It’s nice to get out and about by walking to different places. After all, you don’t have to spend money on gas and you get to enjoy nature while exercising. While most people take it for granted that they will be able to walk from point A to point B safely, it’s possible (though not very likely) to get hit by a motor vehicle as a pedestrian.
It’s always best to call 911 if you’re able to. Then, you can be assured that trained medical personnel will come to your site immediately to help you heal from your injuries.
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
The most typical types of pedestrian accident injuries are:
- Traumatic brain injuries, concussions, and head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Fractures and broken bones
- Body lacerations – to the arms, legs, and other body parts – ones that need suturing and bandages.
- Bruising, aches, pains, and severe muscle strain
You should also always document your injuries and their developments/progress the day you are hit by a motor vehicle. Also, be sure to inform your medical team of any injuries or issues/pain you may be experiencing at the moment. It’s always a good idea to document any medical issues that develop with time. Of course, always inform your medical team of these immediately.
Gather Evidence Since You’ll Have a Better Chance of Proving Your Claim
Make sure that the officer who comes to the accident scene documents every detail of the accident and interviews any witnesses. The officer should also call EMT to attend to your injuries, even if you have been mildly injured.
Keep in mind that EMTs will also document any of the information or injuries that they either observe or that you give to them. Make sure to write the following questions down:
- What were you doing immediately before the car accident occurred?
- What were the weather conditions like?
- What was the time of day?
- Where did the accident take place? Make sure to note the cross streets.
Use Your Smartphone to Take Pictures of the Accident Scene
Using your smartphone to take pictures of the accident scene is the best way to provide documentation for an accident. You can always ask someone else to take the pictures for you if you’re unable to do so. Just remember that you need to have some pictures of the accident scene to make your case – either in or out of court – stronger.
You’re in a bind when you are a pedestrian who was hit by a motor vehicle. Not only are you under a lot of stress, but you are also in a lot of pain, you probably have extensive injuries, and you may be struggling financially because of your accident. All of these are reasons why it’s necessary to hire a good personal injury lawyer in Monterey Park.
We strongly urge you to focus on recovery and leave the legal issues and aspects of your case to us. We have qualified experts who will thoroughly and accurately analyze the facts and data in your case to assign a dollar value to it.