Pedestrians face unique risks every day in the streets of Columbia, Maryland. Whether you’re crossing at a designated crosswalk or walking along a busy road, an accident from a careless or reckless driver can happen in an instant.
Pedestrian accidents occur without warning. If you’ve been hurt in such an accident, financial compensation may be available. If you’ve been injured, contact our Columbia, Maryland pedestrian accident attorneys. We understand these cases and their devastating impact on your life can help you pursue what you’re eligible for.
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At Regan Zambri Long, we’re committed to fighting for the rights of pedestrian accident victims in Columbia and throughout Howard County. Our Columbia personal injury attorneys have a thorough understanding of Maryland’s pedestrian laws and a proven track record of success; we’re prepared to fight for a fair settlement in your pedestrian accident case.
After a pedestrian accident, taking these steps can strengthen your compensation claim:
Documentation you may submit with an insurance or legal claim to improve your chances of receiving fair and just compensation should include:
Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries. The human body is quite vulnerable when struck by a motor vehicle. Consider the fact that in 2021, pedestrian accidents only accounted for three percent of all motor vehicle accidents in MD but also accounted for almost 23% of all fatalities.
Pedestrian accident victims often require:
The consequences of a pedestrian accident can be life-altering. Potential consequences include:
Regan Zambri Long understands the profound impact these injuries can have on your life. We’re dedicated to helping you secure the compensation you need to cover all aspects of your recovery.
The compensation available after a pedestrian accident may cover your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. Our pedestrian accident attorneys will work to ensure you receive fair compensation for all these losses.
We’ll work to recover compensation for:
Our team understands that the impact of an accident goes beyond physical injuries. We’ll fight for compensation for:
Our attorneys will thoroughly investigate your case to establish all responsible parties.
Several parties may share responsibility. Our team will uncover all potentially liable parties to maximize your compensation.
Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts by:
Our attorneys are well versed in these tactics and will vigorously counter them to protect your rights.
Maryland’s legal system recognizes several types of pedestrian accidents that commonly occur in Columbia at:
Maryland pedestrians have the right-of-way in crosswalks and at intersections. However, they also have responsibilities, such as:
Maryland follows a strict contributory negligence rule. A pedestrian may be barred from recovering compensation if they’re found to be even 1% at fault for the accident.
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When you’re dealing with the realities of a pedestrian accident, you need a legal team you can trust. We offer:
Our case results page indicates we’ve successfully handled cases like yours in the past. For example, we recovered $3.9 million in a settlement for a pedestrian who developed severe orthopedic injuries after being struck by a vehicle.
You don’t have to take our word for it when we claim we’re prepared to handle your case. Check our client testimonials page to learn more about what past clients have to say.
At Regan Zambri Long, we believe in personal communication comprehensive support, clear communication, and no upfront costs. Our fee is a percentage of the compensation we recover for you. We don’t get paid if you don’t get paid.
Ready to pursue justice with the help of a Columbia pedestrian accident lawyer? Get started today by contacting Regan Zambri Long online or call us for a free consultation.