Pedestrians share roads and sidewalks with vehicles daily, but accidents can lead to serious injuries. If you’ve been injured due to a driver’s negligence, a Kenosha pedestrian accident lawyer can help protect your rights and secure the compensation you deserve. The attorneys in our personal injury law firm have years of experience providing legal representation for injury victims, and we stand ready to help you.
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Who Is a Pedestrian by Wisconsin Law?
Under Wisconsin statute 340.01(43), pedestrians include people on foot, in wheelchairs, or working near roads or vehicles. Pedestrians have the right-of-way, and drivers must yield to them whether they are on crosswalks, sidewalks, or other areas.
Do I Need a Kenosha Pedestrian Accident Attorney?
If someone else’s negligence caused your accident, you can file a personal injury claim without a lawyer. However, an experienced Kenosha personal injury lawyer can help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Our attorneys have the skills to investigate the accident, gather evidence, negotiate with the at-fault driver’s insurance company, and take your personal injury lawsuit to trial if needed.
Common Causes of Wisconsin Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents in Kenosha occur for various reasons, some of which include:
Failing to obey traffic laws like yielding to pedestrians
Drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs
Poor road conditions
What to Do When Pedestrian Accidents Occur in Kenosha
When traffic accidents involving a pedestrian occur:
Seek medical treatment immediately and keep all medical records.
Call 911, report the incident, and keep the police report.
Get the driver’s name, contact, and insurance details.
Collect witnesses’ statements and contact information.
Take photos of the accident scene and any injuries.
Contact our law offices for a free initial consultation.
Who Is Liable for Pedestrian Crashes in Kenosha?
In addition to a reckless or negligent driver, other parties may be held liable for a pedestrian accident, including:
Government agencies responsible for maintaining safe roads and sidewalks
The vehicle manufacturer, in the case of a faulty car component
A third-party driver who caused the primary driver’s distraction or impairment
Can I Recover Compensation for a Kenosha Pedestrian Accident?
Under Wisconsin personal injury law, an injured person may recover:
Medical expenses and future medical bills
Lost wages and future loss of income
Pain and suffering
Compensation for disfigurement or disabilities
A wrongful death settlement
How Much Is My Kenosha Pedestrian Accident Case Worth?
Experienced attorneys assess the value of cases for injured pedestrians, taking into account factors such as:
Severity of injuries/type and duration of treatment
Extent and permanency of physical impairment or disfigurement
Whether the victim can work after the accident
The value of lost wages and income replacement
Emotional distress or pain and suffering
How Much Time Do I Have to File a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit?
In Wisconsin, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases involving a pedestrian is typically three years from the date of the incident.
Contact Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Today
Contact a Kenosha pedestrian accident lawyer at our law firm if you or a loved one has sustained serious injuries in an accident caused by the negligence of someone else. We offer potential clients a free consultation with a personal injury attorney to review your case and advise you on the best course of action to recover monetary compensation.
If you’ve been injured due to a driver’s negligence, a Kenosha pedestrian accident lawyer can help.
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Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
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$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
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$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
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$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
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$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
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