pedestrian accident attorney

The roads in El Paso are unfortunately not very pedestrian-friendly. Tragically, this part of Texas sees many pedestrian deaths every year, and most of these are preventable. The majority of these accidents occur because drivers simply donā€™t watch for pedestrians and fail to respect their rights.

Victims of pedestrian accidents can face excruciating injuries and expensive medical bills. They are often unable to work and enjoy the life they had before. Families who lose loved ones in these types of accidents also suffer extreme losses.

At the Law Offices of Michael J. Gopin, PLLC, we understand the life-changing results such accidents can have. Our experienced El Paso pedestrian accident attorney can help. Our skilled legal team can demand maximum compensation for your losses through a personal injury claim or wrongful death lawsuit. Contact us now to learn more in a free consultation.

How Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in El Paso Can Help You

After a pedestrian accident, you are likely suffering from very serious injuries. While recovering, your focus should be on your health, not on figuring out how to gather evidence and file a personal injury claim. Our pedestrian accident attorney will take this burden off you and handle everything related to your claim. This includes:

  • Gathering evidence
  • Identifying all possible liable parties
  • Accurately evaluating your claim
  • Building a strong case to prove liability
  • Refuting claims of fault from the other side
  • Managing all communications with the insurance company
  • Aggressively negotiating for a full and fair settlement
  • Taking your case to trial, if necessary

The at-fault driver and the insurance company are not on your side after a crash. They do not want to help or provide the compensation you need to make a full recovery. Our seasoned Texas pedestrian accident attorneys will fight to hold them accountable for making things right. You can count on us to work as your ally throughout the entire process.

Compensation You Can Recover After a Pedestrian Accident

No one can determine how much your claim is worth until they have fully analyzed the facts of your case. However, most pedestrians hurt in a crash caused by someone else can file a claim for compensation, known as damages. The amount of damages you seek will depend on the nature and severity of your injuries, but there are some that are more common than others. These include:

  • Medical expenses, including hospital stays, surgeries, doctor visits, prescription costs, rehabilitation, transportation to and from doctorā€™s appointments, etc.
  • Lost income
  • Loss of earning capacity, if you cannot return to the same line of work after your recovery
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of household services, such as caring for children
  • Loss of consortium

If you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, a wrongful death claim can also help your family recover some of your losses. Funeral and burial expenses, loss of income the family was dependent on, and medical bills incurred before the passing of your loved one are all common types of damages in these claims.