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Were you or a loved one seriously injured in a pedestrian accident in Phoenix, AZ? Find out wether you’re entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more by calling (602) 595-5559 or contacting us online. An experienced Phoenix pedestrian accident lawyer at Curiel & Runion Personal Injury Lawyers can help you fight to recover the fair compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Our lawyers have over 55 years of experience handling complex personal injury law claims such as Phoenix motorcycle accidents, car accidents, bicycle accidents, truck accidents, Phoenix pedestrian accidents, and many others. In that time, we’ve recovered over $30 million in settlements and verdicts to help our clients get back on their feet again. We’re here to help in any way we can. Contact our law offices in Phoenix, Arizona to schedule a free consultation today.

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How Can Curiel & Runion Personal Injury Lawyers Help After a Pedestrian Accident in Phoenix, AZ?

You didn’t expect to get hurt walking down the street. If you suffered injuries, you deserve compensation from the person who was responsible. That can mean filing an insurance claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company, fighting with the insurance company, and, in the end, you may not get a settlement that fairly compensates you for your losses.

An experienced Phoenix personal injury lawyer can step in and make sure the insurance company is taking your case seriously.

At Curiel & Runion Personal Injury Lawyers, our legal team has a 98% success rate. We’ve helped countless clients like you maximize their insurance settlement awards–and we have the skills to fight for you in court if the insurance company won’t play fair.

Hire us, and we will:

Independently investigate to determine the cause of your accident
Determine how much your personal injury case is worth
Bring in experts who can strengthen your personal injury claim
Defend you if you’re blamed for the crash
Handle all settlement negotiations on your behalf

Your future is too important to trust an inexperienced attorney. Call a Phoenix personal injury attorney for the quality legal representation you deserve today.

How Common Are Pedestrian Accidents in Arizona?

Even walking down the street can be dangerous for pedestrians. Pedestrians who are hit by cars have absolutely no protection in a crash.

According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, 1,714 pedestrian accidents were reported statewide in 2021. 257 pedestrians were killed in the state of Arizona in 2021. Another 1,535 pedestrians were injured in motor vehicle accidents that year.

The most dangerous time of day for pedestrian accidents was between the hours of 7 pm and 8 pm. The vast majority of all pedestrian injuries and fatalities occurred in urban areas like Phoenix.

What is My Phoenix Pedestrian Injury Case Worth?

Your compensation award should cover all of the costs you’ve incurred to date. However, it must also provide enough money for you to pay for future medical care and other costs. Those future costs can be difficult to prove. It can also be tough to put a dollar value on non-financial losses, such as pain and suffering.

Our lawyers in Phoenix will carefully evaluate the details of your case when assessing your case value, considering factors such as:

The cost of your current medical treatment
The severity of your injuries and your prognosis for recovery
The income you have lost due to the injury
How the injury may impact your future earnings
How the injury has impacted your emotional well-being
How your quality of life has changed
The circumstances of the accident, including whether liability can be clearly proven and whether you share any blame for the crash

The insurance company wants to get your case off its plate as quickly as possible after an accident. It’s important to remember that a fast settlement offer is often a lowball settlement offer. The insurance adjuster may pressure you to accept the deal before you can fully understand the extent of your losses.

Before you take any insurance settlement offer, contact our attorneys in Phoenix for a free case review. With our lawyers by your side, you’ll greatly improve your chances for a full financial recovery.

What Types of Damages Are Available To Victims of Pedestrian Accidents in Phoenix?

If successful, pedestrian accident victims should recover compensation for economic damages and non-economic damages under Arizona personal injury laws.

Economic damages are losses that have a clear financial value, such as:

Past and future medical expenses
Lost wages
Reduced earning potential
Physical therapy
Rehabilitation
Property damage

Non-economic damages are losses that have no clear dollar value. That doesn’t make these losses any less important.

Examples of non-economic damages include:

Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Disfigurement
Scarring
PTSD and fear
Diminished quality of life
Anxiety
Depression
Loss of consortium and damage to personal relationships

In the end, your settlement or verdict should make you “whole” again, at least from a financial perspective. Of course, the law can only attempt to compensate for those non-financial losses that can haunt you for years to come.

