Pedestrian Accidents
Accidents happen, but if your accident was the result of negligence you may be entitled to a large cash settlement. Negligence can happen in a number of ways and is defined as “conduct by an individual, business or government entity that is unreasonable under the circumstances and that causes harm.” Negligence can be seen every day with pedestrian accidents from automobile striking people to dangerous premises causing injuries. The lawyers at Morris Bart represent people who are hurt as a result of the negligence of a person or business.
Morris Bart, LLC is one of the largest Plaintiff personal injury law firms in the country. We have a proven track record of getting results for our clients for car accident, motorcycle accident, truck accident, offshore accident and personal injury cases, large or small. The attorneys at Morris Bart can offer valuable and necessary legal advice, assist you with your claim and protect your rights.
Here are a few tips on what you can do immediately following an accident:
- Never leave the scene of an accident
Even a minor incident could be the cause of damage or injury so be sure to stay at the scene of the accident and follow the steps provided below.
- Call the police
Always call the police. A police officer will be able to gather all the necessary information from parties involved to properly document the facts of the accident. By involving the police, you are creating an official record of what has transpired and determine fault. *
- Gather information
While the police will gather information from all parties involved, be sure to gather information for your own records as well. Be sure to include the following:
- Names and contact information for all parties involved in the accident (e.g. telephone numbers, address, email address)
- Drivers license and license plate numbers for all parties involved
- Names and contact information from any witnesses to the accident
- See a doctor
If you are hurting, we recommend consulting with a licensed medical practitioner to properly document any injuries sustained as a result of your wreck. Relatively minor accidents can result in severe injuries, requiring hospitalization, doctors’ visits, physical therapy and even surgery leaving you with significant medical costs. It is important for you to consult a personal injury attorney like Morris Bart to ensure that you are protecting your rights with regards to these medical expenses.
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