Pedestrian Accidents
Denver Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
Surprisingly, more than 100,000 pedestrians are injured as a result of being hit by a motor vehicle every year. Sadly, approximately 60,000 people die from their injuries. In fact, Keith Fuicelli has first hand experience with being hit by a car as a pedestrian. In May of 2007, he was hit by a car after jogging around City Park. Keith spent almost two months in the hospital recovering from his injuries. Needless to say, the firm takes pedestrian accidents very seriously and vigorously pursues those responsible for injuring pedestrians.
Read more about attorney Keith Fuicelli's accident.
Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Common causes of driver negligence include:
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Inattentive or pre-occupied driver
- Speeding
- Failure to properly yield to the right of way to the pedestrian
- Improper turns at an intersection
Pedestrians that are injured by an automobile may have a claim against the driver or against their own insurance company under their UM/UIM coverage. Generally speaking, pedestrians have the right of way and may have a claim against the driver if the driver, in exercising due care, should have seen the pedestrian. If the accident involves a child who ran into the street, liability against the driver can still be established in many cases.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, call or email Fuicelli & Lee, PC today for a free case assessment. The lawyers at Fuicelli & Lee, PC are experts in handling pedestrian accident. We highly recommend you contact a competent lawyer as quickly as possible. Often it is necessary to conduct a thorough accident investigation when evidence is still available and witnesses’ memories are fresh.
