Summerfield Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Getting hit by a car can change every aspect of your life. It can leave you with catastrophic injuries, a total inability to work, and considerable pain and suffering. Your injuries and losses can cost you thousands on the first day alone. This can be especially frustrating if another person caused those injuries. However, this also means you may have several options for covering your injuries.

A Summerfield pedestrian accident lawyer at Meldon Law can help you explore your options and fight for the compensation you deserve. Call today to get started with a free consultation.

Why You Want a Summerfield Pedestrian Accident Attorney From Meldon Law on Your Side

Marion County has its fair share of lawyers. But those lawyers don’t have what we do.

Decades of Experience

Our team has over 50 years of experience representing injured people throughout Florida. And we have recovered millions for injured Floridians in that time. You can review our case results to better understand the settlements and awards we’ve recovered for motor vehicle accident victims.

We Fight for You Like You’re One of Our Own

Meldon Law is a family firm, and we treat you as such. And we fight tooth and nail for our family. You never need to worry about how dedicated we are to you and your claim.

Our Reputation Precedes Us

Insurance companies and defense teams know we’re a force to be reckoned with, inside and outside the courtroom. When you work with us, insurers know they can’t mess with you.

We Truly Care About You

Many law firms are just case mills. They settle for what they can get and move on, even if their clients need and deserve more. That’s not us. We genuinely CARE about you. Our team is Compassionate, Accountable, and Reliable, and we always strive for Excellence and Success in everything we do.

We don’t back down from a fight, no matter how big the other side is.

Can I Afford a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?

Yes. Hiring our team costs you nothing upfront. The consultation is free, and you pay no upfront costs to get started. In fact, you only pay us if and when we win your case.

We will review our contingency fee agreement with you before we get started so there are no surprises. There is no risk when you enlist our help.

What We Can Help You Recover in a Pedestrian Accident Claim

You may be aware of some of the damages you may be entitled to, such as medical bills and lost wages. However, our team will ensure we document, value, and fight for every last dollar. Your damages demand could include:

• Both current and future medical bills, such as emergency transportation to HCA Florida Summerfield Emergency or Ocala Hospital’s Trauma Center, emergency treatment, prescription medications, surgeries, bone setting, road rash debriding, and assistive devices
• Lost wages and benefits
• Lost earning capacity
• Miscellaneous expenses related to your accident, such as renovating your home or vehicle to accommodate a disability or transportation to and from out-of-town specialist appointments
• Pain and suffering
• Other non-economic damages

Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are too often fatal. If your loved one passed away after being hit by a car, you deserve justice. Our Summerfield wrongful death lawyers can help you hold the negligent driver accountable. We know you are likely not concerned with compensation at this time; however, a settlement or award can allow you the space to grieve without worrying about covering your new expenses.

Who Will Cover My Pedestrian Accident Injuries?

In most cases, the driver’s insurance will cover you.

Per Florida’s personal injury protection (PIP) law, all drivers must have PIP coverage. This covers the driver, any passengers, and any pedestrians they hit. You can receive up to $10,000 in medical benefits and lost wage coverage.

This may seem like a lot of money, but $10,000 goes quickly after a pedestrian accident. If this is the case, we may be able to file a claim with the driver’s liability insurance coverage.

Our team will explore all options to get you the compensation you need.

How Long Do I Have to Take Action After a Pedestrian Accident?

Florida’s statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit. If you fail to do so within those time limits, the court will likely reject your suit. While you have the right to continue negotiations with the insurance company, you won’t have any leverage. This means that you will likely end up accepting much less than you deserve.

We recommend that you get in touch with us as soon as possible after your accident. This will give us the time to build a robust case and abide by the statute of limitations.

Can I Recover Compensation If I Was Partially At Fault for the Accident?

Yes. Florida follows a “modified comparative negligence” law, meaning you can recover compensation, even if you contributed to the accident. However, there are two important conditions.

• You cannot be more than 50% at fault for the accident.
• Your percentage of fault will decrease what you can recover. For example, if investigators deem you 30% at fault for the pedestrian accident, you can only recover 70% of your final award.

This is why we never recommend anyone handle a pedestrian accident case on their own. It’s too easy for the driver’s insurance company to claim that you caused or contributed to the accident. If you don’t have a personal injury attorney on your side, the insurer can trick you into admitting fault or accepting much less than you deserve.

See What Our Summerfield Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Can Do for You

The team at Meldon Law is dedicated to helping our neighbors after serious injuries. See how we can help you during a free consultation.

Call today. We are standing by, ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work.