Differences Between a Pedestrian And Car Accident Case

Answer:

Here in Florida, we have a disproportionate amount of injuries to pedestrians who are struck by vehicles from the rest of the nation. This is in part due to our fantastic weather, many sidewalks and trails, and our dense population and high number of drivers. Central Florida, in particular, is home to many tourists and many elderly drivers who tend to be involved in these types of incidents. A lot of times, we are asked how a pedestrian injury case is different than an automobile injury case. If you’re struck by a vehicle, the process would be the same as if you were in a vehicle struck by another vehicle. We would immediately make a claim against the other driver’s insurance company and we would also explore any other insurance that might be applicable. The number one thing you should do is get treatment right away, just like if it were an automobile accident. The process would very much be the same. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents tend to be far more devastating than automobile accidents.