Being involved in an accident with a motor vehicle is a life-changing experience. This can be even more true if you were a pedestrian who was hit by a car. Understanding the compensation that you may expect in one of these situations can be crucial in helping you navigate the aftermath. We’re here to offer key insights on what may affect your settlement amounts.
Average Payout for Pedestrian Hit by a Car
The average payout for pedestrians hit by a car can vary from tens of thousands of dollars to millions of dollars depending on the severity of the accident. This is because the circumstances of each case are unique. This Consumer Shield report highlights the vast differences in average settlement amounts between just a handful of firms. We also offer a few examples of the pedestrian accident cases we have represented*:
- $250,000 for a client who was struck while working their job collecting garbage.
- $250,000 for a client whose brother was struck and killed by a vehicle.
- $150,000 for a client who was struck while waiting at a bus stop, suffered multiple injuries, and was hospitalized.
*Past results obtained on behalf of clients afford no guarantee of future results and every case is different and must be judged on its own merits.
Factors that Impact Pedestrian Injury Compensation
Like any personal injury claim, compensation for a pedestrian accident can vary widely depending on many factors. Here are a few to keep in mind that can impact the final settlement amount for your case:
- Economic Damages: These include damages that come with hard numbers such as your medical bill, the cost of continuing rehab, lost wages, etc. Economic damages are amounts that are easy to determine based on financial expenses related to the accident.
- Non-economic Damages: These can be more difficult to put a number to, but an experienced personal injury attorney can help you compile evidence and determine what makes sense. This factor is meant to account for non-financial aspects of your losses such as any emotional distress or pain and suffering.
- Severity of Injuries: The long-term impact and severity of your injuries can make a significant impact on your compensation. Minor injuries that are expected to heal quicker are usually eligible for less compensation. For example, a sprained ankle may be considered more minor while spinal cord injuries are considered more severe.
- Laws: It’s important to be aware of any state or liability laws. These can play a factor in what you may receive based on comparative negligence or personal injury compensation limits. An attorney can help you navigate the confusion of different laws.
In these cases, the driver’s circumstances can also greatly impact settlement. Was this a hit-and-run car accident case? Was the driver operating their car while under the influence? These acts of carelessness and negligence only play a larger role in pursuing damages and potentially criminal charges against the at-fault driver.
Why Representation in Pedestrian Accident Claims Matter
There are several reasons why getting an experienced attorney on your side early on matters.
Remember, these professionals are highly skilled in law and have years of experience negotiating these sorts of cases. You want to go into your case with confidence and an attorney can provide that.
It’s not unheard of for insurance companies to offer quick but unfairly low settlements right out of the gate to minimize their payout amount. You don’t want to get caught in one of the scenarios because it likely leads to financial, not to mention emotional and mental hardship down the line.
When you have an attorney on your side, you can trust that your best interests are also their best interests. After all, your attorney does not get paid unless you do so it’s a win-win situation to fight for the compensation you truly deserve.
DM Injury Law Fights for Your Rights
Were you hit by a car while out walking? Our team can help. Having a personal injury lawyer on your side is one of the best decisions you can make regarding securing the settlement you deserve. DM Injury Law has over a century of collective experience defending injured victims of accidents. Connect with our team today for a free consultation on your case. We operate on a contingency fee basis which means that we don’t collect a dime unless we win your case. Contact us today and learn what an expert team can do for you.