CLICK HERE FOR LIVE CHAT SUPPORT

Pedestrian Accidents

Every year, 4,000 to 5,000 pedestrians are killed in the United States. In one recent year, Texas ranked in the top 10 of all states in the number of pedestrian fatalities per 100,000 residents. In 2007, 397 Texas pedestrians were killed, and pedestrian fatalities increased by 5 percent from 2007 to 2008, according to the Texas Department of Transportation, which reported 438 pedestrian fatalities in 2008.

Pedestrian accident victims hit by negligent motorists may be entitled to legal damages.  The attorneys of Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC are ready to provide you with a free case evaluation when you contact us toll-free at 1-800-863-5312 or via our online contact form. We will protect your rights and fight for you anywhere in Central Texas, including the cities of greater Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Hutto, and Austin areas.

What sets Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC apart from other law firms is our dedication to our clients. When you choose Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC to handle your pedestrian injury claim, you will deal directly with your attorney -- regardless of the size of your case. We believe client service is key, and we treat every case equally. At Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC, our primary mission is to help people.

Pedestrians are particularly vulnerable to injuries and fatalities since they lack the protection that a motor vehicle provides to its occupants.  Crashes involving pedestrians and cars are a serious problem in the United States. Speeding is a contributing factor in 31 percent of all fatal crashes and has serious consequences when a pedestrian is involved. A pedestrian hit at 40 miles per hour has an 85 percent chance of being killed. At higher speeds, motorists are less likely to see a pedestrian -- and less likely to be able to stop in time to avoid a collision.

Pedestrian-car crashes occur most often during morning and afternoon rush hours, when the traffic levels are highest. Fatal pedestrian crashes typically peak later in the day, between 5 and 11 p.m., when darkness and alcohol often prove to be a deadly combination.

Pedestrian accident occur on all types of roadways in Texas but most often occur on crowded urban roads where pedestrians and motor vehicles must share a tight space.  Factors other than speed and drinking that may lead to a pedestrian accident include:

  •  Poorly lit roadways;
  •  Lack of crosswalks;
  •  Driver’s failure to obey traffic laws;
  •  Driver distraction.

Pedestrian accident victims often incur high medical bills and long recoveries that require them to miss time from work. The financial impact can be daunting.  While no amount of money can take away the pain or undo the harm suffered by a pedestrian accident victim, the experienced attorneys of Heselmeyer Zinda, PLLC are sympathetic to your plight and dedicated to helping you recover what you need for a full recovery, including money for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering and other damages as allowed by law.

Our attorneys provide personal attention to every client and work in the best interest of each family. We encourage you to contact us today for a free case consultation. We can be reached at our Austin office at 512-246-2224, our Dallas office at 214-390-6249, or toll-free at 1-800-863-5212. You can also contact us online.  Our attorneys work with clients who have claims throughout Central Texas, including the Round Rock, TX, Georgetown, TX, Cedar Park, TX, Hutto, TX and Austin, TX areas.