Pedestrian accidents are often the most devastating, as the only protection pedestrians have from other vehicles is the shirt on their backs. If you’ve been wrongfully injured as a pedestrian, you may qualify for financial compensation. Read on and reach out to our experienced Orlando personal injury attorney to learn more about pedestrian accidents and how we can help if you’ve been hurt in one. Here are some of the questions you may have:
What are the most frequent causes of pedestrian accidents in Orlando?
Pedestrian accidents can occur for many different reasons. However, not unlike most other accidents, they are generally a result of negligence, typically on the part of the motorist and not the pedestrian. Some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents in Orlando are as follows:
- Motorists not seeing pedestrians dressed in dark colors at night
- Texting while driving, or otherwise driving while distracted
- Driving while intoxicated
- Speeding
- Driving while fatigued
- Ignoring all other rules and regulations of the road
To learn more about pedestrian accidents in Orlando, simply click the video featured below.
What should I do if I’m hurt as a pedestrian?
If you are hurt as a pedestrian, you may be unable to do anything other than await the arrival of emergency services. However, if you can, you should call 911, as law enforcement and an ambulance will be sent to the scene. You should also take pictures of the scene of the accident, as well as of any injuries you’ve sustained. From here, you should ask anyone who saw your accident happen for their contact information, as they can verify your claim at a later date. Once you are treated in a hospital, ensure that you speak with a knowledgeable Florida personal injury lawyer as soon as you can.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Orlando?
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in the state of Florida is four years, which means that you cannot wait any longer than four years from the date of your accident to take legal action against the liable party. Doing so will most likely result in you permanently losing your right to sue. Our firm is prepared to assist you today.
Contact our experienced Orlando firm
Our firm understands the repercussions of a serious accident. If you are injured due to another party’s negligence, you should not have to fight the uphill battle for financial compensation on your own. When you hire one of our attorneys, you are hiring a devoted, caring, and aggressive attorney who will tenaciously fight for your rights. If you or someone you know was injured in an accident and wishes to schedule a consultation, please do not hesitate to contact Attorney Schmitt of the Florida Personal Injury Law Team today.
