Florida Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Every driver is legally obligated to watch out for and share the road with pedestrians. Unfortunately, in our car-centered culture, drivers don't always expect to see someone on foot -- or care enough to yield the right-of-way. Even when a pedestrian is crossing the road illegally or unwisely, Florida law still gives drivers a duty to take care when they see pedestrians -- especially when the pedestrian is a child, disabled or clearly confused. The federal Department of Transportation estimates that a pedestrian is injured by a car or truck once every eight minutes, and killed once every 108 minutes.

Because pedestrians aren't protected by seat belts, airbags or the metal shell of a vehicle, a pedestrian accident can be much more dangerous than a similar accident between two vehicles. Serious pedestrian-accident injuries include broken bones, brain injuries, serious internal injuries and spinal damage. These are catastrophic injuries that can change the lives of victims and their families. In addition to the immediate costs of medical care related to the accident, victims must shoulder the burdens of future medical needs; reduced or lost income; and the radical lifestyle changes that come with a permanent health problem or disability. Family members suffer as well, from the emotional and financial strain of caring for an injured loved one. And those who lose a family member without warning suffer from the unexpected loss of an income and funeral costs as well as the irretrievable loss of love, care and companionship.

The Florida pedestrian injury lawyers at the Alvarez Law Firm have extensive experience in traffic accident litigation which is necessary to win pedestrian accident lawsuits decisively. We have a strong track record in traffic accident cases, with tens of millions of dollars won to provide for injured clients' immediate and long-term needs. And we are committed to protecting your rights and getting you the best possible outcome in court. If you're considering filing a pedestrian accident lawsuit, call the Alvarez Law Firm today to speak with an experienced legal professional about your case.

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