West Palm Beach Pedestrian Accident Attorney

There are few places that are better suited to getting out on foot than West Palm Beach. Unfortunately, however, pedestrian accidents are not uncommon, and – because pedestrians have nothing to protect them from the impact of accidents – they tend to be exceptionally dangerous. If a motorist leaves you or someone you care about injured in a pedestrian accident, one of the most important first steps you can take is to consult with an experienced West Palm Beach slip and fall attorney.

Pedestrian Laws in Florida

Florida has strict laws in place that are designed to help protect pedestrians – who are far more vulnerable to serious injuries in traffic crashes than the drivers of the involved vehicles are. As such, pedestrians generally have the right-of-way. When motorists approach pedestrians who are crossing the road legally, they are required by law to either stop or yield until the pedestrian makes their way safely across the street.

Pedestrians typically have the legal right to cross the street except under the following specific circumstances:

• They suddenly leave a curb or another place of safety to walk or run into the path of a vehicle when there is not enough distance for the driver to safely yield.
• They cross an intersection diagonally – except when authorized to do so by a traffic control device.
• They cross the street against a red light that is directing them.

Pedestrian accidents are very often caused by negligence on the part of the motorists involved.

Driver Negligence

Driver negligence in all the following forms puts pedestrians at very serious risk:

• Impairment – Drunk drivers tend to be impulsive, miss important details, and drive dangerously to begin with, which greatly increases the chances that pedestrian accidents will happen.
• Exhaustion – Drowsy drivers experience impairments that are similar to those faced by drunk drivers, which makes them similarly dangerous to pedestrians.
• Excess Speed – When motorists drive too fast in relation to the posted speed limit or to the road’s condition, they are more likely to cause pedestrian accidents, and the accidents are more likely to be deadly.
• Distraction – When motorists do not pay adequate attention to the road ahead, pedestrians can pay the ultimate cost.

Persuasive pedestrian accident attorneys are well-prepared to prove the negligence of at-fault drivers – in pursuit of the compensation to which claimants are entitled and that they need to recover as fully as possible.

Make the Call to an Experienced West Palm Beach Pedestrian Accident Attorney Today

In 2023, Florida legislators drastically reduced the time victims have to file personal injury lawsuits, and you only have two years from the date of your injury to take formal legal action. Starting today with a free consultation is the best move.

Maaz Quraishi is a seasoned West Palm Beach pedestrian accident attorney at Right To Justice whose impressive experience and record of success leave him well-positioned to skillfully fight for your claim’s best possible resolution. Your claim is important to your future, and we are on your side – so please don’t delay contacting us online or calling 561-242-4800 to schedule a free consultation and learn more about what we can do to help you today.