If you were struck by an automobile, it is necessary that you contact managing attorney Richard De Anda immediately after the accident. If you are not being represented by an attorney, the insurance company will always try to settle your case at the lowest amount possible, and in almost every case this compensated amount will not cover the expenses that you and your loved ones could have incurred after the accident. Additionally, it is very important that you receive medical attention for your injuries. The loss of use, breaking, or dislocation of extremities are fairly common following a collision between a pedestrian and automobile. However, while these may occur immediately following an incident, severe head trauma can’t be accurately diagnosed until several hours after the accident.
Pedestrians injured as a result of an accident involving a collision with a vehicle could have the following rights:
