It is best to hire an Orlando personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after an accident. Knowledge is one of your most important weapons in a legal action, so the sooner Meldon Law can start educating you about your rights and put our skills to work for you, the more we may be able to do to identify the liable party and pursue compensation.
With over 50 years of experience, our Orlando pedestrian accident attorneys know how to handle even the most challenging cases. Call today for a free consultation to learn about your legal options.
How a Pedestrian Accident Could Entitle You to Damages
According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there were 656 pedestrian accidents in Orange County in 2023. Because pedestrians do not have the same protections as vehicle occupants, they are the most susceptible to severe, life-altering injuries, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Amputations
- Bone fractures
In addition to being painful and even disabling, such injuries may prevent you from working, be expensive to treat, and force you to make major lifestyle changes. All of this can be difficult to cope with. By compelling the at-fault partyās insurance company to pay compensation for everything you have lost, you can focus on healing from your injuries and finding a new normal.
Among the types of compensation you may be eligible for are the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life
- Disability
- Loss of consortium
- Medical expenses
- Loss of wages
- Loss of earning capacity
Which of these damages do you qualify for, and how much could you potentially recover? That depends on the specifics of your case, which is why it is so important to let an attorney evaluate your situation and fight for what you deserve.
Call Meldon Law today to find out how we can help.
How to Get the Compensation You Deserve After a Personal Injury
Recovering fair damages is often critical to making the fullest recovery possible. Getting that money, however, is often more difficult than it has to be. Insurance companies may even try to get you to accept less money than your case is worth so they do not have to pay as much.
Meldon Law fights for our clients by:
- Collecting evidence like medical records, witness testimony, Orlando Police Department reports, and traffic camera footage to support your case
- Identifying all of the damages you are eligible for
- Figuring out who the at-fault party is and how their negligence caused your crash
- Handling all communications with other parties, including the liable party, their insurance company, and their lawyers
- Refusing to back down if the insurer offers less than your case is worth
Even if the insurance company offers a settlement right away, do not accept their first offer without consulting us. If you accept a settlement now, you will be unable to ask for more money later, even if the amount you received is inadequate. Protect your right to fair compensation by working with our Orlando attorneys.
What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident
You can protect your health and your rights by:
- Getting medical help immediatelyāif necessary, go to an ER like the one at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
- Collecting what evidence you can from the scene, such as photos of the car and the driverās name and insurance information
- Filing a timely police report (we can request a copy of this report for use in your case)
Pedestrian accidents are unfortunately very common in Orlando, where the year-round nice weather and the seasonal influx of tourists and part-time residents mean that there are constantly a large number of pedestriansāand drivers who are unfamiliar with local roadsāin the area.
Meldon Law understands the risks that Orlando road users face. We are here to advocate for your rights and fight for fair damages while you focus on your recovery.
Pay Nothing Until You Recover Compensation
The legal team at Meldon Law never charges attorneysā fees until we win. This way, you can hire a lawyer without worrying about how you can afford it on top of your other accident-related expenses. Call now to get a free consultation. We can walk you through your rights and options and help you decide where to go from here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Is Liable When a Car Hits a Pedestrian?
In many cases, the driver of the car that hit you is liable for your injuries. Occasionally, another party may be to blame or may share blame with a driver. Such parties may include the manufacturer of a faulty car part or the driver of a second vehicle that caused the driver who hit you to lose control.
How Long Does it Take to Settle a Pedestrian Accident?
Various factors go into determining your caseās length, from how straightforward your case is (e.g., if there is one liable party or several) and how the insurance companies respond to your case.
If we cannot settle your case out of court, we are also ready and willing to represent you at trial in Orange County Civil Court. This may take longer, but it is sometimes the best or only way to secure the damages you need.
What Is the Legal Charge for Hitting a Pedestrian in Florida?
The driver who hit you may be charged with a moving violation, reckless driving, drunk driving, texting and driving, doing a hit and run, or something else. The exact nature of the criminal charges will depend on how your accident happened.
These criminal charges are separate from your civil case. Even if the at-fault driver is not charged with anything or if they are not convicted, Meldon Law could still help you pursue compensation from them.
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