When you walk on the roads of San Pedro, you should expect that drivers will do their part to keep you safe. This means following the rules of the road and behaving at least as carefully as the average reasonable driver would.
Sadly, not all drivers can live up to these standards. When a driver breaks the rules or is negligent, that driver can become responsible for the harm that you have endured as a result. It is up to you to identify defendants and prove your claim, though, if you want to recover full and fair compensation after a pedestrian accident.
The good news is, you can find a caring, compassionate legal advocate who will review your case, help you fight for justice, and charge legal fees only if you win your case. You’ll find a San Pedro personal injury legal advocate at Meissner Law.
Our firm provides personalized representation, and we pride ourselves on being there for our clients personally, so you’ll always talk to a lawyer instead of a case manager when you need help. We’re not afraid to work long hours to fight for our clients, and the $200+ million in compensation we’ve collected for crash victims over 40 years shows that our approach works.
We’re ready to put our legal knowledge and skills to work on your case, so give us a call at (310) 833-2335 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation with a San Pedro pedestrian accident lawyer today.
California Laws On Pedestrian Accidents
Both drivers and pedestrians are expected to behave safely on the road, which means obeying traffic signals, paying attention to the road, and not taking unreasonable risks.
Unfortunately, drivers and pedestrians both sometimes fall short of fulfilling these obligations. When that happens, and a pedestrian crash occurs, the driver who was at fault for the incident should be liable for covering losses.
California also has pure comparative negligence rules, which allow victims to pursue a claim for damages if the driver was even a small percentage to blame. For example, if a pedestrian was 80% at fault for an accident that caused the pedestrian $100,000 in damages, the pedestrian should still get compensation for the other 20% of fault attributed to the driver.
California victims who wish to recover full or partial auto accident compensation will need help from an experienced attorney who can prove who bears the blame for the crash.
What To Look For In A San Pedro Accident Attorney
Finding the right San Pedro attorney is critical to being fully compensated when you have been hurt in a pedestrian crash.
The Meissner Law Firm knows the ins and outs of these types of accidents. You should turn to our team because:
- You’ll get one-on-one support tailored to you. Your attorney will be the one answering your questions and moving your claim forward, not just a case manager.
- You’ll be represented by an attorney with a long and successful track record. We’ve recovered millions in damages for crash victims
- You’ll be represented by skilled negotiators and experienced litigators. While many personal injury law firms primarily settle pedestrian accident claims, we can negotiate settlements with insurers but also go to court if needed to fight for you.
Learn How Meissner Law Can Help You
Meissner Law is committed to helping pedestrians in the pursuit of justice. To learn how we can fight on your behalf to get you the funds you deserve, give us a call or contact us online today.