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When you head out to walk to the market or get some exercise, you should not be risking your life. Unfortunately, injuries and worse are a very real concern on busy streets and roadways filled with distracted, fatigued, and aggressive drivers. If you have been seriously injured while walking due to a negligent driver, or if you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian fatality, our skillful Topeka, KS, pedestrian accident lawyers can advocate for your rights.
Palmer Law Group has been an established part of the Topeka community since 1980. Our attorneys are compassionate and understanding with clients and dogged in our determination to do right by them.
Palmer Law Group has won over $100 million in settlements and awards for clients, and our personal injury attorneys bring over 60 years of combined experience to your case.
Read what past clients have to say about our legal services on our testimonials page.
In 2022, at least 7,508 pedestrians were killed in traffic accidents. In a pedestrian accident, the at-fault person is nearly always a driver who wasn’t paying attention. Injury compensation usually comes through the driver’s car insurance policy. However, the amount you can recover can vary considerably.
Serious or permanent injuries usually lead to much higher compensation than minor injuries. Part of your lawyer’s job is to collect evidence, which they use to determine your case value. You can recover injury compensation for things like:
Your case value depends on how the car accident impacted your life and finances, so it’s different with every case. However, your lawyer’s skill and experience level can make a significant difference in how much you’re able to recover. A lawyer with a long track record of success is more likely to have the experience you want on your case.
Injured in a Topeka pedestrian accident? Get help today. Call (785) 233-1836 to learn how Palmer Law Group can help you recover injury compensation.
Before you can recover compensation for a pedestrian accident in Topeka, you have to prove that the other driver was at fault for your injuries. This is often the most challenging part of a pedestrian accident case since the other driver probably won’t come forward and admit fault.
As we work on your case, we’ll conduct an investigation and collect evidence to prove that the crash was the driver’s fault. This could include blood alcohol testing to prove they were driving while impaired or cell phone records to prove they were texting and driving. Proving fault in every case is a unique process.
The pedestrian accident lawyers at Palmer Law Group offer free case reviews. This gives us the opportunity to learn about the facts of your case at no cost to you. If we think we can help you recover compensation, we’ll handle your claim while you focus on recovering from your injuries.
As our attorneys work on your case, they may:
In some cases, the insurance company may fight back, refusing to offer a fair settlement. When this happens, our experienced attorneys won’t back down from filing a lawsuit and taking your case to court. However, most cases are successfully resolved during the negotiation stage.
You can learn more about pedestrian accidents and legal claims in this frequently asked questions section.
How do pedestrian accidents commonly happen?
Pedestrian accidents happen in a variety of ways, including due to the negligence of careless drivers. Drivers who text while driving, speed, run stop signs and stop lights, race through blind turns, fail to yield the right of way, and drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs can cause accidents that seriously harm pedestrians.
What are common injuries in pedestrian accidents?
Types of injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, organ damage, bone fractures, internal bleeding, and more. Medical treatment for such severe injuries is expensive—our pedestrian accident attorneys will pursue maximum compensation for you.
How long do pedestrian accident claims take?
How long a pedestrian accident claim takes depends on all the factors involved. In cases with strong evidence of driver liability, insurers may settle more quickly. Cases that do not settle and instead go to trial can take a year or longer.
Do I have any rights if my family member dies after being hit by a car?
You and other surviving family members who are eligible could potentially get payment for loss of financial support, loss of comfort and protection, loss of care and guidance, mental anguish, and other damages.
How long do I have to call a pedestrian accident lawyer in Topeka?
After an accident, the Kansas statute of limitations gives you two years from that date to file a personal injury lawsuit. It’s best to contact a lawyer as soon as possible after the accident.
Once you hire us to represent you, you can be sure that one of our pedestrian accident attorneys will be available to answer your questions.
You shouldn’t have to live with injury costs that are the result of a driver’s carelessness. If you’ve been injured in a Topeka pedestrian accident, the time to ask for help is now. Palmer Law Group has decades of experience and has recovered over $100 million in Kansas personal injury compensation. Let us help with your case.
Call Palmer Law Group today at (785) 233-1836 to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Topeka pedestrian accident lawyer.
LJ Leatherman passionately believes in fair and dedicated representation for individuals who have been affected by automobile negligence, electrical injuries, firearm litigation, wrongful death, and third-party claims against insurance companies and all other areas of personal injury litigation. [Read More]