Navigating Pedestrian Accidents: Understanding Your Rights and Legal Options

Getting into a pedestrian accident can be super scary and can cause some serious injuries. If you or someone you know has been involved in one of these accidents, don’t worry, we’re here to help! At Boyle Law Firm, we’re experts in dealing with accidents, including pedestrian ones. In this blog post, we’re going to walk you through the steps you can take after a pedestrian accident, especially if it happened in Colorado. By the time you’re done reading, you’ll have a better idea of what to do and how to get the help you need.

Understanding Your Rights:

So, when you’re walking as a pedestrian, you have some rights to keep yourself safe on the road. In Colorado, you can walk on the sidewalks and use those special crosswalks. And guess what? Drivers have a big responsibility to be careful and not hurt pedestrians. It’s super important to know your rights so you can protect yourself and make sure the person who caused the accident takes responsibility.

Legal Options for Compensation:

If you’ve been hurt in a pedestrian accident, you have different options to get some money to help with your injuries and losses. One thing you can do is make an insurance claim. That means you ask the insurance company of the person who caused the accident to pay for things like your medical bills and other damages. Another option is to file a lawsuit, which is like taking the case to court. Don’t worry, we’ll have your back and help you figure out which option is best for your situation.

In certain situations, your own automobile insurance can provide coverage even if you weren’t driving your car during a pedestrian accident. One such circumstance is when you have personal injury protection (PIP) or medical payments coverage as part of your auto insurance policy. These coverages can extend to pedestrian accidents, regardless of whether you were a pedestrian or a driver at the time of the incident. PIP or medical payments coverage typically helps cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other related costs resulting from the accident. It’s important to review your insurance policy and consult with an attorney to understand the specific coverage and limitations of your automobile insurance in pedestrian accident cases.

Skilled Trial Advocacy:

At Boyle Law Firm, we have some super talented lawyers who know how to handle things in court. We totally get that every pedestrian accident case is unique, so we work really hard to understand your situation and fight for you. Our lawyers know all the ins and outs of the laws in Colorado that apply to pedestrian accidents. We’ll investigate the accident, gather evidence, talk to those insurance companies, and, if we need to, we’ll go to court for you. Our goal is to make sure you get the money you need to get better and move forward.

Conclusion:

If you or someone you know has been hurt in a pedestrian accident, don’t panic! We’ve got your back. Just reach out to Boyle Law Firm, and we’ll be there to support you. Our lawyers are experienced and know all the laws in Colorado. We’ll work super hard to help you get the money you deserve. Remember, you don’t have to go through this alone. We’ll be right by your side, fighting for your rights every step of the way.