Elk Grove Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
Elk Grove Pedestrian Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines a pedestrian as any person not in or upon any type of motor vehicle. According to the NHTSA, a pedestrian is killed in a traffic crash every 120 minutes and injured in a traffic collision every 8 minutes. Approximately 69,000 pedestrians are injured every year while walking their dog, jogging, crossing the street or taking a leisurely stroll.
If you have been seriously injured or have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, you have legal rights that must be protected. Your rights may entitle you to financial compensation from the party responsible for the accident. An Elk Grove pedestrian car accident lawyer at the law firm of Estey Bomberger can help protect your rights and offer you decades of litigation experience, a proven record of success and personal attention.
Elk Grove Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Pedestrians are susceptible to all types of minor and severe injuries in an Elk Grove pedestrian accident. Some of the more common pedestrian injuries include:
- Head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Herniated discs
- Heart failure
- Spinal cord injuries
- Paralysis
- Coma
- Burn injuries
- Amputation (loss of limb) injuries
- Concussion
- Internal organ injuries
- Bone fracture injuries
- Road rash
- Infection
- Posttraumatic stress disorder
- Acute anxiety disorder
- Wrongful death.
Elk Grove Pedestrian Accident Causes
One of the most common causes of a pedestrian crash is motor vehicle driver negligence or recklessness. Drivers who fail to take reasonable care when operating a motor vehicle can put the lives of other motorists and pedestrians at risk. Driver negligence can include speeding, aggressive behavior, alcohol or drug use, cell phone use, performing unsafe driving maneuvers, and eating or drinking while driving.
The Elk Grove pedestrian accident lawyers at Estey Bomberger will conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the crash. If it is discovered a motor vehicle driver was responsible for the accident and resulting injuries, we will make sure the driver is held accountable for his or her wrongful actions. Together, we can send a message to all drivers that negligent or reckless behavior will not be tolerated.
Life Members of Multi-Million and Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Both founding partners of Estey Bomberger, Steve Estey and Mike Bomberger, are proud life members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Less than one percent of United States attorneys are members of this prestigious group, which recognizes lawyers who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements.
Contact an Elk Grove Pedestrian Accident Attorney for Free
When you place a call to (916) 903-5217, you will have the opportunity to speak with an Elk Grove pedestrian accident attorney at Estey Bomberger. Our attorneys will give you an honest evaluation of your case and explain what legal options are available to you. As always, consultations are free and there are no legal fees until we have won your case.