In an instant, your life can change if you are involved in a pedestrian accident. One minute, you are fine; the next, you are dealing with life-threatening injuries. If you were injured due to someone else’s carelessness, you should not have to suffer. Nor should you have to experience financial hardship.
The experienced Grants pedestrian accident lawyers from Caruso Law Offices are here to gently guide you through the process of filing a claim for compensation. We have decades of legal experience representing accident victims throughout Grants and focus exclusively on motor vehicle accidents, so you can trust that we have the experience and knowledge to capably represent you in this legal matter.
Contact our Grants injury lawyers today for a free consultation through our online contact form or by calling (505) 883-5000.
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Because motor vehicles weigh thousands of pounds and pedestrians have virtually no protection against their massive force in the event of a collision with a truck or car, pedestrian injuries tend to be severe. Common pedestrian accident injuries include:
- Head injuries
- Brain trauma, including concussions
- Back and neck injuries
- Spinal cord damage, including partial or complete paralysis
- Nerve damage
- Road rash
- Severe burns
- Internal organ damage and bleeding
- Broken bones
- Soft tissue injuries
- Psychological trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression
- Death
If you were injured in a pedestrian accident or tragically lost a loved one in one of these traumatic incidents, an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer can fight for the justice and accountability you deserve.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents can occur for many reasons, but a leading one is that drivers don’t watch out for pedestrians. They don’t expect to see pedestrians, so they drive as if they don’t exist. This carelessness can endanger the lives of innocent pedestrians.
Besides failing to keep a proper lookout, other common causes of pedestrian accidents in this part of New Mexico include:
- Distractions or inattentive driving
- Speeding
- Impaired driving
- Passing other vehicles at crosswalks
- Failing to yield the right-of-way
- Running red lights or stop signs
When you hire Caruso Law Offices, our laser-focused team will conduct an in-depth investigation to determine the factors that contributed to the accident and gather evidence to prove the defendant’s negligence.
Financial Compensation Recoverable in Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents can lead to considerable damages. Through a personal injury claim, you can seek compensation for the following:
- Medical expenses: Hospital bills, emergency department visits, ambulance charges, rehabilitation, and other medical expenses that follow a pedestrian accident can be overwhelming. You can seek compensation for these losses, as well as your future anticipated medical expenses.
- Lost income: You can also seek damages for your lost wages and reduced earning capacity.
- Non-economic damages: You have the right to seek fair compensation for the value of your physical and emotional pain and suffering, disabilities, impairments, and other non-economic damages.
If the accident was caused by egregious behavior like drunk or drugged driving, you may also be able to seek punitive damages as a way to punish the wrongdoer.
Under N.M. Stat. § 37-1-8 you only have three years to file an injury claim, so don’t hesitate to contact our attorneys for the help you need.
Contact Our Grants Pedestrian Accident Attorneys for a Free Case Evaluation
At Caruso Law Offices, we take care of all the details of our clients’ cases, giving them the space and time they need to heal. We can ensure we take prompt legal action in your case to uphold your legal rights. Learn more about our legal services from our award-winning law firm when you call for a free consultation today.