Pedestrian accidents occur with alarming frequency. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that there were over 6,200 pedestrian fatalities in the United States in 2019. The NHTSA also reports that there were roughly 76,000 pedestrians injured in police-reported motor vehicle crashes in 2019.

When pedestrian accidents occur, victims can recover compensation for their injuries. If you were injured in a pedestrian collision, you may be able to hold the party or parties responsible for the crash liable for your injuries and any other damages you suffered in the accident.

You do not have to fight for compensation on your own. A Columbus pedestrian accident lawyer from The Fitch Law Firm LLC can handle your personal injury insurance claim or lawsuit while you focus on recovering from your injuries. To learn more about your rights in a free case review, you can call our firm today. We’ll discuss your case and how we can provide you with representation on a contingency-fee basis.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Most pedestrian accidents involve negligence, such as a driver failing in their responsibility to drive safely. Common causes of pedestrian accidents include:

Driver distraction
Speeding
Reckless or aggressive driving
Intoxicated driving
Blocked line of sight
Malfunctioning traffic control signals
Unclear sidewalks, crosswalks, yield signs, or lane markings
Sudden changes in traffic conditions
Overcorrections
Driver unfamiliarity with pedestrian traffic rules

If a driver is intoxicated, their response time may be slowed, and they may be more likely to make driving errors. If a driver speeds, it may be harder to come to a stop or take evasive action in response to changes in road conditions or a pedestrian crossing the road. In crowded areas, drivers may be unable to see beyond the vehicle in front of them, leading to pedestrian accidents.

Confusion at traffic lights or intersections can lead to pedestrian accidents as well. Vehicles often strike pedestrians in crosswalks, especially when the vehicle operator does not know that pedestrians in the crosswalk have the right of way. Vehicles may also strike pedestrians while backing up in parking lots and private driveways.

No matter how your pedestrian accident happened, our team at The Fitch Law Firm LLC can investigate your accident and identify the responsible party if we represent you.

For a free legal consultation with a pedestrian accidents lawyer serving Columbus, call 614-545-3930

Filing Personal Injury Claims

If you suffered injuries or other losses as a result of the negligent actions of someone else, you can file a personal injury insurance claim or lawsuit against them. A lawyer from our firm can help you decide which is the best path for your case, though you may end up pursuing both.

Anyone operating a motor vehicle on the road owes other road users a duty of care. This means that all vehicle operators must be licensed and must follow all driving laws that apply to them. These laws include, but are not limited to, following posted traffic signs, avoiding drinking and driving, avoiding distractions while driving, and ensuring vehicle upkeep.

Failing to follow traffic laws may qualify as a breach of the duty of care. Anyone who fails to meet their duty of care may be held liable for their actions. To file a personal injury claim against an at-fault driver after a pedestrian accident, you typically must:

Gather evidence to prove their guilt
Prove you suffered damages serious enough to warrant a claim
Quantify your damages
File your claim with the at-fault party’s insurer

A Columbus pedestrian accident lawyer from The Fitch Law Firm LLC can manage all of these tasks for you when we represent you. To learn more about our services during a free case review with a member of our team, you can call our firm today.

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Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries

You can sustain a wide range of injuries in a pedestrian accident. The larger a vehicle and the faster it is traveling when it strikes a pedestrian, the more serious the pedestrian’s injuries may be. Common injuries seen in these accidents include:

Head and brain injuries
Spinal cord, back, and neck injuries
Broken and fractured bones
Internal organ damage
Internal bleeding
Sprains and strains

These injuries can take days, weeks, or months to recover from. Injuries like brain contusions, nerve damage, and broken bones can require long-term treatment and may never fully heal.

Common Pedestrian Accident Damages

After your accident, you may be dealing with the pain of your injuries, the treatment process, and an inability to work and perform basic tasks at home. If you can prove your accident was caused by the negligence, recklessness, or driving errors of another driver, you can seek compensation for your damages, including medical care costs, lost income, and other accident-related expenses.

The Damages You May Be Able to Claim

There are a number of economic and non-economic damages you may be able to seek in a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Economic damages are financial losses and expenses, while non-economic damages are non-financial, such as pain and suffering. A lawyer from our firm can determine which damages you can claim, and then calculate your damages for you.

For example, you might be able to claim:

Medical bills, including any bills you incur in the future
Medical device expenses, such as the cost of a wheelchair
Your therapy costs, such as the cost of any physical therapy you require
The costs of any ongoing care you may need, such as in-home care
Wages you can’t earn due to an inability to work
Lost earning potential in the future
Your pain and suffering
Mental anguish

If You Lost a Family Member

It may have been a family member who was injured in a pedestrian accident. If your loved one lost their life due to their injuries, you can claim wrongful death damages. One of our firm’s lawyers can help with this.

