Pedestrian Accidents in Laredo TX - Protecting Your Rights as a Pedestrian with Trusted Attorneys

Pedestrian accidents have some of the worst victim outcomes because of severe injuries and death. When a negligent driver strikes a pedestrian with his or her vehicle in Laredo, that person should be responsible for damages. The Laredo TX personal injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help you seek compensation as a victim whether you are filing a personal injury or wrongful death claim.

Calling a lawyer is a necessity after a pedestrian accident, and at Carabin Shaw, our team will make it a supportive experience. We offer our services on a contingency-fee-basis, so you can hire us without a costly retainer fee. In addition, if you call our toll-free number at 800-862-1260, you can speak to a member of our staff 24/7 who can set up a free case review. We want everyone to have access to high-quality legal advice, and we have English- AND Spanish-speaking staff available to accomplish that.

The most obvious vulnerability of pedestrians anywhere is that they do not have the protection of an enclosed vehicle and its safety devices (seatbelts, airbags, etc.). As a result, pedestrians who are struck by a vehicle face serious injuries such as:

• Broken bones
• Head and neck injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Internal injuries
• Severe skin wounds and road rash

Unfortunately, several pedestrians are killed each year in Laredo pedestrian accidents. The deceased victim’s parents, spouse, or children then become living victims who must suffer with the permanent loss of their loved one.

In a Laredo Pedestrian Safety Action Plan, TxDOT investigated 408 pedestrian crashes between 2017 and 2021. In this plan, they identified multiple factors that contributed to pedestrian wrecks, such as:

• Low light conditions
• Failure to yield
• Driver or pedestrian distraction

Other causes of pedestrian accidents include speeding, disobeying traffic signals, and impaired driving. When filing a personal injury claim, Laredo personal injury attorneys will investigate the cause of a pedestrian accident to determine liability. In Texas, you can receive compensation in a personal injury claim even if you were partially at-fault, as long as your portion of the fault is 50% or less.

The severe damages in a pedestrian accident in Laredo, Texas have economic and noneconomic consequences for the victim. Insurance companies and Texas courts will award compensation based on the damages an adjuster discovers, or victim claims and a lawyer is instrumental in calculating this number.

Compensable damages after a pedestrian accident include:

• Current and future medical expenses
• Current and future loss of income
• Travel expenses related to medical care and the accident
• Physical pain and suffering
• Emotional anguish
• Wrongful death damages

Identifying and calculating damages requires personal injury law expertise, and your attorney can ensure that you receive compensation that covers your ENTIRE loss rather than solely the damages that caused explicit financial hardship. Your legal team will help you to protect your pedestrian rights in Texas and make sure you get fair compensation for your injuries.

In some cases, the court will award punitive damages, or exemplary damages, in addition to economic and noneconomic damages. This is typically reserved for cases of gross negligence, where the court aims to deter or punish the defendant for reckless behavior or intentional harm.

At Carabin Shaw, we understand the grief that you may be experiencing after a pedestrian accident, either as an injured victim or the loved one of a deceased victim. We are compassionate about helping our clients hold others accountable for their negligence, and we want to help you get the compensation you deserve.

Read our client reviews to find out how we’ve helped others with their personal injury claim, and contact us today for legal advice regarding your potential case.

For more information:

• TX DoT
• Texas Statutes 33
• Texas Statutes 41