Pedestrian accidents

A key issue in most pedestrian accident cases is who had the right of way: The pedestrian or the driver? As CyberDriveIllinois.com points out, drivers in our state must yield to a pedestrian when drivers make a turn at any intersection, including lawful turns after the driver has come to a complete stop at a red light, stop sign or flashing red signal. Additionally, pedestrians have the right of way when they:

• Are in a marked crosswalk (or a child in close proximity to a school zone crosswalk)
• In an unmarked crosswalk on the driver’s side of the road, and there are no traffic control signals
• Walk with a green light or follow a walk signal

Pedestrian accidents can take a financial toll and to ensure you receive adequate compensation you need a pedestrian accident attorney to pursue justice with you. Some potential costs you may incur are:

• Immediate medical care
• Long term medical care (future surgeries or additional treatments)
• Physical therapy
• Loss of income from time off of work or losing your job
• Pain and suffering

Pedestrian accident attorneys can help you file a claim with the insurance company and recover compensation for your injuries. We will do a thorough investigation and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf to get you the maximum amount possible for all of your damages. We know what types of evidence should be collected following an accident. We will build a strong case and prove liability in court if need be.