Walking can become a dangerous feat when vehicles are involved. In fact, pedestrian fatalities account for a large percentage of all auto accident fatalities in Citrus Heights. Most of these pedestrian accidents are hit-and-runs. A hit-and-run accident usually is caused by a car hitting a pedestrian due to carelessness or inattention before driving off without reporting the accident, accepting responsibility, or helping the injured victim. Hit and runs are especially dangerous because they increase the time between the accident and render emergency medical attention to injury victims.

If you were injured in a pedestrian accident or hit and run in Citrus Heights, you need to seek the assistance of a personal injury lawyer immediately. We recognize that you want to know as much as possible about an attorney before selecting your lawyer. We invite you to read further, look at other sections of our website, such as our verdicts and settlements page, and contact us for free and no-hassle advice about your pedestrian accident case. Call us at 916.921.6400 for a free consultation.

Pedestrian accidents can be caused by cars, SUVs, big rigs, motorcycles, and even bicycles. While occasionally, Citrus Heights pedestrian accidents are caused by pedestrian negligence, the vast majority of collisions are caused by careless driving, which includes:

• Failing to stop at a crosswalk
• Failing to obey speed limits
• Failing to exercise care in child play areas
• Disobeying crossing guards
• Running red lights or stop signs
• Not using headlights in the dark
• Failing to look both ways
• Failing to yield to pedestrians

Careless or distracted driving is known as negligence in the legal field. A driver is negligent when they fail to exercise reasonable care to avoid entering a pedestrian. Drivers owe a duty of care to pedestrians walking on nearby sidewalks or crossing the street. When a driver is careless or violates driving laws, pedestrians’ lives are at risk.

Watch the following video for tips on pedestrian safety.

Our law firm has pursued compensation for countless Citrus Heights victims injured by car accidents. Our team of dedicated personal injury lawyers, paralegals, investigators, experts, and support staff work as one cohesive unit to thoroughly evaluate, investigate, and litigate your case. Since 1982, we have become a family, and we welcome every client into this family. We provide our clients with individual attention. While compassionate and understanding with our clients, we zealously and diligently advocate for your right to compensation in the courtroom.

We have served Citrus Heights residents and worked closely with local clients who have suffered an injury in devastating pedestrian accidents since 1982. Clients and even their families have suffered greatly. Common injuries include physical, financial, and emotional trauma.

We often see the following injuries after pedestrian accidents:

• Death
• Paralysis
• Spinal cord injuries
• Nerve injuries
• Chest and abdomen injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Loss of functioning
• Amputations
• Lacerations, road rash, and abrasions
• Broken bones

Pedestrian accidents cause physical, financial, and emotional harm to victims. These physical injuries can cause years of pain and disability. Many clients have undergone intense physical therapy, surgery, and medical procedures to overcome their injuries. Pedestrian accidents also cause severe financial hardships when victims cannot return to work to provide for their families. These accidents are also extremely traumatic and cause stress and anxiety for the victim in the form of emotional distress and pain, and suffering.

A pedestrian accident lawsuit can assist you with seeking compensation for your monetary and non-monetary damages.