Pedestrian Accidents
Experienced Representation After a Pedestrian Accident
Experienced Representation After a Pedestrian Accident
Pedestrian accidents can result in serious and life-altering injuries. Unlike people traveling in vehicles, pedestrians have little protection when struck by a car, truck, or other motor vehicle.
Carmichael Ellis & Brock represents individuals who have been injured in pedestrian accidents. We investigate the circumstances of the collision, evaluate the available evidence, and pursue compensation for the physical, emotional, and financial consequences of the injuries our clients have suffered.
Cases We Handle
Pedestrian & Motor Vehicle Accidents
Pedestrian accidents may occur when a driver is distracted, speeding, impaired, fatigued, or otherwise fails to operate a vehicle safely. Determining how the accident occurred and who was responsible is an important part of building a personal injury claim.
Our attorneys investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and examine available evidence, including accident reports, witness testimony, photographs, vehicle damage, and other information that may help establish what happened.
Serious & Catastrophic Injuries
Pedestrians can suffer significant injuries when struck by a motor vehicle, including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and other serious or permanent injuries.
We work to understand the full impact of an injury, including medical expenses, lost wages, future medical needs, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and other consequences.
Insurance Claims & Litigation
Insurance companies may attempt to minimize or deny claims following an accident. We advocate for our clients throughout the claims process and, when appropriate, pursue litigation to protect their rights and seek fair compensation.
What We Investigate
Driver Distraction
We examine whether texting, adjusting vehicle controls, or other distractions contributed to the accident.
Speeding & Reckless Driving
Excessive speed or reckless driving can make it more difficult for a driver to see, avoid, or stop for a pedestrian.
Impaired Driving
We investigate whether alcohol or drug impairment contributed to the collision.
Driver Fatigue
Fatigue can impair a driver's ability to recognize hazards and respond appropriately. We consider whether driver exhaustion contributed to the accident.
Accident Evidence
Police reports, witness statements, photographs, vehicle damage, and other evidence can help establish how a pedestrian accident occurred and who was responsible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pursuing the Compensation You Deserve
The consequences of a pedestrian accident can extend far beyond the initial injury. Medical treatment, lost income, ongoing care, and permanent changes to a person's quality of life can create significant physical and financial challenges.
Carmichael Ellis & Brock works with clients to understand the full extent of their injuries and losses and pursue the compensation they may be entitled to recover.
Take Action on Your Personal Injury Case
Virginia imposes strict deadlines for filing personal injury claims. In most cases, Virginia law provides a two-year statute of limitations, although exceptions and different deadlines may apply in certain circumstances.
Early involvement can also help ensure that important evidence is gathered and preserved. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a pedestrian accident, contacting an attorney promptly can help protect your rights and allow you to understand your legal options.