Category: Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents can be catastrophic. In a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian, the vehicle almost always wins. Pedestrians have little to no protection from the damage vehicles can cause—especially in the case of children or seniors, who may be more vulnerable to serious injury. Unfortunately, you cannot always avoid high-hazard areas where the risk of pedestrian accidents may[...]
In most pedestrian accidents, the passenger vehicle driver takes most or all of the blame. However, in some cases, the pedestrian may share part of the blame for a pedestrian accident. What happens next? Hire a pedestrian accident lawyer? Reach out for help? Find out more below. Schedule A Free Consultation Why Might You Bear Partial Liability for a Pedestrian[...]
A pedestrian accident or traffic accident in which a pedestrian suffers harm often results in severe injuries. Pedestrians have no protection when a car hits them. Their bodies can suffer extensive trauma in the initial collision when they land on the road or get thrown against a roadside object, even when a second vehicle hits or runs over them. Healing[...]
Traffic laws often require drivers and pedestrians to prevent devastating pedestrian accidents. That is why both pedestrians and motorists must understand right-of-way rules, specifically, who has the right-of-way and how the regulations apply under specific circumstances. In the below blog post, we hope to clear up some of the misunderstandings surrounding pedestrians and the right-of-way to help you understand your[...]
Were you hit while walking and suffering injuries? Act quickly and start your pedestrian accident claim before it's too late! Call us today! Choosing a Pedestrian Accident Attorney A common question we get from injured pedestrians is, “Why should I select your firm?” The first thing you’re going to notice with our firm is that you’re actually talking to your[...]
Five pedestrians were walking across Gulf Blvd when they were struck by a vehicle in St. Pete Beach. The motorist did not stay on the scene. This hit and run happened shortly before 9:00pm on Thursday night on the 4400 block of Gulf Blvd. According to deputies, the vehicle that hit them was a red Nissan Juke. It came from[...]
Travel was shut down for hours between 118th avenue and 122nd avenue on 44th street for the investigation of a pedestrian accident that happened on Wednesday morning. Pinellas Park Police Department ran this investigation on the accident that left a pedestrian in critical condition. The accident happened when Jeffery Fountain failed to see 24-year-old Jenna Hopkins crossing the street and[...]
On Thursday, a child was struck in a hit-and-run in Wimauma and survived with minor injuries. A representative of the Sheriff’s Office in Hillsborough County made a statement that this accident happened in the morning hours on West Lake Drive and Bishop Road. This child was taken to the local emergency room for treatment of their minor injuries and the[...]
Check out this article to learn about these 3 pedestrian accident questions in Florida. Then call Perenich the Law Firm for a free legal consultation. 1. What are my child’s rights as a pedestrian accident victim? When I’m asked about pedestrian accidents in Florida, what I often hear is something like this: “My child was injured as a pedestrian; what[...]
(10/17/2020 - Clearwater, FL - Tampa Bay Times) Saturday in the evening hours, there was an accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian that resulted in Gulf Boulevard being shut down. The pedestrian was struck by the vehicle in the 1200 block of Gulf Boulevard around 6 p.m. The pedestrian is suffering life-threatening injuries but no more information on their[...]
Were you hit while walking and need help choosing a pedestrian accident attorney in Florida? Watch this video and then call for a free consultation. Read Our Free Pedestrian Accident Guide Question: How do I choose the best pedestrian accident attorney? Answer: A common question we get from injured pedestrians is, “Why should I select your firm?” The first thing[...]
Were you hit while walking and need help hiring a pedestrian accident lawyer in Florida? Watch this video and then call for a free consultation. Read Our Free Pedestrian Accident Guide Question: How do I choose the best pedestrian accident lawyer? Answer: A common question we get from injured pedestrians is, “Why should I select your firm?” The first thing[...]
Unfortunately, there are many different causes of pedestrian accidents. In Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties, residents too often hear news reports of pedestrians being struck and seriously injured or killed by motorists, often during a hit-and-run. These accidents are frequently caused by the careless or reckless conduct of the driver. Additionally, many pedestrian accidents occur at night in areas where there[...]
If you have been seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle while walking, you will need to make sure you don’t miss the statute of limitations for a pedestrian accident. You also don’t want to wait too long before hiring a lawyer. Contact our office today to schedule a free consultation. Statute of Limitations for a Pedestrian Accident |[...]
If you have been seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle while walking, you will need to make sure you are aware of the statute of limitations for a Florida pedestrian accident case. Missing out on the deadline will bar you from recovering any type of compensation against the negligent party. Statute of Limitations for a Florida Pedestrian Accident[...]
