The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that there is one pedestrian death caused by a vehicle collision every two hours in the U.S. Children ages five to nine and people ages 65 and over are at increased risk for these accidents and may suffer catastrophic or fatal injuries.
Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum, Attorneys At Law, Inc., provides representation to pedestrian accident victims and their families. Our experienced lawyers investigate the cause of the accident and gather evidence to hold the negligent party accountable. In cases this serious, we know you will need to recover the full amount allowed under the law. We keep working until we get results for our clients. Please contact us for a free consultation with a Warwick pedestrian accident attorney.
The majority of pedestrian accidents are caused when a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle. Drivers have a responsibility to share the road with other vehicles and pedestrians, but they can fail to see pedestrians if they are not paying attention. Distracted drivers, drunk drivers and drivers who are speeding are more likely to hit pedestrians because their full attention is not on the road.
Even a relatively minor accident can severely injure a pedestrian. Typical injuries may include:
Any of these injuries may cause temporary or permanent disability. We will seek damages to cover the cost of your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. In catastrophic cases, you may also need compensation for long-term care and modifications to your home and vehicles.
