You will be horrified to learn that you were involved in a pedestrian accident. It is important that you take steps to preserve any evidence that may have been lost in an accident involving a vehicle.
1) CALL EMERGENCY SERVICES
Call 911 immediately if you see someone injured and ask for an ambulance. It is important to call the police from a legal perspective in order to make sure that all statements are taken and that evidence has been collected properly.
2) READ THE DRIVER’S DETAILS
The driver’s details should be taken by someone on the scene, including name, address, phone number and license plate. As many witnesses as possible can be contacted to help you file a claim.
3) TAKE PICTURES
Documenting vital evidence will be easier if you take photos of the accident scene and the damage as soon as possible. The jury can also benefit from images of the injured to make a better decision.
It is crucial to seek legal guidance if you are involved in a pedestrian accident involving a vehicle. This will allow your claim to be fully evaluated and take into consideration your particular situation.
I WAS HIT BY A CAR—NOW WHAT?
You may be eligible for damages from the insurance company of the at-fault driver if you or a loved one were struck by a motor vehicle and injures them.
The injured pedestrian must prove the following to be eligible for compensation after a pedestrian collision:
- The at-fault driver (or motorcyclist or bicyclist) owed a duty to the victim. The victim owed the at-fault driver (or motorcyclist, bicyclist, etc.) a duty.
- This duty was violated because the at-fault driver was negligent.
- The victim was hurt because this duty was not fulfilled.
To be valid California personal injuries claim, each of these elements must have to be supported by evidence. The victim will not be entitled for any damages if one of these elements is not proven.
Summarized from an article by Kuvara Law Firm.
