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Auto accidents do not always only involve vehicles. Unfortunately, the victims of some Ohio car accidents are pedestrians. You may have been struck by a vehicle while walking to work, getting the mail, or jogging on a bike path. Your child may have been hit while playing in the neighborhood or getting off the school bus. Whatever the situation, you or a loved one may now be suffering from serious injuries and will need legal help to recover the compensation you deserve under the law.
An Ohio pedestrian accident lawyer at Kisling, Nestico & Redick can help. We represent people in your situation every day. Whether you were hurt in a vehicle, pedestrian, or bicycle accident, we are here to guide you through the insurance claim and legal processes. We will protect your rights against corporate defendants and insurers while fighting for you to receive a fair settlement or verdict.
To discuss how one of our injury lawyers can help you contact us today at 1-800-HURT-NOW to schedule a free, initial consultation.
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Ohio loses pedestrians to traffic crashes every year, and many more are injured. These crashes happen on urban arterials, in rural communities, at intersections, and inside marked crosswalks all around the state. The reasons why pedestrian accidents are rising in Northeast Ohio apply across the state, and pedestrian safety in Cincinnati has its own set of problem corridors.
If you were injured in a pedestrian-vehicle accident, speak with our pedestrian accident lawyers as soon as possible. If a driver was responsible for the accident and your injuries, your attorney will gather evidence, obtain witnesses, and pursue the compensation you deserve under the law. If you lost a loved one, our Ohio wrongful death attorneys handle the family’s claim.
Ohio’s rules of the road divide responsibility between drivers and walkers, and both sides matter in a claim:
Insurers lean on the second rule to argue that every pedestrian was jaywalking; the third rule is the answer. A driver who could have avoided a pedestrian and did not can still be held at least partly responsible even when the pedestrian was outside a crosswalk.
Some fatal pedestrian crashes are hit-and-runs, and many injury crashes are too. The first step is the police report: file it immediately, give every detail you remember about the vehicle, and ask whether nearby businesses or traffic cameras recorded the crash, because that footage is overwritten within days. Police identify many hit-and-run drivers from partial plates, paint transfer, and video.
When the driver is never found, or is found with no insurance, the source of compensation is usually uninsured motorist coverage on your own auto policy or on a policy held by a family member you live with. That coverage applies to you as a pedestrian even though you were not in a car. Claims after hit-and-run accidents run through that coverage, and pedestrians hit at night face the added problem that no one saw the vehicle.
Our legal team is experienced in handling insurance claims, personal injury suits, and wrongful death claims following:
A significant number of pedestrian-vehicle accidents occur at intersections. The problem may arise because the intersection was uncontrolled, or the driver may have run a red light or stop sign.
Intersection accidents also often occur when drivers are turning and fail to pay attention to people crossing the street.
If you or your child were walking through a crosswalk, you should have been safe, and crosswalk accidents are among the clearest cases of driver fault. If a driver ignored you and others within the crosswalk and struck you or your loved one, contact an attorney immediately.
Drivers should be cautious in school zones, where school zone accidents injure children every year, particularly during school hours. Many drivers strike children when they speed or drive recklessly near schools. Call a lawyer immediately if a vehicle in a school zone hits you, your child, or another loved one. If the driver was violating one or more traffic laws, this might be evidence of their fault and liability.
When a school bus is stopped and has its stop sign out, all vehicles should stop. Drivers in both directions on an undivided road must stop so the children getting off the bus can safely cross the street. When drivers ignore the stopped bus and speed past, they may hit a child. Parents of a child hit by a car walking to school should read our guide on what to do next.
One of the most common accidents to harm children is backing up vehicles. The blind spot behind a vehicle can be significant, particularly for large vehicles and shorter drivers. A driver may not have been careful enough to drive around children and backed up, striking your child.
Children and teenagers are often playing on the sidewalk, near the street, and in parking lots. People behind the wheel of a car must be vigilant for children, particularly in residential neighborhoods, near schools and parks, and during vacations. Children playing may not pay attention to the traffic around them, placing them at risk for an accident.
Construction and utility workers often work on or near the road. Despite warning lights, signs, and cones, drivers may ignore the risk. If you or a loved one were struck by a vehicle while working, contact a pedestrian accident attorney to discuss your right to pursue compensation.
You may be by the side of the road for several reasons. You could be checking the mail, getting in or out of your vehicle, or doing yard work. You may not think much of stepping down from the curb and onto the shoulder of your road. Unfortunately, if a driver is not careful as they should be, you could be struck. You may be hit by any vehicle, including personal cars, postal service trucks, and garbage trucks.
Not all pedestrian-vehicle accidents happen on the street. There are incidents when a vehicle leaves the road and strikes a pedestrian on the sidewalk, in their yard, at a bus stop, or in a building. If you were hit by a vehicle when you were not on or near the road, call us right away. These are often serious accidents, and they may involve an impaired driver. One of our pedestrian accident lawyers will thoroughly investigate the crash to determine what happened and why.
Our statewide practice is designed to make going through an injury claim more convenient and accessible for injury victims. With offices across Ohio, KNR is a call or click away:
KNR also serves Ohio’s rural counties and conducts consultations by phone and Zoom.
