Pedestrian Suffers Injuries in Accident Involving a Vehicle

Sacramento Accident Involving a Vehicle Injures Pedestrian on H Street

A pedestrian was injured on July 2 in a Sacramento accident involving a vehicle. According to the Sacramento Police Department, the collision happened on H Street between Campus Commons Road and Camellia Avenue around 9:15 p.m. The injured pedestrian was transported to a hospital in unknown condition. The area surrounding the accident was closed until at least 10:00 p.m. as an investigation was conducted to determine what happened.

Compensation in a Sacramento Accident Involving a Vehicle

Victims of negligent driving in Sacramento pedestrian accidents can seek compensation for:

• Medical bills: Pedestrians who suffer trauma can recover costs for ambulance services, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor visits, medication, and rehabilitation. Out-of-pocket expenses for things like gasoline or parking are also recoverable with saved receipts. Further anticipated medical expenses are calculated and added to the claim by your lawyer if the injury persists.
• Lost wages: Compensation for earnings lost due to work absence during recovery is recoverable. If the injury forces a lower-paying job or results in permanent disability, the injured party can claim the difference or lost earnings up to retirement.
• Pain and suffering: Pedestrians can claim compensation for both physical pain and emotional distress with the assistance of their injury lawyer.

Recovery of Compensation in Pedestrian Accidents

A pedestrian can suffer injuries in a Sacramento accident involving a vehicle, even when they are simply standing outside their car on the roadside. Injuries from pedestrian accidents can include anything from fractures and broken bones to serious brain injuries, spinal damage, and internal organ trauma. An experienced attorney can assist victims of driver negligence in recovering financial losses and securing compensation for their physical pain and emotional suffering.

Driver Negligence Leading to Pedestrian Accidents

Driver negligence can cause severe pedestrian injuries in numerous ways during a Sacramento accident involving a vehicle. Key examples include:

• Failing to yield the right of way to pedestrians at crosswalks.
• Engaging in distracting behaviors such as texting or making phone calls while driving.
• Speeding, particularly in areas frequented by children or within residential zones.
• Ignoring stop signs or traffic signals.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Failing to adjust driving behaviors according to adverse weather conditions.

Compensation Recoverable for Pedestrian Injuries

Victims of negligent driving in Sacramento pedestrian accidents have the right to seek compensation for:

• Medical expenses: Injured pedestrians can recover costs for ambulance services, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor visits, medication, and rehabilitation. Out-of-pocket expenses such as gasoline or parking fees are recoverable with proper receipts. Future medical expenses are calculated and added to the claim by your lawyer if the injury persists.
• Lost wages: Compensation for earnings lost due to work absence during recovery is recoverable. Suppose the injury results in the need to take a lower-paying job or leads to permanent disability. In that case, the injured pedestrian can claim the difference or lost earnings up to retirement.
• Pain and suffering: With the assistance of their injury lawyer, injured pedestrians can claim compensation for both physical pain and emotional distress.

In the following video, accident attorney Ed Smith offers essential tips for selecting the right attorney for injury-related cases:

Sacramento Pedestrian Collision Lawyer

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento pedestrian collision lawyer. Pedestrian injuries can be severe, making it essential to seek compensation from negligent drivers. You can reach out to us for free, friendly, and no-obligation advice by calling (916) 921-6400, or (800) 404-5400, or by visiting our website to connect with us online.

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Photo attribution: Image by Horacio Lozada from Pixabay

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