It is important for your attorney to understand the rules of the road that govern both the striking car and the pedestrian. The physics of the crash – where everyone was, the speed of the car, the nature of the impact, whether the driver was texting or talking on a cell phone – are a key part of proper investigation if you’ve been injured as a pedestrian.
Crossing the street shouldn’t mean taking your life into your hands. Pedestrians have the right to safely use crosswalks and make their way across roads and streets. If you’ve been injured as a pedestrian, Jacobs Injury Law can help.
When cars strike pedestrians, the drivers frequently claim they didn’t see the pedestrian or that they were otherwise distracted from their duty to watch out. In the era of texting while driving, some drivers simply aren’t looking where they are going, instead they are checking their phones. Cars must yield to pedestrians in the cross walks. When they don’t, and a crash occurs, the consequences can be severe.
At Jacobs Injury Law, we understand the physics of these crashes, how they happen, and the injuries pedestrians suffer. We are able to collect and review evidence, obtain witness statements, secure cell phone and texting records, and work to preserve the scene.
With over 20 years of legal experience, and having been named one of Wisconsin’s Top 50 Attorneys, Attorney Ann Jacobs can help you with your bicycle crash injury. She has handled many such cases, including cases involving the death of pedestrians. Call (414) 306-8999 now, or click here for a free consultation on your Pedestrian Injury.