Pedestrian accidents
Under Texas law, motorists are required to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. However, not all motorists exercise due caution when driving in areas where people are walking. Thousands of pedestrians are injured every year by negligent drivers.
Injuries suffered in a pedestrian accident can be catastrophic. Pedestrians are the most vulnerable of all people who share the roadways with motor vehicles. A person’s body is simply no match for the speed and size of a car. Pedestrians have no protection from motor vehicles and are completely at the mercy of the drivers on the roadways where they are walking.
A pedestrian can easily be thrown or dragged when struck by a motor vehicle. Pedestrian accidents can result in life-altering injuries such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and even paralysis.
If you were injured in a Texas pedestrian accident, it is critical that you know your legal rights. An experienced Texas personal injury lawyer can assess your case and determine whether you have grounds for bringing a lawsuit against the driver who caused your injuries.
For free legal advice on pedestrian accidents, contact the Texas personal injury law firm of Fears | Nachawati today. To receive your free legal assistance, simply email us or phone us toll free at 1.866.705.7584.
