Why Choose Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers for Your Hampton Pedestrian Accident Case?
Our team has over 120 years of combined experience advocating for injured people and their families. We’ve recovered tens of millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts, earning us recognition as The Car Crash Experts.
We have a reputation for achieving record-setting results for our clients. For example, our firm secured the largest reported recovery in Virginia for a single-car accident victim in both 2020 and 2023. We also achieved three of the top 50 million-dollar settlements reported to Virginia Lawyers in 2024.
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Who May Be Liable in a Pedestrian Accident?
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“Pedestrian accidents happen on a very frequent basis. Who’s liable here in Virginia, generally speaking, would be the driver that wasn’t paying attention and slammed into the pedestrian. So that often times pedestrians are very conscious about crossing in a crosswalk or crossing with the light. And today, young people– I’m a little bit older –have cell phones, and they talk when they drive which is terrible, and they text when they drive which is terrible, and they’re not paying attention. And oftentimes that’s how a pedestrian accident will happen. [jingle] No need to worry, call Cooper Hurley. The Car Crash Experts. 333-3333.”
In most cases, the driver who struck a pedestrian is the primary liable party. This is particularly likely if they were driving drunk, texting while driving, or engaging in other reckless behavior before the collision.
Other liable parties may include the manufacturer of a defective vehicle, a government agency that failed to maintain safe road conditions, or a property owner who neglected to provide a safe walkway for pedestrians.
You may also be partially at fault in some circumstances. Under Virginia’s pure contributory negligence law, you may be barred from recovering damages if you share even the slightest fault for the accident. That’s why it’s crucial to prove the other party’s liability to the fullest extent possible.
Damages in a Hampton Accident Claim
The goal of a personal injury lawsuit is to recover compensation for both immediate and long-term losses caused by the accident. In many cases, the injuries that result from a pedestrian accident have permanent effects. We can help you seek compensation for the losses you experienced immediately after the crash and your future needs related to the accident.
Many insurance companies often push for low settlements, but our team is here to protect your rights and pursue the full compensation you deserve. We will explore every legal avenue to pursue the maximum compensation available for your injuries. Our Hampton pedestrian accident attorneys will make sure you get adequate medical tests to fully diagnose all of your injuries and work with expert witnesses to calculate how your injuries will impact your future earnings.
Below are some of the most common damages available to pedestrian accident victims, but your exact damages will depend on your specific circumstances.
Medical Bills
The cost of medical treatment after a Hampton pedestrian accident can be overwhelming for many people. These bills may start with the cost of an ambulance ride or an emergency room visit, but they can also include much more. A successful injury claim could recover damages for your bills related to follow-up care, physical therapy, and any necessary at-home care.
Pain and Suffering
Pedestrian accident cases also involve compensation for physical pain and suffering. The value of a physical pain and suffering claim is subjective, as every person experiences pain differently. As such, this type of recovery may differ depending on the facts of the incident.
Mental Anguish
You may also pursue compensation for the mental suffering you experienced as a result of the accident. Our team will consider mental health conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety when calculating these damages.
Lost Wages
Frequently, pedestrian accidents cause injured parties to miss work while recovering. In some cases, they can lead to someone never returning to the workforce again. An injury claim may recover those lost wages and compensate for any future loss of earning capacity.
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Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Injuries from pedestrian accidents are often more severe than those sustained in a typical car crash. Unlike motorists, pedestrians do not have any form of protection against the impact of a motor vehicle. Instead, the full force of a car or truck often directly impacts the person’s body. If the victim doesn’t survive their injuries, it may lead to a wrongful death claim.
These injuries can happen in multiple ways. In addition to the blunt force from the vehicle to the pedestrian, injuries may also occur when the person is thrown to the ground. Some of the most common pedestrian accident injuries include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Road rash
- Broken bones
- Sprains
- Cuts and bruises
- Internal bleeding
- Sprains and strains
- Spinal damage
The severity of these injuries can directly impact the compensation available in an injury claim. Our Hampton pedestrian accident attorneys can review your case and explain what forms of compensation may be available.
Talk to a Hampton Pedestrian Accident Attorney
After being hit by a car, you’re already dealing with enough. You shouldn’t have to handle a legal claim alone, too. When you turn to Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers, we’ll handle the legal details while you focus on your recovery.
If you’re ready to move forward with your claim, our Hampton pedestrian accident lawyers are here to help. Contact us online or call (757) 333-3333 for your free case evaluation now.
