Lake County Personal Injury Law Firm Represents Injured Pedestrians
Indiana Attorneys Focus on Pedestrian Accidents
A pedestrian who is hit by a vehicle is at a great disadvantage in terms of force, size, and weight, especially if the vehicle is speeding. Some of the injuries common in pedestrian accidents include:
- Soft tissue injuries. Bruises, dislocations, lacerations, tears, strains, and sprains that can require extended periods of treatment.
- Fractures. Although broken bones are typically treatable, some can be disabling, they can still cause chronic pain.
- Head trauma.* The force by which the pedestrian is struck by an automobile can result in a variety of head injuries, including concussions, a fractured skull, bleeding in the brain, and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
- Internal bleeding. Damage to blood vessels or internal organs can lead to internal bleeding, sometimes resulting in organ failure, shock, and even death.
- Pelvic injuries. Usually caused by severe trauma, pelvic fractures are common in pedestrian-vehicle accidents.
- Spinal injuries. An abrupt blow to the spine can fracture the vertebrae, disrupt the signals transmitted between the brain and the body, and result in permanent injury.
- Emotional trauma. Some pedestrians sustain serious emotional damage after being struck by an automobile and suffering injuries that can be enduring and extremely painful.
- Death. Due to the size of motor vehicles and the general lack of protection for the pedestrian, those who are struck by an automobile are at a high risk of death.
The severity of pedestrian injuries depends on many factors, including speed, the force of the impact, the part of the body struck by the vehicle, as well as vehicle design.
Contact an Experienced Lake County, IN Pedestrian Accident Attorney Today
Were you seriously injured in a pedestrian accident in Lake County, Indiana? For legal advice, contact the personal injury attorneys at Kelly Law Offices, LLC online or call 1-800-859-8800 to discuss your potential for recovery today. There is never a fee unless you collect!
