When you cross the street and an automobile strikes you, the driver or their insurance company may blame you and claim that you must pay for your medical bills and any associated expenses.
The costs from an injury can add up quickly, from emergency medical bills to ongoing treatment, medication, rehabilitation, and also the value of income lost because of the injury and disability that might follow.
Drivers have a legal duty to stay alert and keep an eye out for pedestrians crossing the street, as they must maintain attention and engage in responsible and sober driving at all times while following the rules of the road. Just because someone is not in a crosswalk does not mean a driver can simply plow into them with their car.
Too often, drivers engage in activities that make them miss someone crossing the street and cause jaywalking accidents and serious injuries to pedestrians. An experienced pedestrian accident lawyer is standing by to answer any questions you might have and, if you have a valid claim, stand up for your right to compensation for your injuries—even if you were jaywalking at the time.