Palmdale Car vs. Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
About Car Accidents involving Pedestrians
If you were involved in a car accident that involved a pedestrian in Palmdale, Lancaster or any of the surrounding areas in the Antelope Valley, a lawyer at our law offices may be able to help. Our firm represents car accident victims throughout this area, providing knowledgeable and reliable legal counsel based on a foundation of personalized client service. We have more than 35 years of attorney experience to apply to your case.
Causes of Car-Pedestrian Accidents in Lancaster and Palmdale, CA
A car versus pedestrian accident may be caused by the driver of the car or by the pedestrian. In this situation, both parties have the obligation to act with proper caution or care and to obey traffic laws. A pedestrian has a degree of responsibility in looking both ways before crossing the street, crossing at intersections when the signal indicates, and walking on sidewalks or other areas designated for pedestrians. Drivers of cars in Palmdale and Lancaster have the responsibility to obey all traffic laws and to yield the right of way to pedestrians in specific situations. If either a driver or a pedestrian acts negligently, carelessly or intentionally and causes a car versus pedestrian accident, that person may be held accountable.
A Lancaster or Palmdale car accident attorney at our law firm can help with your case by assisting you in filing your insurance claim and also by investigating the circumstances of your car versus pedestrian accident to determine who should be held accountable. By proving that the other party caused the accident, your attorney will work to recover the full financial compensation to which you may be entitled under personal injury law. This can help you get the money you need for medical bills, lost earnings and other damages or injuries associated with your accident.