Judgment, Wrongful Death McHenry County
Settlement, Aviation Crash, Wrongful Death, Lee County
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Judgment, Motorcycle Accident, McHenry County
Judgment, Wrongful Death McHenry County
Settlement, Aviation Crash, Wrongful Death, Lee County
Settlement, Construction Injury, Ogle County
Settlement, Aviation Crash, Wrongful Death, Carroll County
Judgment, Motorcycle Accident, McHenry County
Judgment, Wrongful Death McHenry County
Settlement, Aviation Crash, Wrongful Death, Lee County
Settlement, Construction Injury, Ogle County
Settlement, Aviation Crash, Wrongful Death, Carroll County
Judgment, Motorcycle Accident, McHenry County
When drivers get behind the wheel of a vehicle, they have a lot of responsibility. They have to follow traffic laws and look out for hazards, such as pedestrians.
No rational person operates their car with the intent of hurting a pedestrian. Most people attempt to drive carefully and keep the safety of others in mind. However, not all accidents can be prevented, and pedestrians who are hit by cars are often severely injured or even killed.
Being injured in a pedestrian accident can result in significant financial losses, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you or your family has been affected by such an accident, it is important to contact an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer from Clark Frost Zucchi right away.
Illinois has right-of-way laws to determine who goes first in situations such as intersections and crosswalks. Drivers have many responsibilities when it comes to pedestrians. They must come to a full stop and yield:
Drivers must yield to pedestrians when:
Pedestrians have legal obligations as well. They must:
Pedestrians involved in an accident often suffer serious or life-threatening injuries. Unlike a driver or passenger in another vehicle, pedestrians have no protection from the moving vehicle that strikes them. The medical costs associated with these injuries can be quite high, and victims may need significant time off of work to recover.
Unfortunately, the insurance companies who represent drivers are often highly motivated to pay injured people as little as possible. They may attempt to offer you a lowball settlement or deny your claim. Working with an experienced injury attorney can be vital to obtaining the compensation you need to begin putting your life back together.
Pedestrians have the right to use roads, just like motorists. However, all parties involved need to exercise extreme caution. Pedestrians are often hard to see and can be seriously injured in a crash.
The team at Clark Frost Zucchi can assist you with your car accident case. Weโll help you get full and fair compensation for all your damages. We serve clients throughout Northern Illinois. Schedule a free consultation with our office by filling out our online form or calling our office.
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