Seattle Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Pedestrian accidents can happen anywhere — crosswalks, parking lots, sidewalks, and neighborhood streets. When these accidents occur, they often have a devastating effect on the victim’s life and well-being that can last a lifetime.

If a driver’s negligent actions caused severe personal injuries or a loved one’s death in a pedestrian accident in Seattle or the surrounding areas, you could be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. Though no amount of money can make up for your pain and suffering or the tragic death of a loved one, you need an experienced lawyer on your side to make sure that the responsible parties are held accountable for their actions.

The Caffee Accident & Injury Lawyers has represented pedestrian accident victims and has seen firsthand the physical and emotional pain that people are forced to endure as a result of a driver’s careless actions. We can help you navigate the claims process and represent your interests when negotiating with the at-fault driver’s insurance company so that you can focus on healing.

If you’ve suffered severe injuries or your loved one killed in a pedestrian accident in the Greater Seattle area, the Caffee Accident & Injury Lawyers will fight to help you recover every last dollar you are entitled. Call (206) 312-0954 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation and evaluation of your case.

Do I Need A Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?

Most pedestrians who are injured in accidents assume they will be viewed as clear victims, but insurance companies for the negligent parties usually do not take this approach. Since the negligence of a pedestrian can be used to reduce their damages, most insurers will quickly seek any way possible to blame the pedestrian for their injuries.

This goal is not always evident in the way that the insurance company handles the case, though. You will usually be contacted by an agent who expresses concern and seems willing to help you.

At some point, a representative, such as a claims adjuster, will ask you to provide a recorded statement, and you should refuse this invitation. If you are offered a lump-sum settlement to resolve your case, do not think that your refusal to accept the proposal means that you will not be able to recover even more as you were likely presented a lowball offer

You will want an attorney to deal with insurance companies on your behalf and negotiate a just settlement to your case. A lawyer will know the real value of your claim and then work to make sure the insurer compensates you appropriately.

Why Choose the Caffee Accident & Injury Lawyers to Handle My Case?

The Caffee Accident & Injury Lawyers will be committed to helping you recover maximum compensation for your injuries. Our firm will conduct an independent investigation of your crash to determine the cause of your accident, collect key evidence, and identify all liable parties.

The National Trial Lawyers has named Jeffrey R. Caffee one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers every year since 2013. A member of the Washington State Bar Association, the King County Bar Association, and the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association, he was honored by The International Academy of Trial Lawyers in 2009 with an Award for Advocacy for distinguished achievement in the art and science of advocacy.

We represent clients on a contingency fee basis. This means you will not have to worry about paying us anything unless you receive a financial award.

Our firm will work tirelessly to achieve a settlement that provides for all of your past, present, and future needs. When such an agreement cannot be reached, then we will file a lawsuit to try your case in court.

Types of Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle

Most pedestrian crashes involve motor vehicles and are caused by some kind of driver negligence. The specific types of negligence can vary depending on the situation, but common causes of pedestrian accidents often include without being limited to:

Other hazards on local streets, such as falling objects or holes in walkways, can also cause pedestrian injuries. In some cases, property owners can be liable when their negligence causes a pedestrian’s injuries.

Generally, pedestrians don’t have any protection in an accident. As a result, they can suffer some truly devastating injuries, such as:

Lacerations
Internal organ injuries
Muscle strains
Neck injuries
Sprains
Traumatic brain injuries
Fractures
Paralysis
Spinal cord injuries

Some pedestrian accident victims suffer fatal injuries. In such cases, family members of the deceased can file a wrongful death claim to recover damages from the negligent party.

Seattle Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The 2015 Annual Collision Data Summary reported that 2,146 pedestrians were involved in statewide collisions in 2015. These accidents resulted in 86 fatalities, 282 serious injuries, and 1,729 minor injuries.

While 38.8 percent of drivers and 30.7 percent of occupants were killed or injured in collisions in 2015, 95.9 percent of pedestrians involved in collisions died or were seriously injured.

Among all pedestrian accidents, the five most common nonmotorist contributing circumstances were:

Inattention or driver distractions (285 cases)
Failure to yield the right-of-way to a motor vehicle (202 cases)
Being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (101 cases)
Failure to use the crosswalk (100 cases)
Disregarding the traffic signal (23 cases)

Data shows that a pedestrian or bicyclist was involved in a crash every 2 ½ hours in Washington in 2015. A pedestrian or bicyclist was killed in a crash every four days.

Contact a Seattle Pedestrian Accident Attorney Today

If you sustained serious injuries or your loved one was killed in a pedestrian accident in Seattle or a surrounding area of Washington, you must act quickly to protect your legal rights. Make sure that you are working with an experienced personal injury lawyer.

Caffee Accident & Injury Lawyers fights to help people injured in pedestrian accidents all over the Greater Seattle area recover the compensation they need and deserve. You can discuss all of your legal options with an experienced attorney when you call (206) 312-0954 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.