Pedestrian Accident Attorneys in Hattiesburg

Fighting For Pedestrian Accident Victims in Mississippi

If you were struck by a vehicle while walking down the street, you may be entitled to compensation. Pedestrian accidents are some of the most severe collisions that can happen on the road. When a car or truck collides with a pedestrian, the pedestrian is almost always seriously injured or killed.

You will need to prove that the driver was at fault. You will also need to prove that you were injured and that the injuries are significant enough to warrant compensation. To help you make these cases, turn to a pedestrian accident lawyer at Johnson, Ratliff & Waide, PLLC. 

Our firm can help you seek justice and obtain the compensation you need to pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Call our firm at (601) 202-8570 to get started.

Who Is Liable in a Pedestrian Accident in Mississippi?

In most pedestrian accidents, the driver of the vehicle is liable for the damages. However, you may be able to hold multiple parties liable if the accident was caused by a defective product or dangerous roadway condition.

In most cases, the driver of the vehicle is liable for the damages caused in a pedestrian accident. However, you may be able to hold multiple parties liable if the accident was caused by a defective product or dangerous roadway condition.

Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be able to hold the following liable:

• The driver of the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle is almost always liable for the damages caused in a pedestrian accident. If the driver was driving negligently, such as speeding or texting while driving, they will likely be held liable for the accident.
• The vehicle manufacturer. If a vehicle's design was defective, the manufacturer may be liable for the damages caused in a pedestrian accident. Defects in vehicle design may include poor visibility, poor brake reaction time, and other issues that make it more likely that a driver will hit a pedestrian.
• The roadway designer. If a dangerous roadway condition caused the accident, such as a poorly designed crosswalk, the designer of the roadway may be liable for the damages. A poorly designed crosswalk may make it difficult for pedestrians to cross the road safely. If the driver was not paying attention and hit a pedestrian in a crosswalk, the designer of the crosswalk may be liable for the damages.

How Our Team Can Help You

After being hit by a vehicle while walking down the street, you may be left with serious injuries. You may need to miss work and may not be able to work in the future due to your injuries. You may need to pay for expensive medical bills, as well as other damages, such as lost wages.

You deserve compensation for your injuries. At Johnson, Ratliff & Waide, PLLC, our pedestrian accident attorneys can help you. Our firm can represent you in your case against the driver of the vehicle, as well as potentially liable third parties.

How Much Compensation Can You Get?

The amount of compensation you can receive in your case will depend on the severity of your injuries. You will also need to prove that you were injured and that the injuries are significant enough to warrant compensation. 

Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be able to receive compensation for the following:

• Medical bills. If you have already been to the doctor and had medical treatment, you may be able to receive compensation for your medical bills. Your medical bills will likely be a major part of your claim.
• Lost wages. If you were unable to work after the accident and cannot work in the future due to your injuries, you may be able to receive compensation for your lost wages. You may also be able to receive compensation for future lost wages if you will not be able to work in the future.
• Pain and suffering. If you were injured and suffered pain as a result, you may be able to receive compensation for your pain and suffering. 
• Punitive damages. In some cases, you may be able to sue the driver of the vehicle and potentially liable third parties for punitive damages. Punitive damages are meant to punish the liable party. If the liable party acted with malice, you may be able to sue for punitive damages.

For an initial consultation, call us at (601) 202-8570 or fill out our online form.