Alabama Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

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Were you hit by a motorist in Alabama while on foot? You have the right to pursue compensation for the injuries and losses you suffered in a pedestrian accident that was not your fault. However, insurance companies rarely make it easy for claimants to obtain the financial recovery they deserve. That’s why you should turn to an Alabama pedestrian accident lawyer from Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., for help. When your financial security is on the line, you deserve to have experienced, qualified lawyers in your corner.

Since 1966, our firm has fought for the rights and interests of injury victims throughout Alabama. We have a proven record of success at the negotiating table and in court, having recovered many million-dollar settlements and verdicts for injured people in Alabama like you. Our hard work on behalf of our clients has been recognized by the Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers as well as Martindale-Hubbell, which gave us its highest “AV” rating.

You need compensation and accountability. Let us help you demand it. Contact Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., today to speak with an experienced, compassionate Alabama pedestrian accident lawyer. Consultations are free, and we won’t charge a fee unless we get compensation for you.

Alabama Pedestrian Rights

Article 10 of Title 32 of the Alabama Code establishes the following rights for pedestrians in the state:

Pedestrians are entitled to the right-of-way when entering a marked crosswalk without traffic control signals. (32-5A-211)
Pedestrians have the right to expect drivers to use due care to avoid a collision, including giving a warning by sounding the horn if necessary. (32-5A-213)
Pedestrians should use sidewalks where available. If no sidewalk is available, they should walk along the left shoulder as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. (32-5A-215)
Pedestrians have the right-of-way while walking on the sidewalk. (32-5A-218)
Blind pedestrians carrying a walking stick or accompanied by a guide dog, or any person training a guide dog, are entitled to the right-of-way. (32-5A-220)

Common Causes and Types of Pedestrian Injuries in Alabama

Common causes of pedestrian accidents in Alabama include:

Speeding
Reckless or aggressive driving
Failing to yield the right-of-way
Passing a vehicle stopped for a pedestrian
Running red lights or stop signs or disregarding yield signs
Failing to signal or check mirrors before turning

Backing up or pulling out of a driveway without looking
Drowsy or fatigued driving
Drunk or drugged driving
Distracted driving, including texting while driving

Common types of pedestrian accidents include:

Intersection accidents
Crosswalk accidents
Driveway accidents
Parking lot and garage accidents
Collisions on roads lacking sidewalks

How Our Lawyers Can Help Injured Pedestrians

The Alabama pedestrian accident attorneys of Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., can help you by:

Gathering evidence of the accident, including police accident reports, accident scene photos and videos, surveillance or traffic camera footage, and eyewitness statements

Working with accident reconstruction experts to build a case that persuasively shows the fault of the driver who hit you

Identifying all potentially liable parties as well as applicable insurance coverages you can file claims against

Documenting your expenses and losses so we pursue full compensation for all you have suffered

Filing your claims with the insurance companies and handling negotiations with adjusters while you focus on your medical recovery

Negotiating aggressively on your behalf to try to settle your case

Taking your case to trial if necessary to demand a fair and favorable result for you

Potential Compensation for Injuries to Pedestrians in Alabama

Pedestrian accident injury claims can provide compensation for related expenses and losses. At Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., our firm can fight to secure maximum financial recovery for your:

Medical expenses, including hospital bills, surgeries, prescription pain medications, doctor’s appointments, and physical and occupational therapy
Costs of long-term care, including housekeeping services or home health services, if you suffer permanent disabilities from your injuries
Lost income from time missed at work during your recovery
Lost future earnings and job benefits if you become permanently disabled from working
Pain and suffering
Lost quality of life due to disability or visible scarring or disfigurement that your injuries cause

If you were hit while walking in Alabama, you could also be covered by your own auto insurance policy. That coverage could be especially valuable if the driver fled the scene and you must turn to your uninsured motorist (UM) policy.

Safety Tips and Laws Pedestrians Must Obey

Alabama imposes the following obligations on pedestrians:

Pedestrians must obey the instructions of any traffic control devices unless otherwise directed by a police officer. (32-5A-210)
Pedestrians may not suddenly enter the roadway in the path of an oncoming vehicle that cannot safely stop in time to avoid a collision. (32-5A-211)
Pedestrians crossing the road at any point other than a marked crosswalk or an intersection must yield the right-of-way to vehicles.
Pedestrians also must cross at an intersection or marked crosswalk when between adjacent intersections with operational traffic control signals. (32-5A-212)
Pedestrians should walk on the right half of the crosswalk whenever practicable. (32-5A-214)

What to Do If You Have Been Hit While Walking

If you were hit by a motor vehicle, you can take the following steps to protect yourself and your right to compensation:

Seek medical attention as soon as possible so a doctor can diagnose and treat the injuries you suffered in the accident.

Take photos or videos of the accident scene, including details such as traffic control signals or skid marks on the road.

Follow your provider’s treatment recommendations. Do not put off treatment or rehabilitation of your injuries.

Obtain a copy of the police accident report.

Keep copies of any bills, invoices, or receipts of expenses you incur due to your injuries, as well as copies of your pay stubs or income statements if you miss work or cannot return to your job after the accident.

Begin keeping a journal to document how your injuries and medical treatments impact your daily life.

Talk to an Alabama pedestrian accident attorney from Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., for help pursuing the compensation you deserve from the driver who hit you.

Contact Our Alabama Pedestrian Injury Attorneys Today

The Alabama pedestrian injury attorneys with Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., want to hear from you. Contact us today for a free consultation about your legal options after an accident that wasn’t your fault.