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Pedestrian Accident

Personal injuries in El Paso occur at all times, and some of the most common are pedestrian accidents and injuries. While there aren’t very many pedestrian accident lawyers in El Paso specializing in resolving pedestrian accidents, the Quiñonez Law Firm is here to help. Our pedestrian accident lawyers are ready to fight for you.

As one of our specialty services, we understand that pedestrian accidents are nothing to take lightly. If you or someone you know has been injured in a pedestrian accident, give our law firm a call. We fight on behalf of pedestrian accident victims to help them recover financial compensation for their injuries. 

What Constitutes a Pedestrian Accident In El Paso

By definition, a pedestrian is any person who is traveling on foot. This can include:

  • Running
  • Jogging
  • Walking
  • Strolling 
  • Sprinting
  • Escorting 
  • Hiking 
  • Patroling 
  • Marching
  • Or anything of the sort.

Pedestrian accidents occur when a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle including:

  • Cars
  • Trucks
  • Motorcycles
  • Semi-trucks
  • Mail trucks
  • UPS trucks
  • Ambulances
  • Police cars
  • SUV
  • Hatchback
  • Crossover
  • Convertable 
  • Sedan
  • Sports Car
  • Cope
  • Mini-Van
  • Station Wagon 
  • Pick-up Truck
  • Or any other motor vehicle.

Older adults and children are the most at-risk groups of people in these kinds of accidents, considering they travel by foot more than teenagers or adults. 

Common Types of Pedestrian Injuries and Claims  

When an injury occurs, pedestrians will most likely experience injuries to the shoulders, neck, and head. These injuries may include:

  • Fractures
  • Displacements
  • Lacerations
  • Concussions
  • Soft tissue damage
  • Broken bones and bone fractures
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Crosswalk collisions
  • Parking lot accidents
  • Hit-and-run accidents

During a claim, it is also important to note whether the pedestrian was hit head-on or was hit by the hood of the car. These factors can be tied to the extremities of injuries. 

What to Do If You’ve Been in An Accident

The first thing you should do after being in a pedestrian accident is to seek medical attention immediately. When receiving medical care, you need to compile all the necessary documents that can help you during your claim. Get in contact with a pedestrian accident lawyer right away. This way, you’ll know how to speak to the insurance companies you will be in contact with for your claim. 

Determining Fault  

Even if you are confident that you are not at fault for the accident, it’s best to contact a pedestrian accident lawyer right away. The sooner we are aware of the accident, the sooner we can determine who was responsible. We will advise you on your legal options and how to seek compensation for your injuries. It is important to know that just because you’ve been in an accident, you are not as guaranteed compensation as you are when you have a pedestrian accident lawyer to help and represent you. 

Statute of Limitations for Pedestrian Accidents

By Texas law, pedestrians have no more than two years to file a claim and seek compensation from the driver when involved in a pedestrian accident. Most pedestrian accidents are the fault of the driver or the person who was operating the vehicle involved. Hence, it is likely that the pedestrian will receive the compensation they need to tend to their injuries. This is not always the case, however. For this reason, it’s in your best interest to speak with a pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible.

Contact Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Today 

We specialize in helping victims of pedestrian accidents in El Paso get fair compensation for the injuries they’ve suffered. We’d be happy to schedule a consultation with you to discuss your case. Contact our office today.

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