Phoenix Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

REPRESENTING PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT VICTIMS IN ARIZONA

Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable groups in traffic. Those on foot have little or no protection against a vehicle weighing several thousand pounds striking them. Thus, accidents involving pedestrians can have serious and often fatal consequences. Even when traveling at relatively low speeds, a vehicle striking or catapulting a pedestrian creates a huge risk of severe injuries that can leave these victims temporarily or permanently disabled.

At Rack Law Group, we are well aware of the devastating consequences that traffic accidents can cause pedestrians. Our team brings extensive professional experience, a genuine level of concern and commitment to clients, and a focus on getting the results you need and deserve. Whether you are seeking compensation through a personal injury claim or a wrongful death claim for the loss of a loved one, we can help. Our firm concentrates its practice entirely on personal injury matters, which has given us substantial knowledge, skills, and the resources needed to achieve positive results.

Arrange for a free initial consultation with a Phoenix pedestrian accident attorney at Rack Law Group to discuss your case. You can reach us online or at (602) 661-6300 to get started. Hablamos español.

Arizona Pedestrian Accident Statistics: A Growing Concern

Pedestrian accidents are, unfortunately, growing. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) predicted in May of 2022 that, based on previous yearly statistics, pedestrian fatalities would reach their highest level in 40 years. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that one in six individuals who died in traffic crashes in 2020 were pedestrians. Unfortunately, this translated to more than 7,000 pedestrians killed in traffic accidents in 2020. Another 100,000+ pedestrians needed medical care in emergency rooms after being struck in traffic accidents.

Identifying the Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

As noted by these agencies, pedestrians are commonly injured or killed due to the following behavior of motorists:

• Speeding
• Distracted driving, including texting or otherwise using a cell phone while driving
• Impaired driving, such as by alcohol and/or drugs

Other causes of pedestrian accidents can include failure to yield to pedestrians crossing the street, fatigued or drowsy drivers, and other behaviors in violation of traffic laws or simple safety awareness. Because of your physical vulnerability as a pedestrian, the injuries you can sustain in these accidents can be extremely severe.

Typical Injuries Suffered in Pedestrian Accidents

Injuries can include, but are not limited to:

• Head injuries, including concussions and other head trauma, can lead to brain damage, paralysis, cognitive impairment, and permanent disability
• Broken bones, including compound fractures requiring surgeries
• Internal injuries, including organ damage and internal bleeding
• Spinal cord damage that can lead to various types of paralysis and organ dysfunction
• Disfigurement caused by severe lacerations and skin damage

Pedestrian injuries can lead to permanent disability in which the victim may require personal in-home assistance, renovations to his/her home or vehicle for accommodation purposes, ongoing medical care or assistive therapies, and more. Such financial needs need to be taken into consideration in personal injury claims for compensation.