Since the earliest days of the automobile, the simple act of crossing the street has been a dangerous proposition. More than 1,000 pedestrians are injured or killed each year in San Diego County. Nearly half of those accidents occur in a designated crosswalk.
If you or a loved one was struck by a car, the San Diego pedestrian accident attorneys at Phillips & Pelly law firm will work diligently to hold the negligent driver accountable. Our pedestrian accident lawyers in San Diego have handled thousands of motor vehicle accidents, including pedestrian accidents resulting in serious injury or fatality.
Our experienced pedestrian accident attorneys represent injury victims and families in San Diego, Poway, Escondido, Vista, Oceanside and throughout San Diego County. Contact us today for a free consultation about your potential lawsuit for personal injury or wrongful death.
San Diego Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
The motorist will often try to blame the victim, especially if the collision occurred outside of a crosswalk. Phillips & Pelly, a San Diego pedestrian accident law firm is skilled at proving that the motorist was speeding, ran a stop sign or red light, failed to yield when turning, or was drunk, distracted or otherwise careless. Our lawyers rely on police reports, witness accounts, evidence at the scene and, when necessary, accident reconstruction experts. For more information on the different types of pedestrian accident cases review the list below:
- Pedestrian Crosswalk Accidents
- Pedestrian Jaywalking Accidents
- Pedestrian Hit and Run Accidents
- Pedestrians Hit by a Car
- Pedestrians Hit by a Truck
- Pedestrian Injury Cases
Contact our attorneys even if you think you were at fault. Drivers have a high obligation to proceed with care in downtown areas, residential zones, school zones and other areas where pedestrians would be expected. While your compensation could be reduced under California's comparative negligence law, we are committed to maximizing your damages by demonstrating that the driver was chiefly at fault. How far did you get across? What lane were you in? Did the driver stop? What did they say?
Types of Pedestrian Accidents & Injuries
Our San Diego pedestrian accident attorneys can handle any pedestrian accident scenarios: intersection or mid-street, parking lot and driveway, city street and rural highway. our pedestrian accident lawyers in San Diego represent pedestrians hit by cars, trucks, motorcycles or bicycles, including hit-and-run or uninsured motorist cases.
We know that pedestrians suffer serious or permanent injuries when struck by cars, including head trauma, spinal cord injury, broken bones and internal injuries. We will fight for every dollar of compensation you deserve for the medical, financial and lasting personal impact.
Contact a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today!
Our San Diego pedestrian accident lawyers offer a free consultation, and there are no attorney fees unless we obtain compensation for you. Once we accept your case and investigate liability and insurance, Phillips & Pelly can also help you get medical care if you do not have health insurance. Call 858-345-5929 or contact us online to talk with an experienced pedestrian accident attorney in San Diego.
