Fairfax, Virginia Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Supportive Attorneys for Pedestrians Hit by Vehicles in Fairfax, VA

When a car hits a pedestrian, the resulting damage can be devastating, or it may even be fatal. If you or someone you love has been struck by a negligent driver in a pedestrian accident, you can take steps to get the compensation you deserve. A personal injury lawyer can assist you in filing a claim against the driver at fault, holding him or her responsible for your damages.

At Robinson Law, PLLC, we protect victims of pedestrian accidents through aggressive negotiation and compassionate legal counsel. Our goal is to make sure you get properly compensated for your injuries after an accident, whether that means working towards a just settlement or litigating your claim in court. When you work with our lawyers, we will take the time to investigate your case and shield you from any liability.

Negligence in Pedestrian Accidents

Often, pedestrian accidents are the result of a driver's careless conduct. To secure compensation for your injuries, it will be necessary to prove that the driver in question was fully to blame for the accident due to an act of negligence. Acts of negligence leading to pedestrian accidents may include:

• Ignoring the "walk" sign at a crosswalk and continuing to drive
• Failing to come to a complete stop at an intersection
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Failing to exercise caution in poor weather conditions
• Driving while drowsy

Our attorneys are prepared to investigate the root cause of an accident to establish who was at fault. We can obtain police reports and security camera footage to support your claim in addition to other evidence from the scene of the crash.

Catastrophic Injuries in Pedestrian Accidents

Given that the human body is not designed to withstand an impact with several tons of metal, victims of pedestrian accidents are often left severely injured. When an accident results in long-term health complications, disability, or disfigurement, the resulting damage is referred to as a catastrophic injury.

Catastrophic injuries in pedestrian accidents often take the form of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) or spinal cord injuries. TBIs may impact your cognitive functioning or leave you with persistent vertigo or headaches, while spinal cord injuries can leave you partially or completely paralyzed. These debilitating conditions may threaten your ability to work or live on your own, which is why working with an attorney is critical for protecting your future after a pedestrian accident.

Keep in mind that you can be compensated for economic and non-economic damages after a pedestrian accident. Economic damages may factor in your medical expenses, surgeries, loss of income, and continued care, whereas non-economic damages factor in your decreased quality of life, pain and suffering, and anguish after your injury.

Obtaining Compensation After a Pedestrian Accident

To secure compensation for a pedestrian accident, you will have to take the claim up with the driver's insurance company. You should exercise the utmost caution when speaking to an insurance representative. Insurance companies are motivated to save money and cut corners whenever possible, which means paying as little as possible in settlements. As such, the representative may prod you with questions about the accident, trying to get details out of you. Mind what you say, as your own admissions could be used to deny your claim.

To avoid the possibility of saying the wrong thing, our lawyers can speak to the insurance company on your behalf. We will represent you in negotiations with insurance adjusters, ensuring that you will be treated fairly and fighting to maximize the amount of compensation you can receive.

Meet With a Fairfax Pedestrian Accident Attorney

At Robinson Law, PLLC, our Fairfax attorneys are motivated to help you obtain meaningful compensation after a pedestrian accident. To schedule a free consultation, call our offices at 703-844-3746 or reach out to us online.