Houston Pedestrian Accident Attorney
The delicate composition and structure of the human body is no match for a motor vehicle. Statistics show that Texas is one of the top states for pedestrian deaths every year. Houston residents and visitors should not have to fear for their lives every time they cross a street or walk along the shoulder of a road. When these tragedies do strike, typically, it is a driver’s recklessness, carelessness, or inattention that leads to a pedestrian fatality or serious injury. These careless and reckless drivers must be held accountable under law. Under civil law, victims of pedestrian accidents can seek compensation from those who caused harm to them or their loved ones. Stanley Injury Law is committed to representing victims of Houston-area pedestrian accidents, as well as the families of pedestrians who are tragically killed along our local roads and streets. If you or a loved one suffered injury following a pedestrian accident, call Stanley Injury Law, PLLC today to discuss your options.
Common Reasons For Pedestrian Accidents
Some of the most common reasons for Pedestrian accidents are:
- Failure to yield right of way
- Poor visibility
- Lack of attention by motor vehicle drivers
- Motorists opening vehicle doors without looking
- Aggressive unsafe driving
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Nobody ever expects to sustain serious injuries or even a tragic loss from a pedestrian accident. It is impossible to prepare for the wide array of physical, emotional, and financial impacts that a tragic pedestrian accident can bring on those involved and their families. The physical injuries that result from a pedestrian accident vary widely in type and severity. Some of the most common pedestrian accident injuries are:
- Fractures
- Cuts, bruises, and abrasions
- Spinal cord injuries
- Dislocated joints
- Muscle, ligament, and tendon tears
- Traumatic head and brain injuries
Monetary Compensation For Pedestrian Accidents
If you are involved in a pedestrian accident that was caused by the fault of somebody else, you can pursue monetary compensation for your damages against the at fault party. Some of the possible economic and non-economic damages you can seek monetary compensation for are:
- Medical expenses and bills
- Loss wages and loss of earning capacity
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
- Pain and suffering
- Inconvenience
- Inability to use a body part
- Inability to enjoy prior daily activities
If you get into a pedestrian accident in Houston, speak to a personal injury lawyer about your right to file a claim against the at-fault driver.
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Call Today For Help
Stanley Injury Law takes pride in helping Houston residents and visitors get back on their feet after serious pedestrian accidents. With the experience, the resources, and the knowledge, attorney Kenneth Stanley is here to help you pursue and recover everything you are entitled to for the injuries you sustained in a pedestrian accident. Call today at (832) 402-6008 or go online to schedule a free consultation or submit your case directly for review.
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