Services in: Pedestrian Accident Claims Hit & Run Accident Claims Personal Personal Injury Claims Road Traffic Accident Claims Pedestrian Accident Claims Pedestrians, particularly children, are among the most vulnerable people on the UK's roads. Thousands of collisions every year result in serious, life-changing injuries. As a pedestrian, you could face danger from a vehicle on the pavement, in the road or at a crossing. Accidents could be caused by negligent driving – whether that means driving too fast, driving under the influence of drink or drugs, ignoring traffic lights, or simply not paying attention. Our lawyers have experience in handling compensation claims for pedestrian accidents of all kinds. Pedestrians are vulnerable to serious injury without the protection of a vehicle or any safety equipment in a collision. Children are at particular risk of pedestrian accidents, but people of all ages suffer injuries that are serious and life-changing. As evenings become darker in the autumn and winter, the risk of accidents increases and they can be more common. Tragically, hundreds of pedestrians are killed in vehicle collisions every year, and our pedestrian injury solicitors could also help you claim compensation following the death of a loved one. We know that the physical and psychological impacts of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian can be incredibly traumatic. We've helped people make pedestrian injury claims following accidents that have left them with: Broken limbs Back or neck injuries Paralysis Head and brain injuries If you or a loved one has suffered an injury, or if a loved one has died as a result of a pedestrian accident, call us on 0800 056 4110 or contact us online for a free initial consultation about your case. Most of the claims we handle are on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that you don't need to worry about paying anything upfront, and that you won’t have to pay any legal fees if your claim isn’t successful*. No Win No Fee* Accredited personal injury experts Client liaison managers to help access specialist support Specialist road traffic accident investigation team Call us for a free initial consultation 0800 056 4110 Or we can call you back at a time of your choice Request a call back Phone lines open 24/7, 365 days a year Contact us today For a free initial consultation Freephone 0800 056 4110 Prefer not to call? Use our form Your name* Your email* Your phone number* How can we help?* Enquiry type Pedestrian Accident Compensation Claims Road Traffic Accident Claims Hit & Run Accident Claims This data will only be used by Irwin Mitchell for processing your query and for no other purpose. Glen Edney Partner Meet the team
Pedestrian Accident Compensation Claims - More Information How Much Compensation Can I Expect To Receive For A Pedestrian Accident? How much compensation you can expect to receive following a road traffic accident will depend on a number of factors related to your injury, its circumstances, and the support and rehabilitation you require as a result. The amount of compensation you could claim is based on a variety of factors including: Current and future loss of earnings Medical and travel expenses you have incurred Your care and support needs – both now and in the future Modifications to your home Mobility aids Your pain and suffering For more information, visit our page on guide compensation amounts or call us on 0800 056 4110, and we'll be happy to discuss your options in a free initial consultation. Can I Make A No Win No Fee Pedestrian Accident Claim? Many of our cases are funded with a No Win No Fee agreement. This means that there’s no financial risk* to you when making a compensation claim. At the start of your case we’ll discuss funding options with you, advising you which we think is most suitable. If you have legal expenses insurance (LEI) or are covered by a trade union policy, these may be best for you. Legal expenses insurance is included in many household insurance policies, so it’s always worth checking whether you’re already covered. If we think you’re best supported by a No Win No Fee agreement, we’ll explain the process clearly. This involves setting up an insurance policy that will protect you, at no cost to you. You’ll only have to pay anything when your claim is successful – your opponent will pay most of our fees. Please visit our No Win No Fee page for more information on how it works. How Long Do I Have To Make A Pedestrian Accident Claim? You normally have three years from the date of an accident to begin a compensation claim – or three years from the date of turning 18 if the incident happened when you were a child. If your accident happened outside of the UK, time limits can be shorter. In this instance, it's vital that you contact us as soon as possible in this case. Different rules apply for untraced drivers schemes in different countries and it is essential to take specialist legal advice as early as possible. If you have any concerns or questions about the time limit for claiming compensation, call our team today on 0800 056 4110 for free initial advice and to talk through your options. Can I Get Early Compensation Payments? Early compensation payments, also known as interim payments, are payments made in advance of any final settlement. They’re only made in an agreement with your opponent, if they admit that they're responsible for your injuries. Interim payments can be used to replace loss of earnings, so you can afford to pay essential bills if your injury has meant you’ve been absent from work, as well as covering the cost of specialist medical care or mobility equipment. If we are able to trace the driver of the vehicle involved in your accident, we'll work hard to get an early agreement from the MIB to accept your case and agree an interim payment, to relieve any immediate pressures you’re feeling. Meet The Experts Our personal injury team deals with thousands of successful claims each year, and our award-winning team of dynamic and effective lawyers are recognised as leaders in their fields. Meet our team of road traffic accident solicitors. I would certainly recommend Irwin Mitchell to friends and family. The support I’ve received has been fantastic.” Stewart, client
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