Many factors can contribute to a pedestrian-involved accident. And while each situation is unique, some of the common causes of pedestrian accidents include:
An Ohio pedestrian accident attorney is best suited to help determine how the collision happened and why your injuries occurred. Generally, motorists tend to be liable for pedestrian accidents and injuries that result. For instance, when a pedestrian accident happens while someone is crossing in a crosswalk or when the pedestrian has the right of way, the driver will almost always be at fault and liable.
Liability in pedestrian accidents can be more complicated in situations where a pedestrian or other parties share some degree of responsibility. Under Ohio’s comparative fault law, a pedestrian can still recover damages as long as they are 50 percent or less at fault.
So, if you are walking down a busy street and distracted by your phone, you could share some of the blame if you’re hit by a car. However, so long as you are not deemed more than 50% responsible, you can still recover compensation for the share of damages you are not liable for.
Alcohol or drug impairment, on the part of the driver, the pedestrian, or both, is a factor in many of Ohio’s fatal pedestrian crashes, and impaired drivers who hit pedestrians often flee the scene.
If you know or think alcohol or drugs were involved in your accident, call our pedestrian accident lawyers for advice. When the at-fault driver was impaired, this is evidence of negligence. We can utilize such evidence to prove liability and seek compensation.
However, if you were impaired due to drugs or alcohol at the time of the accident, the other party may try and use this against you. The driver may claim you were fully or partially responsible for the accident and your injuries. If you were also negligent, this does not automatically bar you from recovering compensation. If you were 50 percent or less responsible, you may recover compensation, except it will be reduced by your percentage of responsibility.
If your son or daughter was involved in a crash, you might wonder what you can do after your child was injured in a pedestrian accident. Your first concern should remain your child’s medical care and health. Even if you believe your child was not injured in the accident, keep a close eye on them. They may not require going to the emergency room, but you should take them to their pediatrician or family doctor as soon as possible. A physician knows what to look for regarding injuries after a pedestrian accident.
Minor traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), also called concussions, can be difficult to diagnose. If your child’s mild TBI is not detected early on, the symptoms and long-term effects could worsen. If your child hit their head during the accident, insist on seeing a specialist to diagnose or rule out a brain injury.
Once you know your child is safe and stable, call our experienced pedestrian accident lawyers. Your child has gone through a traumatic experience and deserves to be compensated for their injuries. You also deserve compensation for your child’s medical expenses, particularly if they were hurt and require more care in the future.
If your child will suffer from permanent disfigurement or disability, you must speak with an attorney about the value of this injury. Your claim may be worth a great deal when your child is serious or permanently injured in an accident. You will need a lawyer to fight for you and your son or daughter to obtain the compensation you deserve.
Fight for Everything You’re Owed
The financial toll can be incredible when pedestrians are hit by motor vehicles. You’ll undoubtedly experience staggering medical bills, lost income, and more. But you should not be responsible for the financial impact of an accident and injuries you didn’t cause.
With a lawyer’s help, you may be able to recover the various financial losses (damages) caused by another driver’s negligence. Through an insurance claim or lawsuit, an injured pedestrian may be able to secure compensation for your:
Accidents with pedestrians are more common than you might think, but dealing with the aftermath is complicated. Let our accident lawyers address your questions and explain your options.
Yes. If you or a loved one were injured in a pedestrian accident, make sure you have the police investigate. Regardless of the scenario, a police report offers you important evidence and official documentation of the incident.
Getting medical attention should be your primary concern if you were hurt in a pedestrian accident. Some injuries do not appear right away, so it is crucial to have a professional evaluate you as soon as possible after an accident.
You should inform your insurer that you were hurt in a car accident as a pedestrian. But try to avoid saying anything that could result in having your own claim denied. Depending on the circumstances, they may be responsible for your medical expenses and may look for ways to pay less.
No. They may try to reach out to you for a statement, but they are not interested in your well-being or recovery. They want to lock you into a statement, look for ways to reduce what they owe, and otherwise deny liability. Politely advise the insurance company that you want to consult an attorney before making a statement, then have your attorney handle all further communication.
Initial settlement offers after an injury, particularly those after a pedestrian accident, are lowball offers designed to make your claim go away fast and for the least amount possible. Your best option is to work with a lawyer, negotiate a settlement that fully compensates you for your losses, and weigh all your legal options, including filing a lawsuit.
In Ohio, pedestrian accident victims generally have two years to file a lawsuit from the date of their accident. This is the statute of limitations, and two years might seem like a long time, but building a legal case takes time. If you miss the deadline, you may be prohibited from filing altogether.
After a pedestrian accident in Ohio, seek medical care immediately, report the crash, and contact a pedestrian accident lawyer to protect your rights and pursue compensation.
Fault in pedestrian vs vehicle accidents may lie with the driver who ran a red light, ignored a crosswalk, or violated traffic laws, but pedestrians can share fault if they were not paying attention.
Yes, if a child is hit in a school zone, a pedestrian accident lawyer can gather evidence to show the driver was negligent and pursue compensation for injuries.
Yes, in Ohio pedestrians can share fault for an accident, which may affect the compensation awarded. Lawyers evaluate all evidence to determine liability.
Pedestrian accidents off the road, such as on sidewalks, yards, or bus stops, are covered. Attorneys investigate the incident to pursue proper compensation.
Yes, pedestrian accident lawyers in Ohio handle wrongful death cases, gathering evidence and witnesses to seek compensation for families of deceased victims.
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