Pedestrian Accidents
The injuries sustained in pedestrian accidents can be catastrophic, and the cost of medical care and lost income can be exorbitant. To reduce their liability, the insurance company or defendant may try to coerce you into providing a recorded statement that can be used to dispute liability or your damages. They might review your social media profiles for posts that can be used against you. Also, important evidence that could be used to prove your claim, such as surveillance footage, might be erased.
A pedestrian accident lawyer from Yuan Law Group will help you stay one step ahead of the insurance company or liable party and avoid mistakes that would jeopardize your claim. Our attorneys will also perform an immediate investigation to gather evidence while it is still available. We can also handle talks with the insurance company, calculate your damages, and use proven legal strategies during settlement negotiations and potential litigation.
The following tips may help you avoid disputes related to liability and damages and might lead to a fair settlement offer early in the proceedings:
- Call the police, and make sure an officer creates an accident report;
- Take photos of your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, the weather conditions, the road conditions, and the vehicle that hit you;
- For your records, take pictures of the at-fault driver’s license, insurance card, and license plate;
- Record the phone numbers and names of eyewitnesses;
- Visit a doctor for an immediate medical evaluation;
- Tell your doctor about every part of your body that feels pain;
- Follow your doctor’s treatment instructions, and do not miss any subsequent doctor’s appointments;
- Keep a journal about your injuries and the recovery process;
- Do not speak to the insurance adjuster or accept a settlement offer until you have spoken to a lawyer;
- Stay off of social media; and
Contact our trusted team of injury lawyers at Yuan Law Group. Call 678-782-2890 to receive a free case evaluation and consultation, with expert legal guidance on how to proceed with your case.
