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Crosswalk accidents tend to result in serious injuries because they typically involve a vehicle hitting a pedestrian. If you or someone you love sustained injuries in a crosswalk accident, you should seek the help of a skilled Chicago crosswalk pedestrian accident lawyer from our team at Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C.
Our Chicago pedestrian accident lawyers are committed to holding negligent drivers accountable for the harm that they cause. We have extensive experience helping pedestrians recover the compensation that they deserve for their harm.
We’ve secured over $100 million in compensation for our clients, and we’re ready to provide the personalized assistance you deserve right now. We fight to ensure you receive the funds you need to cover your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses.
Why Hire Our Crosswalk Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Chicago, IL?
Our team knows what it takes to successfully handle cases for injured pedestrians. You can rely on a Chicago personal injury lawyer to address all of your legal concerns and improve your chances of getting maximum compensation for your losses.
We vary our services based on the specific needs of each client. Depending on your situation, we may focus on:
- Answering any legal questions you have
- Explaining precisely what to do after your crash
- Gathering evidence to establish negligence
- Keeping track of all of your economic and non-economic damages
- Handling communications about your claim
- Negotiating with the insurance company to secure a fair settlement offer
- Fighting for you in court when necessary
Find out more about how we can help with your injury claim by reaching out to us for a risk-free initial consultation.
Compensation for Your Crosswalk Pedestrian Crash
A pedestrian accident victim may be able to recover a variety of damages, generally including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, rehabilitation, disability, and any other losses stemming from the accident.
A Chicago crosswalk pedestrian accident attorney from our firm can track all of your losses while striving to help you get all the compensation you qualify to receive under Illinois law.
Pedestrians Face Numerous Hazards
The mere existence of a crosswalk does not mean that pedestrians will be safe on the road. Even pedestrians who diligently use crosswalks are often injured or killed by negligent drivers who fail to pay proper attention or act recklessly.
Under the Illinois Share the Road law, pedestrians usually have the right-of-way at crosswalks. The state’s general vehicle code also states the following:
- When traffic controls are not working or not in place, drivers are required to yield to pedestrians when they are in a crosswalk on their side or lane of the roadway or approaching it.
- A driver may not pass another automobile stopped for a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
- Whenever there are stop signs, flashing red lights, or clearly marked crosswalks, drivers should yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing.
These laws focus on pedestrian safety. Unfortunately, many drivers ignore these regulations, resulting in catastrophic accidents. Accidents are more likely to occur when drivers engage in:
- Distracted driving
- Reckless driving
- Drunk driving
Dangerous drivers may ignore traffic signals, speed in urban areas, or try to crowd pedestrians. You can get the help you need from our team if a driver hits you in a crosswalk.
Negligence and Crosswalk Pedestrian Accident Claims
A driver who injures or kills a pedestrian on a crosswalk because they failed to keep a proper lookout may be accountable for the pedestrian’s injuries under the doctrine of negligence.
Negligence is a failure to exercise reasonable care in your actions, resulting in harm to someone else. Reasonable care is how a reasonably prudent person would act in the same situation.
In order for a plaintiff to succeed on a negligence claim, they usually must prove that the defendant owed the pedestrian a duty of care to drive carefully, the defendant breached the duty of care owed to the pedestrian, and the defendant’s carelessness was a direct and proximate cause of the crosswalk accident and the pedestrian’s resulting injuries.
We Use Evidence to Establish Negligence
Our team can investigate the causes of your crash and collect evidence to strengthen your claim. We often need to:
- Get a copy of the police report
- Gather witness statements
- Work with accident reconstruction experts
- Look for surveillance footage of the crash
Contact us now so we can get started on your claim.
Injuries Caused by Pedestrian Crashes in Crosswalks
Pedestrian accidents tend to result in catastrophic injuries due to the lack of structural protection between the vehicle and the pedestrian. As a result, pedestrians often sustain injuries such as:
- Brain damage, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Internal injuries
We can help with your personal injury claim if one of these accidents injured you.
We Can Help After a Fatal Crosswalk Accident
In situations in which a crosswalk accident resulted in the death of a loved one, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim under the Illinois Wrongful Death Act.
Wrongful death claims are civil lawsuits that seek monetary damages. Certain individuals can file them on behalf of a deceased individual. Some of these monetary damages include financial and emotional support, as well as expenses related to the victim’s funeral.
Contact Us for Legal Help in Chicago, IL
If you or someone you love has been injured or killed in a crosswalk accident, we can help. At Charlie Therman Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C., our Chicago crosswalk pedestrian accident attorneys understand how to navigate these types of claims.
You can rest assured that we are committed to securing favorable outcomes for pedestrians injured by negligent drivers. Choose Charlie and get the help you deserve.