Wrongful death damages include:

Any medical costs your loved one incurred
Lost income for your family
Funeral expenses
Your loss of companionship and consortium
Your children’s loss of support and guidance
Your deceased loved one’s pain and suffering

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About Our Law Firm

With Mr. Fitch’s 30+ years of experience handling personal injury cases, our firm is fully capable of managing your pedestrian accident claim or lawsuit for you. We’ve received excellent feedback from our clients, as well as a 10.0 (Superb) rating from Avvo, which rates lawyers and firms in every state. You can be confident in our ability to manage your case.

Our founder, attorney John Fitch, is rated among the best personal injury attorneys in Central Ohio by Three Best Rated. In 2019, he obtained a verdict of $134 million dollars* which may be one of the highest personal injury verdicts ever in Ohio. Our other attorneys have achieved excellent results as well under the guidance of John Fitch.

What Our Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Can Do for You

A Columbus pedestrian accident lawyer from The Fitch Law Firm LLC can help you in a number of ways. When you choose our firm, your lawyer will:

Communicate on your behalf with the other parties involved in your case
Gather evidence, such as police reports and witness statements, to support your claim
Evaluate and quantify your losses and damages
Negotiate with the at-fault party’s insurer or their representatives toward a settlement
Take your case to trial, if necessary
Give you legal advice, answer your questions, and provide updates on the progress of your case

As per Ohio Revised Code Section 2305.10, there is generally a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury lawsuits in Ohio. If you wait too long to file your lawsuit and the deadline expires, the court can dismiss your case without hearing any evidence.

Because of this general deadline, we encourage you to contact our firm as soon as possible after your accident.

Contact the Fitch Law Firm LLC Today

For a free, no-obligation case review with a member of our team, call The Fitch Law Firm LLC today.

We offer representation on a contingency-fee basis, in which clients are not obligated to pay us any fees unless we win their case and recover their due damages for them.

Call or text 614-545-3930 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form

Shawn G

2021-06-15

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Mindy Michael

2021-05-20

Had them for my son and I they were quick to respond to any emails or messages and very helpful to help us get what we deserved. All of the girls on staff were very thoughtful and helpful. Thankful for Becky who even offered personal services!!

Steve Rogers

2021-05-14

When we looked into seeking representation after my son's car accident we did not know anybody who had experience with as an attorney with car wrecks. So we looked online at all the firms that specialize in auto accidents, then by using as our criteria the reviews we selected The Fitch Law firm. Right from the start they were extremely helpful . They explained how the process would go based on our specifics of the accident and then basically did all the work to file a claim and get all that we were entitled to. Working with Becky and Kirstin was perfect, they kept us informed every step of the way and if we had questions they had time to explain them making sure we understood each time. Our case was not a high dollar amount but they still offered above average service and looked out for us like it was. I highly recommend The Fitch Law firm without hesitation.

Julianna Poole-Sawyer

2021-02-28

Our experience with the Fitch Law Firm was incredible. We worked with Kirstin, and she's really gone above and beyond for us. I cannot recommend them highly enough. After our car accident, we were so overwhelmed by the insurance companies, and Kirstin made everything so easy for us. We never would have gotten such a good settlement without her. They seem to really care about their clients, and they are very responsive. They worked hard to answer our questions thoroughly and in a timely manner.

Nicholas Mavromatis

2020-12-17

I was involved in an accident as the passenger of the responsible party during Feb. of 2020. I completed physical therapy in June of the same year. I worked with a firm that was not as responsive as I would have liked, so I sought representation elsewhere to ensure the claim was handled correctly. I couldn’t have been more fortunate to task The Fitch Law Firm with this case. Associate attorney Kirstin Peterson was assigned to my case, and I couldn’t have asked for someone so thorough, professional, responsive and down right genuinely caring than her. There were some unforeseen obstacles, but throughout my doubts she maintained consistent in reassuring me she was doing everything she could to make sure things were going as smoothly as possible. I highly recommend this firm and having nothing but more than positive things to say about the associate attorney assigned to my case. Thank you so much Fitch Law Firm, and Kirstin Peterson. You guys are extraordinary in what you do!

William Hafford

2020-12-07

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Latisha Mcgary

2020-11-11

I was in a car accident on 10/21/2018 that was not my fault. I googled different accident laywers. And came across the fitch law firm. From the first time i walked thru the doors mr fitch and becky made me feel at ease. Mr fitch thought my case woukd be good to take on. The other parties insurance was extremely difficult to deal with.and i can say mr fitch represented me well. And Becky checked in on me and kept me updated on the case. Its been 2 years and my case finally settled i was ok with the amount given. And i will use the fitch law firm again if ever needed.

Mariah Mason

2020-09-29

They were very helpful and responsive. I loved how professional they were & how I wasn’t just another “Number” to them. I thank everyone in the office for their help ESPECIALLY my time I spent & got to know Attorney Kirstin. Thank you Fitch Law Firm :)