When a driver hits a pedestrian with their vehicle, severe injuries are common. There are many areas of Metairie where motorists and pedestrians cross paths, including in parking lots and intersections. If you were hurt, a Metairie pedestrian accident lawyer from our team can help you get justice.
Our law firm has recovered more than $26 million in the last five years for injured clients. A Metairie personal injury lawyer from Poolson | Oden could build a compelling case and help you secure compensation for your medical care, lost income, and other expenses and losses. Contact our law firm today for a free initial consultation.
Pursuing Fair Compensation for Pedestrian Accident Victims
When we represent victims of pedestrian accidents, we seek money to cover their injury-related expenses and losses. This could include a wide range of costs depending on the severity of their injuries and the types of medical treatment necessary, as well as the lasting effects of the accident.
Some of the common types of recoverable damages in these accidents include:
- Medical expenses and future care and support needs for lasting injuries
- Loss of income
- Diminished earning capacity if there are long-term impairments
- Other related costs with documentation
- Physical pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and other non-economic damages
Our attorneys also handle fatal injury accidents. We understand Louisiana’s wrongful death laws and how to navigate the legal system to hold negligent drivers accountable. If you lost a loved one in a fatal pedestrian accident, call us today to see how we can help your family get justice.
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Why Poolson | Oden is Right for Your Pedestrian Accident Case
When you need someone to manage your injury case, choose Poolson | Oden. Our law firm has more than 52 years of combined experience and has helped many clients recover fair compensation based on their accidents and injuries.
Our lawyer’s case results include recovering $5 million for a family whose daughter was struck and killed by an intoxicated and impaired driver while working on a door-to-door campaign.
While this case was unique, and this does not mean your case could bring a similar payout, you can trust we will fight for the financial compensation you deserve based on the facts of your case.
We take a full-team approach to each case, ensuring you have the resources and information you need every step of the way. As a part of Our Promise to You, we will always put your medical needs and physical recovery first. We want you to heal and reach maximum medical improvement. Then, we will:
- Make a full evaluation of your case
- Document your expenses, losses, and estimated future care needs
- Work toward financial recovery through a settlement or litigation
However, we will go to work on your claim today. Contact us as soon as your injury allows so we can begin building a convincing case for you. We provide free consultations and provide legal representation to you based on a contingency fee basis, meaning our firm does not get paid unless we make a recovery for you, and you are never out of pocket for any legal fees.
Our Metairie Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Will Build a Case to Protect Your Rights
When a driver acts carelessly or recklessly behind the wheel when pedestrians are nearby, serious injuries can occur. Pedestrians hit by cars often suffer significant, life-altering injuries. Some common injuries in pedestrian accidents include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Neck and back injuries that could involve the spinal cord
- Serious broken bones or crush injuries
- Traumatic amputations
- Road rash and other similar injuries
- Scarring and disfigurement
Pedestrian collisions can occur anywhere that vehicles and pedestrians need to share the roadway. Common examples include:
- Parking lots
- Intersections with crosswalks
- Busy downtown areas
- Along rural roads with no sidewalks
When injuries occur, the victim’s top priority must be their health and well-being. According to the Louisiana Emergency Response Network (LERN), Metairie is only a few minutes from a Level I adult trauma facility and a Level II pediatric trauma center.
As soon as injuries are stable, it is time to consider a legal case. This is when we encourage you or your family to get in touch with Poolson | Oden. We will review your rights and options based on the specific details of your case.
With our Metairie pedestrian accident attorneys on our side, you can focus on your treatment while we build your case. We will gather physical evidence to show the at-fault party caused the accident and your injuries. Common evidence in these cases includes:
- Official police report filed by officers responding to the accident scene
- Witness statements
- Video of the collision from a dashcam, traffic camera, or nearby business
- Relevant medical records
- Accident reconstruction report
- Expert testimony about prognosis and future care costs
Once we gather the necessary evidence, we will negotiate a fair settlement. If this is not effective or there are other reasons to litigate the case, we will take legal action against the at-fault driver and prepare the case for trial. Most cases settle without needing to go before a judge or jury.
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Call our legal team as soon as possible once your pedestrian accident injuries are stable. If your loved one has catastrophic injuries, reach out to us on their behalf. The earlier we represent you and your family, the stronger the case may be to recover fair compensation.
When you hire us, we begin protecting your rights and building your case immediately. You do not have to worry about calls from the insurance companies or other interruptions in your treatment and recovery.
Under L.A. Civ. Code § 3493.1, most victims generally have two years to begin a lawsuit based on their accident injuries. Missing this deadline could make it challenging to recover financial compensation in your case, including settling the case outside of court. This is because the ability to negotiate a fair settlement hinges on the leverage provided by the ability to sue and take the case to trial.
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Poolson | Oden provides free consultations for victims hurt in Metairie, Louisiana. We understand what causes pedestrian accidents and how to hold the at-fault party accountable. Learn how our Metairie pedestrian accident lawyer can help you get justice. Contact us today to get started.