Omaha Car Accident Lawyers

Legal Counsel for Pedestrian Accident Victims

Did you know that the most dangerous place to be in a car accident isn’t necessarily in one of the cars? Pedestrians are injured in car accidents at a higher rate today than they ever have before. While there are a number of suggested reasons for this, there’s no denying that pedestrian accidents are a serious issue that can cause life-changing injuries. If you have been injured as a pedestrian, you should not hesitate to call an Omaha car accident attorney as soon as possible to begin reviewing your options; you could be eligible to receive substantial compensation.

At Carlson & Burnett, we have many years of experience helping victims of pedestrian accidents seek financial relief for their injuries. Attorney Clete Blakeman has more than 25 years of legal practice experience that they can put to work for your case. We believe that everybody deserves justice when they have been injured, but unfortunately justice is rarely guaranteed, and in many cases must be fought for. Our attorneys are powerful and trustworthy allies in and out of the courtroom, and can help you obtain the outcome to your case you are seeking after you have been injured.

For more information about your rights as a pedestrian in a car accident, call the Omaha car accident attorneys at Carlson & Burnett today at (402) 810-8611 to schedule a case evaluation.

Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Despite safety features like elevated sidewalks, dedicated crosswalks, and pedestrian-specific walkways, the number of pedestrians injured or killed in car accidents every year continues to rise. In fact, more than 4,700 people were killed and 66,000 were injured in the year 2013 alone. That’s an average of one person killed just over every two hours.

Common causes of pedestrian accidents include:

• Distracted drivers
• Jaywalking/crossing unsafely
• Speeding
• Loss of vehicle control
• Poor visibility of a pedestrian

Preventing Pedestrian Accidents

Preventing a pedestrian accident is a two-way street; both drivers and pedestrians themselves can follow a few best practices and make the roads safer for everybody. For drivers, always be alert and on the lookout for potential pedestrians, especially in slower areas with a large number of cars parked along the side of the road. Be extra cautious around crosswalks and intersections. Always follow the speed limit, and pay particularly close attention to the sides of the road when driving through a neighborhood or school zone.

For pedestrians, always cross at an indicated crosswalk, or at a well-lit area if one is not available. Never step out from between two parked cars or where a driver cannot see you. Stay alert, don’t become distracted by an electronic device, and if you are about to cross a street, make sure all vehicles see you and come to a stop; make eye contact to be sure.

Seek dedicated legal counsel for your injury claims; contact Carlson & Burnett today!