Here is more information on how a Broussard pedestrian accident lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers may help you seek justice in the Lafayette metropolitan area.
Determining Liability for a Broussard Pedestrian Accident
A pedestrian accident can happen due to various issues, often resulting from negligence. Your Broussard lawyer will use several methods to determine how the incident occurred. For example, they may get video surveillance footage of the accident and analyze it.
The lawyer will also request a copy of the accident report filed by the police officers called to the scene. Another way your Broussard attorney can determine fault for a pedestrian accident is by working with a reconstructionist. Such a professional will analyze evidence to identify how each party acted before and after the crash.
Other methods your Broussard attorney may use to determine liability are:
- Interviewing witnesses
- Studying images of the sustained physical harm
- Analyzing pictures of vehicle damages
The motorist that hit you may admit liability when interviewed by the police. Your attorney will use such statements to prove fault and support your case.
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ClientThe Damages You Can Claim After a Broussard Pedestrian Accident
You may seek various damages when filing a Broussard pedestrian accident claim. In most instances, the settlement you qualify for will depend on the severity of harm. It may also vary based on whether you were partly accountable for the collision. Your attorney will help you seek lost income if you cannot work due to injuries. Further, they will include all the expenses you incurred on medical care in your case.
Another damage your attorney may seek from the liable party is property damage. Such will relate to the cost of replacing or repairing belongings destroyed in the crash. More damages you may claim after a Broussard pedestrian accident are:
- Physical pain
- Loss of life enjoyment
- Insomnia
- Transport costs
- Lost career opportunities
You could file a wrongful death claim if you lost a loved one after a Broussard pedestrian accident. Your Broussard pedestrian accident lawyer will help you determine the damages to seek from the at-fault party. They can also assess the value based on the associated economic losses and severity. Some wrongful death damages you can seek after a fatal pedestrian accident are:
- Lost future income
- Burial and funeral costs
- Lost companionship
- Grief
- Mental health injuries
- Lost inheritance
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Rick Smith | ClientThe Evidence You Can Present When Filing a Broussard Pedestrian Accident Claim
Your attorney will determine the evidence to present based on your case’s specifics.
One item your lawyer may use to support your case is a medical report. This file will show all the injuries you suffered in the crash, and the received treatment. It also may mention your future healthcare needs if you have a catastrophic injury.
More evidence that may be relevant in a pedestrian accident case is:
- Video surveillance footage
- Witness testimonies
- Receipts of medical costs
- Autopsy reports if the crash led to wrongful death
Vehicle maintenance records might be vital proof if an accident was due to mechanical failure. Your attorney may use such evidence to prove that a trucking company was liable. They can present it when filing a claim against a mechanic for damages resulting from a defective vehicle.
The claim process may involve filling out a lot of paperwork. Your attorney will guide you through each step and ensure you use the correct forms. They can also file the documents on your behalf, allowing you to focus on your recovery.
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ClientWays Your Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Will Help
Your Broussard lawyer will help you establish claim elements before presenting your case. They will also use effective methods to assess the value of non-economic damages like pain and suffering. Another way your lawyer will assist is by presenting your case within the statutes of limitations in Louisiana. These are time limits restricting the duration you have to file a lawsuit.
The claim process may involve meetings with insurance adjusters and other attorneys. Your lawyer will represent you during such sessions and update you on the progress. Further, they can meet you at home or at the hospital instead of requiring you to visit their office for a case consultation. More ways your attorney will help are:
- Developing a comprehensive claim file
- Negotiating with insurance companies
- Preparing the documents needed for your case
- Advising you on legal matters
- Ensuring you understand personal injury laws
We will also take your case on contingency fees. This aspect means we will not require any upfront amount to handle the claim. Instead, we will deduct a given percentage if we successfully recover a settlement.
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ClientComparative Negligence in a Broussard Pedestrian Accident
Comparative negligence is a policy dictating that each party should take fault for their contribution to an incident. This law will apply if you are partially liable for your pedestrian accident.
Insurers may reduce a settlement based on comparative negligence. Your Broussard lawyer will determine if you were partially liable for a crash. Some aspects they may look for are:
- Failure to obey traffic light signals
- Texting when crossing the road
- Walking on roads that pedestrians should not use
- Crossing a street when drunk
- Jaywalking
Your Broussard attorney can help you prove that another party also contributed to the accident. This step may prevent losing the total compensation amount. It also allows you to hold the other party liable for their contribution to the accident.
Consult Our Firm for a Pedestrian Accident Case Review
A lawyer from our firm will offer all the legal assistance you need when seeking compensation. Further, they will explain the laws applicable to your case.
At Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers, we can help you fight for justice.
Your lawyer will identify all parties that contributed to your pedestrian accident and file an insurance claim or lawsuit if necessary. Further, they will use satisfactory evidence to defend your case. Reach out to Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers now for a free consultation.
