Hollywood Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

How to Take Legal Action After a Hollywood Pedestrian Crash

Did someone else’s negligence contribute to your accident injuries? Then you have the right to hold them accountable. The Hollywood pedestrian accident lawyers at Rosenberg & Rosenberg can help you do so by guiding you through the following steps:

• Figuring out what happened. Our legal team can visit the accident scene, collect evidence, and elicit testimony from witnesses and experts to gain the clearest picture of what occurred before, during, and after the collision.
• Determining a legal strategy. Every case is different, and so is our approach to each case. Rosenberg & Rosenberg carefully analyzes all of the evidence and information we collect to determine who is liable for your accident and how to hold them responsible.
• Confronting other parties. Whether we need to speak to the at-fault driver directly or deal with their insurance company, our pedestrian crash attorneys are always prepared to negotiate, disprove counterclaims, and advocate for you.
• Going to trial. While many cases end before the trial stage, we never make the assumption that a case will settle. The accident injury lawyers at our firm are prepared to protect your rights in the courtroom when and if necessary.

In short, our personal injury attorneys in Hollywood handle all aspects of the legal process. Throughout each case, we stay in close contact with our clients, informing them about what we are doing and answering questions as they arise. With our dedicated representation, you can trust that your rights will be protected and your best interests will be our top priority.

Our Attorneys Strive to Make Hollywood Safer for Pedestrians

Pedestrian accidents are a serious problem in Hollywood. According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), Broward County saw over 1,000 pedestrian crashes in 2022, which resulted in 828 injuries and 83 deaths.

At Rosenberg & Rosenberg, we believe that it is our duty to protect everyone in Hollywood by proving that there are consequences for those who disobey the rules and cause preventable traffic accidents. Call us now and find out what our pedestrian accident lawyers can bring to your Hollywood legal case.

Financial Compensation Can Make Life Easier After a Pedestrian Crash

You have the right to be able to walk down the street and navigate Hollywood by foot in complete safety. When someone violates that right, the results can be devastating—and you should not have to pay for them alone. Our pedestrian accident attorneys can seek life-changing compensation for:

• Medical bills, so you can pay for all of the treatments you will ever need to help you cope with your accident injuries
• Loss of wages, so you do not have to worry about rushing back to work or being unable to support your family if you can no longer earn a living wage
• Pain and suffering, which compels the negligent driver to pay for the physical and emotional distress they caused
• Disability, which provides you with extra financial support based on how badly and for how long your injuries will affect your life

How Compensation Helps After a Fatal Pedestrian Collision

Nothing can bring your loved one back, so you might ask yourself what is the point of pursuing damages. Our Hollywood wrongful death lawyers believe that making the at-fault party pay for your losses—including loss of companionship and financial support—can ease your burden and allow you more space to grieve without worrying about finances.

On behalf of everyone at Rosenberg & Rosenberg, we are sorry for your loss and want to help you find peace by holding the person responsible for your loved one’s passing accountable.

How Do Pedestrian Collisions Happen in Hollywood?

A pedestrian accident refers to any incident involving a collision between a vehicle and a person on foot. These accidents often result in injuries or fatalities for the pedestrian due to the significant size and force of the vehicle involved. Our Hollywood accident injury lawyers can handle cases involving:

• Distracted driving: It only takes a moment of inattention to miss seeing a pedestrian step into the roadway. Texting, eating, doing make-up, and looking at the dashboard can all cause a driver to miss what is right in front of them.
• Speeding: Excessive speed reduces a driver’s ability to react to unexpected situations, making it harder to stop in time to avoid hitting pedestrians who may be crossing the road.
• Failure to yield: Drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians at crosswalks, intersections, or while making turns put pedestrians at risk of being struck by a vehicle.
• Impaired driving: The dangers of driving drunk are well known, but driving high on drugs, legal or otherwise, can also affect a driver’s reaction time, coordination, and decision-making skills.
• Poor visibility: Low visibility conditions such as darkness, heavy rain, fog, or glare from the sun can make it difficult for drivers to see pedestrians, especially if the pedestrian is not wearing bright or reflective clothing.
• Failure to obey traffic signals: Our pedestrian accident attorneys can confront an accident driver who ignored traffic signals, stop signs, or pedestrian crossing signs.
• Reckless driving: Aggressive or reckless driving behaviors such as tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, or ignoring traffic laws pose a significant risk to pedestrians and other road users.
• Inadequate infrastructure: Poorly designed or maintained roads, sidewalks, and crosswalks can contribute to pedestrian accidents by creating hazardous conditions for both pedestrians and drivers. Our Hollywood law firm can examine the accident scene to see if the environment played a role in your crash.
• Driver inexperience: Inexperienced drivers may lack the skills and awareness needed to safely navigate roads with pedestrians, increasing the risk of accidents.
• Blind spots: Large vehicles such as trucks and buses have significant blind spots that can make it difficult for drivers to see pedestrians, especially when making turns or changing lanes.

The vast majority of these scenarios involve negligence and could therefore be prevented with cautious, respectful behavior. Our pedestrian accident attorneys can hold careless or negligent parties accountable on your behalf.

Who Is Liable for a Pedestrian Accident in Hollywood, Florida?

Many different parties may cause or contribute to a pedestrian crash. For example:

• If the driver of the motor vehicle was negligent (e.g., speeding, running a red light, distracted driving) and this negligence directly caused the pedestrian accident, our accident injury lawyers can hold the driver liable for your damages.
• If the driver was on the job at the time, their employer may be liable for that driver’s mistake. For example, if you were hit by a truck, our Hollywood truck accident lawyers can sue the trucking company.
• If the roadway itself was unsafe (e.g., missing traffic signs, debris in the road, broken lights), our legal team can hold the local government responsible.
• If more than one party contributed to your injuries—for example, if an unsafe roadway caused a speeding driver to lose control—our legal team can look into the possibility of suing multiple parties for compensation. This may take extra effort, but it is worth it to secure justice for your family.

How Does Modified Comparative Negligence Work in Pedestrian Crash Cases?

Florida uses a modified comparative negligence system, meaning that you can still recover damages if a jury finds you are partly responsible for the crash, but only up to a point. For example, if a jury finds a pedestrian is 20 percent at fault for the accident, their compensation will be reduced by 20 percent. If they are 51 percent or more responsible, they are barred from seeking any damages.

Rosenberg & Rosenberg wants to make sure you get the chance to recover all of the damages available to you based on the circumstances of your case. Let our Hollywood accident attorneys pursue fair compensation on your behalf.

Get a Free Evaluation From Our Hollywood Pedestrian Accident Law Firm

Trying to handle your bike accident case alone while also focusing on recovery can be overwhelming. At Rosenberg & Rosenberg, we understand the challenges you may face and are committed to providing compassionate support and vigorous advocacy every step of the way.

Our team of attorneys has a proven track record of helping accident victims obtain the compensation they deserve for their injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call today and find out at no cost or obligation to you how our Hollywood pedestrian accident lawyers can tackle your case.