Caring California Personal Injury Attorneys Represent Injured Pedestrians
Compassionate collision lawyers help those hit by cars and other vehicles in the San Jose area
When you walk around your neighborhood, you expect to be safe. Crosswalks, stop signs and traffic signals all help to protect you from vehicles in the roadway. Unfortunately, drivers sometimes ignore red lights or fail to stop at crosswalks. In these situations, pedestrians can be hit and may suffer serious injuries. The personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Rozy Lahlouh Boulos, A Professional Law Corporation understand how debilitating these injuries can be to victims and their families. We are committed to providing skilled legal representation to injured pedestrians in the San Jose area and throughout California as we guide them in pursuing the compensation they deserve when they’re the victims of negligence.
California advocates handle a range of collisions involving pedestrians
Pedestrians can be hurt anywhere that people walk. From driveways and parking lots to sidewalks and crosswalks, there is always a possibility of danger from drivers of cars, motorcycles, buses and trucks hitting those on foot. Some of the most common reasons for these collisions include:
- Distracted drivers — Drivers cannot pay full attention to the road when they are using a cellphone or any other electronic device. They may also be distracted by passengers, food or even the button on a car radio.
- Fatigued drivers — Drowsy driving is nearly as dangerous as drunk driving and results in drivers who aren’t fully focused on the road or the pedestrians in front of them.
- Intoxicated drivers — The use of alcohol or other intoxicants by drivers frequently leads to serious or deadly collisions.
- Negligence — Drivers often speed, disregard traffic laws or otherwise operate their vehicles recklessly. In these cases, they may be found to be negligent under the law.
Our firm holds all drivers accountable for dangerous behavior and helps victims of pedestrian collisions get the justice and compensation they deserve so they can move forward.
Experienced lawyers understand the severity of pedestrians’ injuries
Those injured in hit-and-runs and other pedestrian collisions may suffer a variety of serious injuries. Broken bones are common, as are injuries to the hands, feet, back and neck. Many pedestrians hit their head during collisions. The head may impact a vehicle, the road or other surfaces. Traumatic brain injuries come in many forms and can range from a minor concussion to serious and debilitating forms of brain damage. Some pedestrians who suffer head injuries lapse into a coma and may never recover. Pedestrians may also be killed when they’re struck by vehicles. At the Law Offices of Rozy Lahlouh Boulos, A Professional Law Corporation, our injury attorneys know that no compensation can bring your loved one back, but we can seek justice for your loss by representing your family in a wrongful death lawsuit.
Dedicated attorneys assist clients in recovering compensation for their losses
Depending on the jurisdiction, pedestrians may be able to recover their medical expenses from their own insurance company or the insurer of a family member or they may seek compensation from the driver who was at fault or that driver’s insurer. In most states, victims who have suffered serious injuries are able to recover damages in a lawsuit. These damages usually cover the cost of medical expenses, lost wages and loss of earning capacity. Compensation for mental anguish and physical pain are often awarded in a lawsuit or agreed upon in a settlement. Some states also allow for punitive damages when the driver at fault was intoxicated. The experienced personal injury litigators at our firm will help you understand your rights under California law and guide you through the legal process to get full, fair compensation for the harm you’ve suffered.
Contact our responsive personal injury attorneys for help with a pedestrian collision
At the Law Offices of Rozy Lahlouh Boulos, A Professional Law Corporation, we provide dedicated and diligent representation to injured pedestrians and victims of hit-and-run collisions in California. If you or a loved one has sustained injuries due to the negligence of a driver, we will seek the compensation you deserve. Call us at 408-708-9222 or contact us online to schedule a Free consultation at our California office.