Fargo Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

The actions you take immediately after being in a pedestrian accident are important. Oftentimes, the best evidence to use for a claim can be found in those brief moments.

Let us know if you did any of the following after your pedestrian accident:

• Called the police: The police officers who responded to the scene of your accident should create a report that details what they saw. In that report, there could be crucial information that outlines how the driver was liable for the crash. We can connect with the local police department to get a copy of the report.
• Took pictures: If you used your smartphone to photograph the scene of the accident, then you might have been the party who got the best evidence of liability. Allow us to review your photos, so we can see how to use them in your claim.
• Get contact information: The driver’s license and insurance information you collect from the driver who hit you is crucial. Without it, you can’t bring a claim against them. This information also can show our Fargo pedestrian accident attorneys if that driver has a history of reckless driving. Also, don’t forget to get contact information from eyewitnesses who saw you get hit.
• See a doctor: Hopefully, you have already seen a doctor for at least a checkup after your pedestrian accident. If you haven’t, then we recommend you head to urgent care next. The doctor’s medical examination will solidify the existence of your injuries, making it more difficult for the driver’s insurer to try to say you are fabricating your story.

Should you report a near miss to the police, too? If you can get good details about the driver who nearly hit you, then you can probably file a complaint with the police, so they know to look out for a reckless driver. However, it could be difficult to get any such information because most drivers will immediately flee the scene after a near miss.

The money that you are owed after a pedestrian accident could be significant. It will depend on the severity of your injuries. The worse you have been injured, then the more money you are probably owed.

Compensation that we can demand in your pedestrian accident claim could include:

• Past and future medical treatment costs
• Past and future lost income and wages
• Pain, suffering, and lessened enjoyment of life
• Permanent disability and shortened life expectancy

There are some instances where the driver may not be the one primarily at-fault for the accident. For example, if a pedestrian was jaywalking and the driver did not have time to react because the pedestrian stepped out in front of them at the last minute. If you believe that you may have been partially at-fault for your injuries, that doesn't necessarily mean you cannot receive compensation for them. In North Dakota, as long as you are less than 50% responsible for the accident, you can still receive some compensation for your injuries. Contact our attorneys today for more information.

Our pedestrian accident lawyers in Fargo make it easy to start a case. All you need to do is dial (701) 402-6644 and request a FREE consultation. During this conversation, we can help determine if your case is legally sound and should be pursued and, if it is, what we can do next to make certain you are starting off in the right direction. We look forward to hearing from you.