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When you or a loved one has been injured while walking in the city, the Washington, DC pedestrian accident lawyers at Regan Zambri Long can help. We have spent more than four decades representing people struck on the capital’s busy streets, securing settlements such as $3.9 million and $2.75 million for victims hit by buses, cars, and Metro vehicles.
We will file a claim against the negligent driver and work to recover fair compensation for your injuries. Contact us for a free consultation to understand your rights and legal options. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
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The type and severity of pedestrian injuries hinge on the car’s speed at the time of the accident, the part of the body that was the point of impact, and the victim’s overall health. Victims will suffer catastrophic injuries to their upper or lower extremities, depending on which part of their body was directly hit by the car.
The most common injuries from pedestrian accidents:
A collision between the pedestrian and the motor vehicle causes a primary injury. Secondary injuries follow the initial collision. They are caused by the injured pedestrian hitting the ground or other objects after being hit by the car.
For example, let’s say a pedestrian is hit by a car. The point of impact between the vehicle and her body is her back, which causes a spinal cord injury. Her spinal cord injury is considered the primary injury. After the collision, the victim is thrown into the air and hits the ground, causing a traumatic brain injury. The TBI would be classified as a secondary injury.
Common secondary injuries suffered by pedestrians are:
Ongoing medical treatment, especially for severe injuries, is extremely expensive for common pedestrian accident injuries. Most families do not have the means to accommodate their new, sudden financial obligations.
For example, spinal cord injuries can cost the victim over $1 million in the first year after the accident and over $100,000 every year after that. On average, the lifetime cost of living with a traumatic brain injury can be up to $2 million.
Besides medical treatment, there are other financial burdens to take into account. If your accident resulted in complete paralysis, you will need medical equipment, including a wheelchair. Your house may need to be completely renovated to accommodate your new situation.
If you’re a working parent whose child was hit by a car and needed around-the-clock care, you may need to quit your job to take care of your child full-time. How do you cope with the loss of your paycheck, especially while taking on new medical bills?
The Regan Zambri Long pedestrian accident lawyers can help you and your family get back on your feet. We will pursue compensation for the following damages:
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These damages will help offset your new expenses. Call today for a free consultation to discuss what damages you could recover from your claim.
According to the National Library of Medicine, children and the elderly are at the greatest risk of being seriously injured in pedestrian accidents. Children under the age of 15, who are naturally impulsive and lack judgment, account for 30% of all pedestrian injuries in the United States.
Older adults, who may suffer from hearing loss, impaired vision, slow reflexes, and even cognitive delays, account for 16% of pedestrian fatalities.
Other risk factors include:
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Living in urban areas increases the risk of being hit by a car. Washington, DC, has dense populations with heavy traffic. The combination can be deadly.
Other reasons a pedestrian accident may occur are:
Unfortunately, pedestrian accident trends continue to rise:
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Regan Zambri Long exists to fight for people like you. Since our doors opened over two decades ago, we’ve secured millions for car accident victims. Let’s take a look at how our leading pedestrian accident lawyers will win a favorable settlement for your claim.
Here is how our pedestrian accident lawyers at Regan Zambri Long plan to win your case:
The attorneys at Regan Zambri Long are recognized by leading legal organizations for their skill, ethics, and record of success. Three of our partners have been named Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers, and founding partner Salvatore Zambri has been listed among the Top 10 Super Lawyers in Washington, DC. All three of our founding partners are board-certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, passing a rigorous application process that includes evidence of trial experience and peer and judicial references.Â
Beyond these honors, our firm’s reputation for advocacy is reflected in its high-impact litigation. In a recent lawsuit against Amazon and Orion’s Harp LLC, our team, led by founding partner Patrick Regan alongside partner Christopher Regan and attorney Emily Lagan, took on one of the nation’s largest companies after a pedestrian was critically injured in a DC crosswalk.
At Regan Zambri Long, we believe everyone should have access to legal representation. That’s why we do not take a dime unless we win a settlement or verdict in your favor. You do not pay unless we win.
If you lost a loved one in a tragic pedestrian accident, our attorneys will help you file a wrongful death claim against the negligent driver. We recovered damages for medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, lost wages, and loss of consortium. Call today to speak with a compassionate pedestrian accident wrongful death lawyer who can help your family financially and emotionally recover from your loss.
Dealing with physical and emotional pain after an accident is overwhelming. Add the stress of piling medical bills, property damage, and lost paychecks. Even the strongest person can be paralyzed with fear of the future.
The lawyers at Regan Zambri Long can take the burden of the claims process off your shoulders. While you focus on a full recovery, we will focus on a fair settlement to secure maximum compensation. You don’t have to do this alone. Call today.
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.