Pedestrian accidents are a common occurrence in a busy city like Columbia. These accidents often happen because of driver negligence like fatigue, speeding, and driving under the influence. These accidents lead to all sorts of injuries, from cuts, bruises, and scrapes to spinal cord injuries, amputations, and even death.
Anyone facing Columbia, MO pedestrian accident injuries should contact an experienced attorney today for a free consultation. Our team could investigate your accident to determine liability. We are prepared to argue your case in court or negotiate for a payout on your behalf with the involved insurance companies. Call today to discuss your best options to move your case forward.
Proving liability is essential for obtaining payment for pedestrian accident injuries in Columbia. Establishing liability often necessitates a thorough investigation of the incident. This investigation might include:
A skilled attorney could assist with such an investigation, which often necessitates the experience and specialized knowledge a lawyer could provide. Our team could also provide an accurate valuation of the case and push for this number in court or at the negotiation table.
A couple of laws on the books could be relevant to a pedestrian collision case. Missouri Revised Statutes § 300.375 prohibits pedestrians from entering the road at a point where it is too close for a driver to safely yield. Mo. Rev. Stat. § 300.390 requires pedestrians to yield the right of way to vehicles on the road everywhere except in marked crosswalks or at intersections. Violation of either of these laws could affect compensation for an injured pedestrian in Columbia.
Missouri is a pure comparative negligence state in personal injury matters. This means an injured pedestrian can recover even if they were partly or mostly at fault in an accident. Their ability to recover is reduced by an equivalent percentage. This incentivizes the insurance representatives and opposing counsel to shift blame onto those injured, hoping to reduce or negate their company’s or client’s liability.
An injured person has up to five years from the date of injury to file a case, in which they can pursue economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, property damage, etc.) and non-economic damages (loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium, pain and suffering, etc.). An experienced attorney could advise as to the full range of applicable damages based on the facts of a case.
When you are hit and injured, you deserve compensation for your Columbia pedestrian accident injuries. One of our seasoned lawyers could help you obtain it.
Call today for a free consultation. Discuss your case and possible next steps with our team. You owe it to yourself to have quality representation.
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