In any case, you can count on our Phoenix pedestrian accident attorneys to fight for every available dollar. Just call our law firm for more information about how we can help with your pedestrian accident case.

Can I Recover Damages If I’m Being Blamed for a Pedestrian Accident in Arizona?

Arizona is a pure comparative negligence state. That means victims can recover compensation even if they were 99% responsible for their own injuries.

That doesn’t mean you should ignore allegations that you caused the accident. If you’re assigned a percentage of fault, your compensation will be reduced by that percentage. So you could end up walking away with far less compensation than you really need.

Our lawyers are here to help if the insurance company is unfairly trying to pin the blame on you.

Our Lawyers Will Fight To Recover Compensation for All of Your Injuries After a Pedestrian Accident in Phoenix

Pedestrians suffer the most severe types of injuries imaginable in car accidents. They simply don’t have the metal frame of a vehicle to protect them.

In many cases, the impact is twofold. First, the car hits the pedestrian. Then, the pedestrian is thrown onto the pavement.

At Curiel & Runion Personal Injury Lawyers, our lawyers often represent clients who have sustained:

Crushing injuries
Broken bones
Broken hips, knees, and shoulders
Pelvic injuries
Facial injuries
Soft tissue damage
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Head and neck injuries
Concussions
Back injuries
Internal injuries
Burns and road rash
Amputations
Paralysis
Catastrophic injuries

Pedestrian accidents are often fatal. If you lost a loved one in a fatal crash, our lawyers can help you file a wrongful death claim to hold the responsible parties accountable.

What Are the Most Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Phoenix, Arizona?

Accidents involving pedestrians can occur for any number of reasons. Most of these cases involve negligent drivers.

In Phoenix, the most common causes of pedestrian accidents include:

Distracted driving, including texting while driving
Failure to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in intersections and crosswalks
Speeding
Veering onto the sidewalk or driving too close to the shoulder
Lack of sidewalks
Poorly marked crosswalks
Malfunctioning traffic signals
Aggressive driving
Dangerous turns
Drunk driving
Running a red light or stop sign
Driving under the influence of drugs
Defective vehicles or vehicle components
Hazardous road conditions

Injured pedestrians often aren’t sure what caused the crash. It might seem like the car came out of nowhere–and police reports don’t always get it right. Our lawyers can conduct our own investigation to find out what happened. To get started, call our law firm in Phoenix for a free consultation today.

How Do I Prove I Deserve Compensation After a Pedestrian Accident in Arizona?

Identifying the specific cause of your accident is an important first step. It’s also helpful to understand the specific legal issues that you will have to prove to recover compensation.

The vast majority of pedestrian accident claims are based on negligence. Someone is negligent when they fail to exercise the level of caution that a reasonable person would under the circumstances.

More specifically, the elements of negligence are:

The at-fault driver owed you a legal duty of care
They breached the duty of care
The breach directly caused the accident
You sustained damages

Every case is unique. However, insurance companies tend to favor certain types of evidence. Our lawyers will search for video footage, eyewitnesses, and more to help prove your case. Just give us a call to get started today.

How Long Do I Have To File a Lawsuit After a Pedestrian Accident in Arizona?

Under Arizona law, the statute of limitations gives you two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. The two-year clock starts running on the date of your accident. After two years, you can no longer pursue compensation for your injuries.

Contact a Phoenix Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation

Did you suffer serious injuries in a pedestrian accident? An experienced Phoenix pedestrian accident lawyer can help you hold the responsible parties accountable. Contact Curiel & Runion Personal Injury Lawyers to schedule a free consultation to learn more about how a lawyer can help.

Phoenix Pedestrian Accident Review

First I want to give a big thank you to Whitney for everything! The way my whole case was handled was amazing she was the best throughout the whole process. She explained everything to me in details, answered all of my questions, and really made me feel comfortable with every decision that was made, she made sure I understood everything every step of the way and always kept me informed about things going on. Whitney always kept her word and never made any promises or told me things would go a certain way unless it was for sure, she always kept her word. If I ever need anything I will definitely look for her again and I will most definitely be recommending her to anyone that needs it. Thank you so much Whitney for everything.
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Curiel & Runion Personal Injury Lawyers
1221 E Osborn Rd., Suite 201
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 595-5559

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