East Cobb Pedestrian Accident

Georgia pedestrians are at risk whenever they leave their homes. The Peachtree State has one of the worst records for pedestrian safety in the nation. In fact, Georgia routinely ranks as one of the five most dangerous states for pedestrians, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association.

Ponton Law opened its doors to help accident victims obtain financial compensation and a measure of justice. Our legal team has obtained large settlements for people hurt in all types of accidents, including pedestrian collisions. Call us today to schedule a consultation. We can review the circumstances surrounding your accident and advise you of your rights.

Pedestrians At Risk

Pedestrian accidents are so common in Cobb County that they regularly make the news. In the past year we have seen:

• A 12-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle while crossing Sewell Mill Road near Danforth Drive.
• A collision in Powder Springs seriously injured a pedestrian. The accident happened at the intersection of Forest Hill and Buck Road when a truck driven by an 18-year-old struck a 23-year-old pedestrian who was not inside a marked crosswalk.
• A young girl died after being struck by a car in Kennesaw. The driver was charged with DUI and first-degree vehicular manslaughter, among other crimes.

These accidents illustrate the importance of pedestrian safety. Anyone walking should remain vigilant and follow all pedestrian laws, such as only crossing at an intersection and using a sidewalk where available. If you or a loved one is hurt, then please reach out to Ponton Law to discuss a possible personal injury claim.

Collisions Cause Major Injuries

Our clients often call from the hospital where they are trying to recover from:

• Facial injuries
• Whiplash and neck injuries
• Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal column damage
• Heart contusions
• Collapsed lungs
• Multiple and compound fractures
• Nerve damage
• Road rash or other abrasions
• Paralysis

We Hold Careless Drivers Accountable

Most pedestrian accidents are caused by careless or reckless driving. A motorist can easily slam into a pedestrian due to:

• Texting and driving
• Intoxication
• Fatigue
• Failing to yield
• Refusing to use mirrors while backing up
• Running a red light
• Speeding or driving too fast for conditions

Georgia is a “fault” state for accidents. When a negligent driver is to blame, we can submit an injury claim on his or her liability insurance. Let us collect relevant evidence to support your case. Motorists often point the finger at pedestrians, claiming they darted into traffic without warning or were jaywalking. Any contributory negligence can reduce the compensation you receive, so we need to fully understand what happened to minimize your own contribution.

We May Bring a Claim Against Other Parties

A minority of accidents are caused by non-motorists. We can still bring a negligence claim against them for failing to prevent foreseeable accidents. These defendants include:

• Manufacturers if a vehicle defect caused a motorist to lose control of their vehicle.
• Mechanics for failing to perform necessary repairs or doing shoddy work which makes a vehicle dangerous to drive.
• Employers, if you were struck by a driver working at the time of the collision.
• Property owners when a defect on the property contributes to an accident.
• Taverns or bars for serving a person who struck you while intoxicated.

Let our East Cobb pedestrian accident lawyers review. When we can add other defendants, we can often increase the money available for our clients.

Our Clients Should Receive as Much Compensation as Possible

Pedestrians can suffer some of the most horrifying injuries in a collision. They are completely vulnerable and are often thrown into the air. Both the initial impact and landing on the ground end up causing major bodily injuries.

Our legal team will seek fair compensation from all defendants to cover:

• Diagnostic tests
• Doctor’s appointments and treatment
• Surgical costs and hospital stays
• Prescription medication
• Rehabilitation and physical therapy
• Lost income or wages
• Future losses, such as future surgeries or loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Disfigurement
• Mental anguish

Insurance companies try to pay as little as possible. Never verbally agree to a proposed settlement until you meet with a lawyer at our firm. We can often negotiate with the other side to increase the amount you receive.

We Are a Full-Service Law Firm Helping Injured Pedestrians

Ponton Law is a results-oriented law firm with deep experience in personal injury law. Our founder worked for the insurance industry for years before switching to help accident victims. He knows how insurance adjusters value claims, and he speaks their language. This experience allows our firm to obtain favorable results for our clients.

If you hire our firm, we can:

• Answer any questions you have and review the strength of your claim based on your memory;
• Analyze liability for the accident, including whether any third-party is partially to blame;
• Find additional evidence in support of your claim, such as witnesses who have not spoken to the police or surveillance video which captured the incident;
• Review applicable insurance policies to see if your accident is covered;
• Complete forms and submit information as requested by insurance companies;
• Demand relevant evidence for your case, such as any cell phone records in the possession of the driver who hit you;
• Negotiate for fair compensation for your injuries, including financial compensation for pain and suffering;
• Pursue all methods of resolving a case, including mediation or litigation.

We Meet All Statutory Deadlines

Unfortunately, accident victims do not have an unlimited amount of time to sue the driver or other party responsible for an accident. Instead, Georgia law gives you two years in most cases. This is a hard deadline. If you go over—even if only by accident—you will lose the ability to sue. That will mean no compensation, and a negligent driver gets away without needing to pay you a dime.

Ponton Law always keeps an eye on relevant deadlines. You can help your case enormously by calling our firm today.

Schedule an Appointment with our East Cobb Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Were you involved in a pedestrian crash? Get the legal advice you need by calling Ponton Law. If hired, we can immediately start representing your interests in negotiations with an at-fault driver. Our firm offers free, no-obligation consultations to anyone hurt in a collision.