Prescott Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Pedestrian deaths in automobile accidents have risen sharply in the United States over the past several years, peaking in 2023 at over 7,500 fatalities nationwide according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. Even if a collision between a car and an unprotected pedestrian does not result in fatal injuries, it may still cause debilitating and permanent harm to the pedestrian(s) involved, most of whom did absolutely nothing wrong and have nonetheless sustained life-altering injuries due to someone else’s misconduct.

Getting injured under circumstances like these can be traumatizing and infuriating in equal measure, and enforcing the rights you have under civil law to demand compensation for your ensuing losses can be virtually impossible without a skilled personal injury attorney’s help. Fortunately, the support you may need is available from a Prescott pedestrian accident lawyer with experience helping people like you through similar cases successfully in the past. Call Phillips Law Group today to learn more.

What Evidence Is Important for Pedestrian Crash Claims?

Anyone who has been struck and injured by a negligent driver while walking would be forgiven for thinking that a court would almost certainly side with them during a civil lawsuit over the incident, given how obvious it is that they were not to blame for their injuries. In reality, though, courts will not automatically side with anyone in a personal injury claim, and an injured pedestrian will need to prove through a “preponderance” — essentially, a majority — of available evidence that their injuries more likely than not stemmed directly from the misconduct of their named “defendant(s).”

This means it is crucial after a pedestrian accident for an injured person to collect and preserve as much evidence as possible that could be relevant to a future civil claim, paying particular attention to things like:

• Comprehensive medical records detailing the nature and severity of their injuries
• Photos/videos of the accident scene, as well as their injuries at various stages of healing
• Testimony from eyewitnesses
• Footage from surveillance/dashboard camera which captured the accident happening

Among many other things, a Prescott pedestrian accident attorney can help track down vital information and potentially enlist help from qualified experts in order to establish how a crash happened and exactly who is to blame for it.

Morgan W.

I felt they were more my friends than my personal injury lawyer and that isn't something you're taught it's something you have inside. If I ever needed a lawyer again Phillips Law Group Injury Lawyers would be my only choice. I can't recommend them enough. They are professional on every level and compassionate throughout. Thank you for everything.

Blanca D.

When in pain because of an accident all you want to do is focus on getting better and that is what did thanks to this firm. My family and I were set up with a Dr and Chiro right away. The treatment we received was great. I am extremely thankful for all the help we received and the outcome on the cases. Thanks to everyone involved on my case. A special thanks the intake specialist Rosalba who was very kind on the phone when I first called. I highly recommend this firm to anyone, they treat you like family.

Erika A.

I am so thankful for Ruthann and Maria. They both were amazing throughout the process. When Maria took over my case, I felt like I was being treated with empathy about my pain and experiences while treating. She also made sure to answer my questions. Maria always responded to my communication attempts and answered questions I had as they came up. She helped me with things I needed in regards to my case and helped ease the anxiety as bills piled up and my injuries were still being treated. I was able to contact her as I was treating and she helped find providers closer to my home to make it more accommodating for me. This helped me juggle work...

Santana D.

Ruby, Jennifer, Angela did me great over at this law firm. I will recommend them to anybody that has been in an injury in Phoenix Arizona they are awesome 😎. Got paid 6 months after my accident. Then out of the blue a couple years later they still contract me with another check $$$$$🤑😎🤑. Thank you....

Yunior R.

Philips Law Group offers outstanding customer service and a profound knowledge of personal injury law. Right from the initial call through to your office visit, they ensure you feel well-supported. A special mention goes to Ilse, the client experience coordinator. Her expertise in insurance policies is remarkable, and she articulately explains them in both Spanish and English. She skillfully navigates you through the process with empathy and understanding. A heartfelt thanks for the exceptional experience!

Art R.

Phillips was able to get me a good settlement after the first law group I called completely failed. Highly recommend you give them a call after your personal injury.

Rebecca M.

Philips was an awesome choice got me into the doctors offices for visits quickly and efficiently. I also want to give a big shout out to Michael the negotiator for Philips he went above and beyond to help my case get to the finish line! Also want to thank Jason and the friendly front staff.

Vallery A

Throughout the most stressful time Carmen and Donato managed to get me to the correct doctors and get the correct care I needed to make the whole process smooth and less stressful. They always answered any question or concern with professionalism and courtesy. They always valued my time as I valued theirs. Definitely recommend this great firm!

Martin K.

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Latosha E.

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Emily N.

My case closed yesterday and I RAN to make this review because of how exceptional my experience has been with Phillips Law Group! I received the best settlement I could've hoped for and am extremely happy with the outcome; but I especially wanted to shout out and give praise to Julianna, the Litigation Paralegal on my case. From the moment Julianna was assigned to my case almost two years ago, until the completion of the settlement process yesterday, Julianna's commitment to exceptional customer service, clear communication, and unwavering support truly stood out. I had so many questions -- from the legal process, to where to seek medical treatment, to questions about medical bills, to the negotiation process, and more --...

Ari

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Rich S.

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Getting Around Common Obstacles to Recovery

Another thing worth noting about pedestrian accident litigation is that it is not impossible for injured pedestrians to be found partially at fault for their own injuries by a court. Any amount of “comparative fault” assigned to an injured pedestrian based on their own negligent behavior — for example, trying to cross the street outside of a crosswalk, or stepping out suddenly into traffic from out of an oncoming driver’s view — could be held against them as a proportional reduction from their final damage award, in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes §12-2505.

A pedestrian injury lawyer in Prescott can fight on an injured person’s behalf to contest allegations along these lines and maximize available recovery. They can also ensure an injured pedestrian does not run afoul of the “statute of limitations” codified in A.R.S. §12-542, which generally gives people injured through the negligence of others a maximum of two years after their injury first occurs to file suit over it.

Let a Prescott Pedestrian Accident Attorney Help

Collisions between cars and pedestrians virtually always have much worse outcomes for the latter compared to the former. Despite that, you may have a surprisingly hard time recovering fair compensation — or possibly any compensation at all — for the harm you have sustained from an incident like this, especially if you try to do it alone.

Representation from a compassionate Prescott pedestrian accident lawyer can make a world of difference in how efficiently and effectively you get through the litigation process and what chances you have of achieving a favorable outcome from it. Call Phillips Law Group today to speak with one of our team members about your recovery options. We look forward to putting our 30 years of experience in the local community to work for you! Give us a call to learn more.