Major metropolitan areas are often loved for their walkability, but sometimes that is a double-edged sword; large cities are typically more dangerous for pedestrians, and that is certainly true of Jacksonville, Florida’s most populated city. According to a new report by Smart Growth America, Jacksonville is the 6th deadliest city for pedestrians in the entire United States. Hundreds of pedestrians are seriously injured here every single year. If you’ve been struck by a vehicle while walking, jogging, or running in Jacksonville, you’re not alone, and we can help you! The Florida Law Group’s experienced Jacksonville pedestrian accident injury lawyers can explain your options and fight to get you the compensation you deserve. Call today to schedule a free consultation and learn more!
Being Hit By A Negligent Driver Can Be Expensive.
Tragically, a single mistake that you didn’t even make could end up drastically changing your life. Pedestrian accidents tend to be some of the most life-changing and expensive because of their nature; you were completely unprotected when you were hit, and your injuries may be catastrophic. Depending on the extent of the injuries you suffered, you may face paying thousands, tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands of dollars or more in medical expenses, for things like:
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- Ambulatory transportation
- Emergency room care/Intensive unit care
- Imaging tests (like X-rays, CT scans, etc.)
- Bloodwork/transfusions
- Surgery or multiple surgeries
- Hospitalization
- Medications
- Medical devices (crutches, wheelchair, boots, braces, etc.)
- Chiropractic care and/or physical therapy
- Emergency dental work
- Mental health counseling
- Copays and deductibles
- And more.
You will also likely need to take days, weeks, or potentially months off of work to rest and recover, using up sick and vacation days or foregoing wages entirely. The accident may leave you with permanent injuries and require you to either seek out a new career or not be able to work at all. Besides all of these economic costs, there are also other costs of your injuries that don’t have a number, but definitely have an impact – the pain you endure, not being able to participate in your favorite hobbies or travel while you recover, suffering from depression that was a result of the accident.
Why Do You Need To Work With Jacksonville Pedestrian Accident Injury Lawyers?
If the accident wasn’t your fault, you shouldn’t have to pay for anything out of your own pocket; your own insurance company and the insurance company of the driver who hit you are responsible for covering all of the costs you incurred. Unfortunately, insurance companies lose money when they pay out claims to pedestrian victims. Because they are more concerned with protecting their bottom line than you, they will do everything in their power to deny or devalue your claim. That’s why you need our highly skilled Jacksonville pedestrian accident injury lawyers on your side!
We can help you file a claim and negotiate with the insurer for maximum compensation. We can investigate the accident, gather evidence and documentation, communicate with them, and ultimately work to pursue a fair settlement that reflects what your injuries are actually worth. Trying to secure damages on your own can be a frustrating and exhausting process; we’ll take care of everything so you can relax and focus on getting better, and having representation forces the insurers to pay attention to you. If we can’t reach a favorable amount through negotiations, we’re not afraid to take them to court! The Florida Law Group is dedicated to winning.
Why Choose The Florida Law Group?
Since 1984, our personal injury law firm has recovered over $1 billion on behalf of injured plaintiffs. We have over 100 years of combined experience on our team, and we have been recognized for excellence by many prestigious legal organizations such as the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the Best Lawyers in America, and others. Our knowledge and experience can give you an advantage!
We are passionate about serving the Jacksonville community, and about going the extra mile to serve our clients specifically. We understand how devastating being injured in an accident can be, so our Jacksonville pedestrian accident lawyers will take the time to listen to you, answer all of your questions, help you understand your legal options, and connect you to quality medical care or financial aid or anything else you need!
Because we believe that everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status, deserves legal help (and because your injuries have likely placed you in a difficult financial position), we proudly offer all of our legal services to clients on a contingency fee basis. You only have to pay us back if and when we recover damages, at which point our fee is repaid directly as a percentage of your settlement. It’s a win-win, no-risk model that can give you and your family peace of mind!
Call Our Expert Legal Team Today!
There is a statute of limitations in Florida when it comes to winning compensation following a pedestrian accident; don’t wait until it’s too late! Call our Jacksonville pedestrian accident injury lawyers today to schedule a FREE consultation.
