Pedestrian Accidents
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Pedestrian injury claims when a driver hits you in a crosswalk, parking lot, or roadway, and what to do when the at-fault driver's policy can't cover your injuries.
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Peoria Pedestrian Accident Lawyer →Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Accidents in Illinois: What to Do When the Driver Flees
If you are hit by a car in a hit-and-run, call 911 immediately, get medical attention, and report the accident to police…
Pedestrian Injuries Caused by Distracted Drivers in Illinois
Pedestrians injured by distracted drivers can recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and permanent injuries. Proving distraction through…
Pedestrian Accidents in Parking Lots: Who Is Liable in Illinois?
In parking lot pedestrian accidents, liability depends on right-of-way rules, drivers backing out, entering, or exiting spaces may be liable if they…
Child Pedestrian Accidents in Illinois: Holding Drivers Accountable
Parents can hold a driver liable for hitting a child pedestrian even if the child was partially at fault (jaywalking, etc.), as…
Crosswalk Accidents in Illinois: Proving Driver Fault When a Pedestrian Is Hit
Pedestrians in crosswalks have the right-of-way, and drivers who hit them are typically liable; proving the pedestrian was lawfully in the crosswalk…
Pedestrian Accident Claims in Illinois: What to Do After Being Hit by a Car
Call 911 immediately and get medical attention; document the scene and the driver’s information; report to police and your insurance; and seek…