Northern California Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Causes of Northern California Pedestrian Accidents
A pedestrian walking the streets of northern California may think they are choosing a safe mode of transportation but the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that every 111 minutes a pedestrian is killed in a traffic accident. Pedestrian accidents are more commonly taking place in urban areas, at intersections and happening in the later hours of the day when traffic is at its heaviest. Causes of Northern California pedestrian accidents can include driver negligence or recklessness, poorly designed intersections and faulty traffic signals. If a pedestrian accident was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another and that accident resulted in injury or death, the victim and their family may be entitled to monetary compensation.
Accidents Caused by Driver Negligence or Carelessness
Drivers have a duty to operate their vehicle in a manner that does not put the public at risk. When a driver fails to do this, it can result in serious injuries or death for a pedestrian. Common negligent motorist actions include:
- Talking on a cell phone or texting
- Distracted driving (Examples: eating, drinking, putting on makeup)
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Driving over the posted speed limit
- Failing to yield the right of way to a pedestrian
- Disregarding traffic lights
- Disregarding weather conditions
- Performing unsafe driving maneuvers (Examples: making an illegal u-turn, turning without signaling)
Faulty Traffic Signals or Unmarked Intersections
Careless or reckless drivers are not always the cause of northern California pedestrian accidents. Pedestrian intersection accidents in Northern California can also result from faulty traffic signals, obscured traffic signs and crosswalks, unmarked or poorly designed intersections and dimly lit sidewalks. In these cases a government entity could be held liable for damages. If the accident occurred on someone else’s property, a premises liability claim may be pursued. Premises liability law holds responsible the person or party who owns or occupies the land (premises) that the injury was acquired on. Utilizing the finest experts in accident reconstruction and investigation, the experienced Estey Bomberger attorneys will determine who is at fault for your serious injury or wrongful death, and help you hold that party accountable.
Protecting Pedestrian’s Rights
Pedestrians do not have the physical protection that steel encased, air bag equipped cars offer. When met with the size and speed of an automobile, pedestrians are left vulnerable. A collision with a vehicle often leads to catastrophic injuries for the victim. Regrettably, most of these accidents are avoidable. Our mission at Estey Bomberger is to protect your legal rights and hold the negligent parties responsible for your Northern California pedestrian accident injury or wrongful death. We have recovered over $30 million in the last twelve months for our clients. Let us help you collect compensation for your current medical bills and any future medical expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. To discuss your potential pedestrian accident claim call (800) 890-6722 to speak with one our experienced northern California pedestrian injury attorneys. Our lawyers are available 24 hours a day and we do not charge any fees unless we recover money for you.