Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Treating your injuries is your first priority. Even if the accident was minor, you should still seek immediate medical treatment because your initial injuries may worsen. Getting to a doctor documents your injuries and creates a solid claim.

To further document your claim, cooperate with the police investigation and request a copy of the incident report. Take photos of the scene and of the car if you can. It’s also helpful to get the contact and insurance information of the other driver and of any witnesses.

Insurance adjusters may try to deny or reduce your claim, so proper documentation protects your right to compensation.

Drivers have an obligation to pay attention to the road and look out for pedestrians. But, an issue of comparative negligence may complicate a pedestrian claim. For example, the driver could have been speeding, and the pedestrian could have been jaywalking.

In Nevada, a modified comparative negligence state, both parties’ fault is assessed, and a pedestrian’s share of blame reduces their recovery. If the pedestrian was more than 50% at fault, there is no recovery.

Jaywalking may be illegal in Nevada, but it does not automatically disqualify you from seeking compensation for your injuries. Through comparative fault, we may be able to demonstrate that the driver was more responsible for the accident. If successful, this can help you recover compensation for your medical treatment and other damages.

A good personal injury lawyer will explore all available avenues for your compensation, including your own car insurance. Even if you were not driving at the time of the pedestrian accident, your optional uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) policy can pay for car accident-related injuries.

Hiring a pedestrian accident lawyer is crucial because state law determines how accidents are compensated. Additionally, a personal injury lawyer knows the law better than out-of-state lawyers who partner with Nevada firms or get temporary permission to practice in-state. Finally, a Nevada personal injury lawyer can utilize local resources to build your case.