A pedestrian knockdown is one in which someone on foot (the pedestrian) is struck and knocked down by a car, bicycle, truck or motorcycle. These impact accidents can happen anywhere at anytime of day but the vast majority occur after the sun has gone down and outside of a designated crosswalk. As winning Calabasas pedestrian knockdown lawyers, we know the devastating effect this type of personal injury or wrongful death accident can have on your life and are ready to get started helping with your case today.

3 Things to Know About Calabasas Pedestrian Knockdown Accidents

Here are three things to know about Calabasas pedestrian personal injury accidents:

1. You can still file a suit even if you were jaywalking: Whether you are crossing outside the crosswalk or some other action that played a role in your accident, you can still file a lawsuit. While drivers are often fully at fault for these accidents, don’t assume that you are barred from filing a case…it can still be worth a lot of money too
2. Medical Bills: Most people don’t plan for the astronomical medical bills that can come from a devastating Calabasas pedestrian knockdown accident. This is money you can recovery in a winning lawsuit is intended to cover these bills and more and if you need help while your case is in progress, we can help setup a medical lien too.
3. Contingency Fee: In addition to not having money for the expenses that come with your accident, many probably don’t think they can afford a lawyer but you can always afford Walch Law. We take all our cases on a contingency fee basis which means that you don’t pay anything for one of the best Calabasas personal injury law firm unless we win your case.

In Calabasas and all of California, you have two years from the date of your hit walking accident to file a lawsuit before you lose your chance forever. Known as the statute of limitations, this is one deadline you do not want to miss! At Walch Law, we are ready to get started the day you hire us. Let our 40+ years of experience and 98% success rate give you confidence in your personal injury legal representation. Call now to learn more.