and can seek damages in accordance with Georgia’s laws. At John Foy & Associates, we can teach …
Pedestrians and vehicle drivers both have certain rights and responsibilities when it comes to sharing the road. In theory, if everyone followed the rules, there would be no accidents between pedestrians and vehicles. Unfortunately, not everyone pays enough attention to the very real danger vehicles pose to people walking on the roads. Vehicles have quite …
The length of time necessary to settle a pedestrian accident claim is not a set duration. It depends upon what happened, how it happened, and what resulted from it happening. It also depends on the quality of the information supporting the claim and how convincingly the information can be presented to the party the claim …
Pedestrians are especially vulnerable if involved in traffic accidents. The human frame cannot stand against the impact of a motor vehicle, and victims often suffer injuries bringing pain and physical limitations for a period of time, if not permanently. Medical bills, time missed at work, and other losses or expenses incurred by the accident warrant …
In Georgia, pedestrians usually have the right-of-way. However, if a driver fails to respect this, they could cause a pedestrian accident. If you or a loved one was hit and injured by a car and the driver was at fault, you’re likely entitled to a settlement for your damages. What Happens When a Car Hits …
Pedestrians often have the right of way, but it’s a common misconception that they always have that right no matter what. There are situations where the pedestrian must yield to oncoming traffic. In those circumstances, fault for the accident may be on both the driver and the pedestrian. Knowing when those situations occur is vital …
If a pedestrian is at fault for a car accident, they will be liable for injuries and damages that other parties (like a driver) suffered from the accident. However, in order for a pedestrian to be found “at fault,” they must have behaved in a way that put the safety of the other party or …
Just like with car accidents in Georgia, what matters in a pedestrian accident case is who’s at fault. Typically, the person who is at fault becomes liable for the cost of injuries or damages. That means their actions, or lack of actions, caused the accident. Whether the at-fault party intentionally hurt you or not, you …
Drivers in Georgia have a responsibility to follow all of the state’s traffic laws and regulations. These laws extend to how motorists behave around pedestrians. If you were hit by a car as a pedestrian in Georgia, you have the same right to compensation as anyone else hurt in a car accident in Atlanta. However, …
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