Personal injury
Pedestrian accident lawyer in Silverdale
You do not need to be behind the wheel to be hurt by a car. If you were struck while walking, jogging or waiting by the road, we help you understand your rights and what comes next.
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Personal injury
Pedestrians have no protection from a vehicle
Even a small car weighs thousands of pounds. When it strikes a person on foot, the injuries can be catastrophic, even at low speed. A pedestrian has no seat belt, no airbag and no frame around them.
Those injuries can affect your ability to work, take care of your family and enjoy the life you had before. Medical bills that go unpaid can quickly become a second crisis on top of the first.
Kitsap Law Group represents pedestrians hurt in Silverdale, Bremerton, Poulsbo, Port Orchard and across Kitsap, Jefferson and Mason Counties. It is important to act early to understand your options and protect your rights, and our team is ready to start right away.
- Struck in a crosswalk, parking lot or driveway
- Hit while walking or jogging along a road shoulder
- Injured while waiting at a bus stop or roadside
- Hit-and-run collisions
Walking in Kitsap County
Many roads in Kitsap County were built for cars first. Rural stretches have narrow shoulders and few sidewalks, winter days bring early darkness and steady rain, and busy commercial areas around Silverdale and Bremerton mean drivers turning across crosswalks and through parking lots. Drivers have a responsibility to watch for people on foot in all of these conditions.
If you have been injured while walking, jogging or waiting by the roadside, contact Kitsap Law Group. Our attorneys are prepared to begin working on your case and to help you move forward with confidence.
What we handle
Injuries we see in pedestrian cases
Because pedestrians absorb the full force of a collision, their injuries are often serious. We represent pedestrians with injuries including:
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Broken bones and fractures
Leg, hip, pelvis and arm fractures are common when a vehicle strikes a person on foot.
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Traumatic brain injuries
Head injuries from the impact or the fall to the pavement, with effects that can last for years.
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Spinal cord injuries
Injuries that can cause partial or full paralysis, including paraplegia and quadriplegia.
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Internal injuries
Damage to vital organs that may need emergency surgery and ongoing care.
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Amputation and disfigurement
Loss of a limb, severe scarring or other permanent changes to the body.
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Soft tissue injuries
Torn ligaments, sprains and strains that can limit movement long after the crash.
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Wrongful death
Claims brought by families who lost a loved one in a pedestrian collision.
Our approach
How we help injured pedestrians
Pedestrian cases often come down to visibility, speed, signals and what the driver was paying attention to. We work to pin down those facts early, before evidence is lost.
Free consultation
We listen to what happened, review any police report and explain how a claim like yours generally works.
Scene investigation
We look at lighting, crosswalks, signals and sight lines, and seek out witnesses and any available video.
Insurance review
We identify the driver's coverage and any of your own policies that may help, including in a hit-and-run.
Claim and resolution
We present your claim, handle the negotiations and are prepared to go to court if a fair resolution is not offered.
Who handles it
Attorneys who handle personal injury
Pedestrian injury claims are handled by attorneys whose practices include personal injury and trial work in Washington courts.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What should I do after being hit by a car while walking?
Get medical care right away, even if your injuries seem minor. If you can, note the driver's information, the location and any witnesses, and take photos. Keep every bill and record, and talk with an attorney before giving a statement to the driver's insurer.
What if the driver left the scene?
Report the collision to police as soon as possible. Even without the driver, there may be insurance coverage available to you, including under your own auto policy. We can help you look into it.
Can I still bring a claim if I was not in a crosswalk?
Possibly. Where you were walking is one fact among many, along with the driver's speed, attention and visibility. An attorney can explain how fault may be weighed in your situation.
Who pays my medical bills after a pedestrian accident?
It depends on the insurance involved. Sometimes your own auto coverage applies even though you were on foot. We help you sort out which policies may apply and keep your treatment records organized.
How long do I have to bring a pedestrian accident claim?
Washington sets deadlines for injury claims, and some situations, such as crashes involving a government vehicle, involve extra steps. An attorney can confirm the deadline for your situation.
Does it cost anything to talk with you?
No. Consultations for pedestrian accident injuries are free, and there is no obligation.
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