Truck Hitting Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Pedestrians are at a disadvantage in any accident, but when that accident involves a large truck, the results are often catastrophic. In the latest data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2016 there were 4,317 people killed in crashes involving large trucks, 468 of these deaths involved pedestrians or bicyclists, the highest number of fatalities in 10 years.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another driver’s negligence, we at 844 See Mike are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses.

Causes of Pedestrian Truck Accidents

Throughout the cities of Illinois and on the rural roadways, pedestrians are as common as the large trucks that put them at risk for injury or death. Due to their design, these trucks have multiple blind spots that make seeing pedestrians, who are much smaller than a vehicle, quite difficult.

One of the most dangerous places for a pedestrian to encounter a large truck is at an intersection. Truck drivers making a right turn are often not able to see a pedestrian that is attempting to cross the street and even if they are not directly in the path of a turning truck, pedestrians may be suddenly confronted with the side of a truck making a wide turn.

Commercial trucks are equipped with large mirrors and backup cameras to aid in reversing safely. However, these mirrors and cameras are not always enough. Backing-up accidents can cause severe injury when a pedestrian is pinned and crushed, and the human body is no match for a truck that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds.

Determining Fault in a Pedestrian Truck Accident

Truck drivers have a responsibility to drive safely and failure to do so is considered negligence. However, pedestrians have a duty of care as well, and according to the law, they are to take reasonable responsibility for their own safety. Following a pedestrian truck accident, it may be determined that the pedestrian had contributory negligence if they failed to protect themselves.

Common factors that are considered negligent behavior by a pedestrian include:

• Ignoring the “walk” signal;
• Crossing into moving traffic;
• Failure to use clearly marked crosswalks or following the lights indicating that it is safe to cross.

If you or a loved one was hit by a truck while walking, it is important to contact a personal injury lawyer to review your case to determine who was at-fault and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

 We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.

 We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at work we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at 844 See Mike, we put People, First.

 Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 900 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 120 five-star reviews on Google.  Call 888-572-0176, e-mail us at michael@agrusslawfirm.com, or schedule meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.