Fullerton Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Fullerton Pedestrian Accident Attorney
Fullerton is part of Orange County, CA, one of the busiest metropolitan areas in California. Every day, thousands of people throughout the area walk through busy streets, and pedestrians in Fullerton have the right to expect nearby drivers to use caution and yield the rightofway when appropriate. Unfortunately, not all drivers uphold their duties of care and some cause devastating pedestrian accidents.
Representing Pedestrian Accident Victims in Fullerton, CA
Suppose you or a loved one recently suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident caused by a negligent driver in the Fullerton, CA, area. In that case, it’s essential to know your rights to secure compensation for your damages. These incidents often result in catastrophic injuries that have life-changing effects on victims. Easton & Easton can provide the legal representation you need when you must file a personal injury claim against the driver responsible for your recent pedestrian accident.
Why Should I Hire a Fullerton Pedestrian Personal Injury Lawyer?
Even when fault for a recent personal injury seems perfectly clear, it is still essential to have legal representation on your side. Hiring an experienced Fullerton pedestrian accident attorney dramatically increases your chance of success with your claim. Your legal team will have the resources and experience necessary to establish fault for your damages. Additionally, they may uncover channels of compensation you may not have considered on your own. Many pedestrian accident victims discover their claims are worth much more than they initially estimated once they secure legal representation.
Easton & Easton aims to provide comprehensive and compassionate legal counsel to every client we represent. For example, if a negligent driver is responsible for your recent pedestrian accident, our team will do everything we can to secure the evidence you need to hold them accountable. We’ll also assist you in exploring the full scope of your claimable damages to maximize your recovery.
Proving Fault in Pedestrian Accident Claims
A pedestrian accident claim falls under the purview of California personal injury law. To succeed with their claim, the plaintiff must identify the party responsible for their damages and prove the defendant was negligent in a manner that directly caused those damages. Additionally, the plaintiff must provide a complete accounting of their claimable damages and proof they are the direct results of the defendant’s negligence and not some other cause. Your Fullerton pedestrian accident lawyer can help you obtain physical evidence from the scene of your accident, a copy of the police report, and eyewitness testimony to help support your claim.
Understanding California’s Pure Comparative Negligence Law
California enforces a pure comparative negligence statute, meaning personal injury plaintiffs may still recover compensation for damages even if they are partially responsible for causing those damages. However, plaintiffs who bear comparative negligence will lose some of their case award to reflect their shared fault. For example, if a judge determines a plaintiff is 25% at fault for damages in a $100,000 claim, the plaintiff loses 25% of the case award, receiving $75,000 instead.
In almost every pedestrian accident claim, the driver will bear greater liability for damages because drivers must meet a higher duty of care to prevent accidents than pedestrians. However, suppose a pedestrian crosses a street illegally or suddenly steps out into the street directly in front of a driver who has no time or space to stop. In that case, the pedestrian will likely absorb partial liability for the accident.
Recovering Compensation for Your Damages
Your Fullerton pedestrian accident lawyer can help you secure different types of compensation from the at-fault driver who caused your injuries. California law allows a personal injury plaintiff to recover their medical expenses, both immediate and future, as well as lost income. Your injuries could prevent you from working for a long time, and the defendant is responsible for the income lost during this time.
Additionally, plaintiffs have the right to claim compensation for their pain and suffering. Catastrophic spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries can easily cause lifelong medical complications or disabilities. Injuries that heal with appropriate care,such as bone fractures, can still be excruciating. Your Fullerton personal injury lawyer can help you determine a fair amount of pain and suffering compensation to seek with your claim based on the severity of your injuries.
Fullerton Pedestrian Accidents FAQs
The attorneys at Easton & Easton have years of experience representing Fullerton, CA, clients in many personal injury cases, including pedestrian accident claims. As a result, we know the typical questions these individuals have, and the following are some of the most frequently asked questions our team fields from prospective clients.
Q: Is It Worth Hiring a Fullerton Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?
A: Hiring a lawyer significantly increases your chances of success with your claim. If you are concerned about the cost of hiring an attorney, it’s essential to understand that the value they can potentially offer in your claim will easily cover the cost of their services. Easton & Easton strives to make legal representation affordable and accessible to those who need it most. We’ll carefully review our billing policy, so there are no surprises when it comes to the cost of our legal representation.
Q: How Long Will My Case Take?
A: Most personal injury claims will take a few months to conclude. The time required to complete your case depends on whether the defendant accepts liability and is willing to agree to a settlement. Some personal injury claims can take several months or more than a year to resolve.
Q: What Happens If a Pedestrian Accident Is Fatal?
A: In the event that a pedestrian dies because of the actions of a negligent driver, their surviving family would have grounds for a wrongful death claim against the driver. Wrongful death claims are similar to personal injury claims, and it’s essential to have an experienced lawyer assist you with this type of claim if you intend to pursue compensation for a loved one’s wrongful death.
Contact Easton & Easton for Pedestrian Accidents
Ultimately, pedestrian accidents are often damaging and traumatic, and a victim and their family can easily feel lost in the aftermath. If you need guidance and support in ascertaining your legal options after a pedestrian accident in Fullerton, CA, the team at Easton & Easton is ready to assist you. Contact us today and schedule a consultation with an experienced Fullerton pedestrian accident lawyer.
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Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 20 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
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Doug Easton has held the "AV Preeminent" Rating for over 30 years, and Matt Easton received this prestigious distinction in 2015. The AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards, based on the legal profession's oldest peer review rating system — dating back to 1887. When your peers have trusted your ability and integrity for over three decades, that says everything.
We were recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a the #1 Personal Injury Settlement in Los Angeles County in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian Easton was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2015. ABOTA is one of the most premier associations of trial attorneys and judges, requiring a proven track record of jury trials as lead counsel and approval by a majority vote of the ABOTA board. Membership isn't given — it's earned in the courtroom.
Travis Easton, Gabe Mendoza, and Brenda Kocaj were selected to the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 — an invitation-only honor recognizing the nation's top young trial attorneys. At Easton & Easton, experience and ambition work side by side.
Easton & Easton was honored for securing a $20,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2019 by TopVerdict.com.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 — based on skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews. A perfect score. No room for higher.
Easton & Easton was honored to have been chosen by the LA Times Reader's Choice Poll as "The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" for 2018-2020 (each year the voting took place).
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2016 by TopVerdict.com.
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