Pedestrian Accident Attorney Inglewood

When a pedestrian is hit by a speeding or out of control car, or other motor vehicles, serious and often fatal injuries are likely to be inflicted. While a certain percentage of pedestrian accidents happen on or near a designated crosswalk, often a pedestrian, jogger, or child just happens to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. The human body is no match for the metal frame and powerful engine of a car, truck, or another motor vehicle, so we stand little chance when involved in a collision with one.

Did you know that Los Angeles County is the worst in the nation in terms of pedestrian fatalities? This is believed to be due to the volume of traffic using the city’s roads, combined with a lack of safe crossing zones. In fact, California as a whole is the most dangerous state for those traveling on foot.

If you, or a loved one, have been injured in a pedestrian accident, an attorney from the Law Offices of Howard Craig Kornberg could be your key to recovering maximum compensation, in respect of your medical expenses, lost wages, and more.

The Reality of Pedestrian Accidents in Inglewood, Los Angeles County

At the Law Offices of Howard Craig Kornberg, our expert attorneys have over three decades’ experience of successfully handling all manner of personal injury cases, including those relating to pedestrian accidents. During this time, we have become fascinated by the commonalities amongst accidents, and the statistics for each region we practice in. Some of the statistics we have found interesting recently include:

• California is the most dangerous state for pedestrians, with 352 fatalities in 2016
• Los Angeles County is the worst in California, ranking #1 with 265 of those deaths
• Los Angeles city’s fatal pedestrian accident figures increased by 80% between 2015 and 2017 alone
• 75% of fatal pedestrian accidents happen after dark
• 33% of those pedestrians are intoxicated at the time of their accident
• 20% of pedestrian fatalities happen at or near intersections

The most common types of Inglewood pedestrian accidents, and resulting injuries, encountered by our attorneys, include:

• Distracted or inattentive driving
• Hit and run accidents
• Traumatic brain injuries caused by collisions between a pedestrian and a motor vehicle
• Sidewalk accidents
• Crosswalk accidents
• Wrongful death

It may also be worth noting that, while pedestrian accident figures are increasing, so too are the number of people choosing to walk.

Schedule Free Initial Consultation with a Pedestrian Crash Attorney

When you sustain serious or life-changing injuries due to the negligence or deliberately dangerous behavior of another, you could be entitled to recover compensation in respect of your pain and suffering, medical expenses, loss of earnings, and other associated costs.

To discuss your case with an experienced and skilled attorney capable of recovering the maximum amount of compensation available to you, call the Law Offices of Howard Craig Kornberg today to arrange your free initial consultation. We can be reached at 310-997-0904.