Terre Haute is committed to making the city a safe place to walk. However, accidents still happen, and if you have sustained a severe injury due to a negligent motorist, our diligent pedestrian accident attorneys can help you pursue the maximum amount of compensation available for a claim.
People are no match for large automobiles, and if a motorist hits you, the injuries are bound to be severe. To stay safe on the roads, consider the following safety precautions for Terre Haute pedestrians.
No one is immune from pedestrian accidents in Terre Haute, but there are some crucial safety precautions to help lower the risk of sustaining a serious injury.
Wear reflective or bright clothing and use a flashlight at night so motorists see you. Also, make sure to use sidewalks when available and walk facing traffic when not.
Do not use a cell phone or wear earbuds to listen to music when walking in traffic. Additionally, do not walk in traffic while impaired by drugs or alcohol. Even if you think a motorist is aware of you, they may not be, so it is wise to take these additional steps to stay alert.
Be mindful of all traffic rules and signals, cross in crosswalks, and look left and right before crossing. Cars can often pull out of a driveway without much notice. Additionally, be aware of the relevant traffic rules when you are in large parking lots or in areas that connect to major roads.
Motorists are responsible for looking out for pedestrians, who generally have the right of way. They must never pass a car stopped at a crosswalk, drive inebriated, or disobey traffic rules. Failing to follow driving safety rules puts others at risk and is also negligent behavior.
Terre Haute pedestrians who follow safety precautions and are injured by negligent motorists should contact our dedicated attorneys, who can get them the compensation they deserve. Our lawyers skillfully negotiate insurance settlements after pedestrian accidents, but if an adjuster fails to offer an adequate one, we proceed with litigation. We have a history of winning substantial awards to pay for a person’s medical and rehabilitative care, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma.
Even if you take every safety precaution as a Terre Haute pedestrian and are still injured by a negligent motorist, the tenacious attorneys at Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin are ready to defend your rights and win compensation for your losses.
You do not need to go through the claims process on your own. Call now and learn how we can help you during an initial free consultation meeting.
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The financial burden that often comes with a serious injury can be too much for many people to bear. Unexpected medical debt, damaged personal property, and the sudden loss of income can impact the budgets of most families. The good news is that a successful injury claim could help reduce that financial strain after a serious accident. Get in touch with a Terre Haute personal injury lawyer with Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin to learn more.
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