PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM - PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT
If you are a pedestrian who has been hit by an automobile you need to be aware of your rights.
The driver of a vehicle must give the right of way to a pedestrian who is in a crosswalk.
If you have been crossing a highway at a point other than in a crosswalk, you must give the right of way to an approaching vehicle.
Despite this, you are not necessarily at fault if you have been hit by a vehicle when not in a crosswalk.
The driver of an approaching vehicle is not excused from the duty to drive with due care and attention regardless of whether a pedestrian has complied with the rules.
A driver of a vehicle is required to reduce his or her speed in the presence of a pedestrian if it is clear that a danger to the pedestrian is present.
However, the duty to drive with due care and attention is not triggered by the presence of a pedestrian but requires the driver anticipate the possibility of this risk or danger to a pedestrian.
If you are a pedestrian who has been hit by a vehicle you will need the help of a qualified British Columbia personal injury lawyer to help you with your motor vehicle insurance claim.
We recommend you contact our Vancouver Law firm for a free consultation with a British Columbia personal injury lawyer.
FREE CONSULTATION
You will meet with our full time receptionists who will refer you to one of our Vancouver personal injury lawyers, either John Mickelson or one of his associates will conduct your first intake interview.
You will be asked basic information about your pedestrian accident.
Generally we can offer you initial legal advice about your personal injury rights as a pedestrian under BC law.
This ICBC or personal injury claim interview is free of charge.
If you so choose, you will be provided with an appointment for a sign-up interview where we will explain how we will work for you as well as our fees.
Our Vancouver law firm emphasizes personal contact and attention to each client and will work hard to ensure you receive fair and equitable compensation for your personal injury.
And remember, NO RECOVERY, NO FEE.