We all are pedestrians at one time or another. Unfortunately, traffic accidents involving pedestrians are bound to happen due to their close proximity with heavy and high-speed traffic. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic accidents accounted for more than 75,000 pedestrian-injuries in 2012 alone. If you’ve been injured in an accident as a pedestrian, you may be entitled to compensation for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more; contact an experienced personal injury attorney for a free consultation.
In worst-case scenarios, pedestrians who are struck by vehicles may suffer long-term or life-threatening injuries; some may be thrown a substantial distance from the initial impact or become pinned underneath the vehicle. Here are some of the common injuries sustained in traffic accidents involving pedestrians:
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) – These injuries involve damage to the spinal cord and/or nerves in the spinal canal. SCIs can cause permanent damage and even paralysis in extreme cases.
Bone fractures – While treatable, bone fractures can be quite painful and may have lasting effects if not treated properly or allowed to heal fully.
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) – TBIs involve injury or trauma to the head which impedes or alters regular brain function. They are often caused by blunt force, but may also occur when the head jolts violently back and forth, commonly known as “whiplash.” Some minor TBIs may require little medical attention, while others are far more serious and may have long-term implications.
Loss of limbs – Some accidents which involve particular types of force or impact on a pedestrian may result in a lost limb; these may also be known as “accidental amputations.”
If you or a loved one has been injured in a traffic accident, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.