It is hard to imagine a pedestrian-car accident. It is simply frightening to gauge the impact of a hard, full-metal vehicle body on a soft and fragile human body. This is exactly why there are laws and regulations designed to protect pedestrians. Vehicles have the obligation to yield and practice all necessary precautions to avoid hitting pedestrians.
It’s not easy to think clearly after being hit by a vehicle, but what you say and do at the crash scene will affect the outcome of your subsequent claim. The following tips may help you avoid disputes related to liability and damages and might lead to a fair settlement offer early in the proceedings:
