Call Us Today When a car strikes a pedestrian, there is no bumper or seatbelt to absorb the blow, and the injuries are often serious. A pedestrian accident lawyer in Deerfield Beach can deal with the insurance company and help you understand what your claim is actually worth before you accept anything.
At Viles & Beckman, our Deerfield Beach personal injury lawyers treat your case with the care and attention we would want for our own family. We have helped injured people across South Florida since 1995, and we want to help you.
Here is what you should know after a pedestrian accident.
Do You Really Need a Lawyer if the Driver Was Clearly at Fault?
When a driver runs a red light and hits someone in a crosswalk, fault can seem obvious. Many people assume the insurance company will simply do the right thing and pay. That is rarely how it plays out.
Even in a clear-cut case, the insurer’s goal is to pay as little as possible. They may accept that their driver caused the crash and still argue that your injuries are not as bad as you say, that you share part of the blame, or that a fast, low settlement is fair. Fault being obvious does not make the value of your claim obvious, and that is where the disputes happen.
Florida follows comparative negligence rules, so whatever percentage of fault is assigned to you will reflect in the amount of money you recover. A pedestrian accident attorney in Deerfield Beach makes sure the full cost of your injuries is counted before anyone agrees to a number.
Expect More, Receive More: Legal Support That Feels Like Family
What Is My Case Worth?
It pays to knowwhat damages you can recover as a pedestrian accident victim. It reaches well beyond the emergency room bill.
When another party caused your crash, you may be able to recover:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of future income
The insurance company’s first offer rarely reflects all of this. Once you accept a settlement and sign a release, the case is closed for good, even if a new bill shows up next month. Reviewing an offer with an attorney before you accept can change what your claim is worth.
(239) 334-3933 What Does a Lawyer Do for Your Case?
Building a strong claim takes more time and effort than most people expect, especially while you are trying to recover. Your attorney takes on that work so you don’t have to. This means requesting traffic camera footage before it gets erased, tracking down anyone who saw the crash, and getting statements while the details are still fresh.
Your medical treatment matters just as much as the crash itself. An attorney stays in contact with your providers to make sure your records reflect the full extent of your injuries, and that documentation becomes the backbone of your claim.
Negotiating with the insurance company is often where a case is won or lost. Adjusters are trained to minimize what they pay, and they use specific tactics to do it, from disputing your injuries to pressuring you into a fast settlement. An attorney negotiates on your behalf and is prepared to file a lawsuit if the insurer will not offer what your claim is actually worth.
None of this costs you anything out of pocket. We take pedestrian accident cases on contingency, which means our fee comes out of what we recover for you. If we do not win your case, you owe us nothing.
Click To ContactThe Viles & Beckman 5-Star Promise
Our5-Star Promise is how we make sure you feel supported from the first call to the final resolution. It sets clear expectations for how we treat you and your case.
With our 5-Star Promise, you get:
- Prompt and accessible communication: You will speak with your attorney or case manager within 24 business hours of your call.
- Clear and honest legal guidance: We answer your questions in a way that is straightforward and easy to understand.
- Client-focused advocacy: Your case gets our full attention, with the kind of advocacy we would want for our own family.
- Collaboration and understanding: We work with you so your voice is heard in every decision that affects your case.
- Fair and transparent fees: We are upfront about costs, because we are invested in your success.
This is what “Expect More, Receive More” means to us. Legal support that feels like family, when you need it most.
Contact a Deerfield Beach Pedestrian Accident Law Firm Today
Getting hit by a car while walking is not something most people ever expect to go through. Viles & Beckman has spent more than three decades helping injured people throughout South Florida find their footing again, recovering over $100 million along the way.
Every case gets our full attention, no matter how small it might seem. There is no cost to talk to us and no obligation to hire us. We only get paid if we win your case, so reaching out carries no financial risk to you.
If a distracted or careless driver hit you while you were on foot in Deerfield Beach, let us look at what happened and walk you through your options. Call Viles & Beckman today to set up your free consultation.
