Newport Beach is home to many intersections and roadways that are dangerous for pedestrians, from Balboa to Newport Boulevard to Campus Drive and Irvine. Unfortunately, accidents happen far too often in these high-risk areas and elsewhere throughout the region.
No matter where you were hurt as a pedestrian, you have legal rights if a driver was to blame for your accident. Meissner Law Firm can help you understand and enforce those rights. Our experienced Newport Beach personal injury legal team at Meissner Law Firm has been representing pedestrians after accidents for decades, and we help both those who have been hurt and those who have lost loved ones in fatal collisions.
To find out more about how a compassionate and experienced Newport Beach pedestrian accident lawyer at our firm can help you in your pursuit of justice, give us a call at (310) 833-2335 or contact us online today.
Common Causes Of Pedestrian Accidents In Newport Beach
Pedestrian accidents can happen because of careless drivers, careless walkers, or both. Some of the most common causes of these crashes include:
- Drivers who don’t pay attention to pedestrians
- Drunk or impaired drivers
- Speeding drivers who can’t stop in time to avoid hitting a pedestrian
- Drivers who make unsafe turns or lane changes
- Drivers who fail to obey traffic signals
- Drowsy drivers who fall asleep behind the wheel
- Distracted pedestrians
- Pedestrians who step out into traffic or cross outside of designated areas
When a driver is to blame for your pedestrian crash, California fault laws allow you to pursue legal action against the motorist. If the driver was on the job at the time, their employer could also be held liable under vicarious liability laws.
Proving Another Driver Was To Blame After A Pedestrian Accident
When you make a pedestrian accident claim, it is up to you to prove that the other driver was to blame. You can prove the cause of your crash by:
- Obtaining testimony from witnesses who saw the crash
- Getting a copy of the police reports if an investigation was conducted
- Obtaining security camera footage from the scene
- Taking the statement of the other driver
- Photographs from the scene of the accident that show debris or provide other details about how the crash happened
- Testimony from an accident reconstruction specialist
Meissner Law Firm has extensive experience helping pedestrians prove that careless drivers were the cause of their accident. We have represented many pedestrians over 40 years, recovering millions of dollars in damages after drivers caused serious or even fatal injuries.
Our firm is ready to stand up to the insurance company to make a compelling claim on your behalf so you can maximize your chances of settling your case. We are also experienced litigators who are ready to go to court if needed to get you the money that you deserve, since insurers often want to pay as little as possible.
Contact A Newport Beach Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today
When a pedestrian accident has harmed you or caused you to lose a loved one, you need the help and support of a caring legal professional.
Our Newport Beach pedestrian accident lawyers are there for you throughout your case, and you’ll be working personally with your attorney on your claim instead of with a case manager. We also won’t charge legal fees unless we win.
To find out more about how we can fight for you after a pedestrian crash, call or contact us online today.