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Protect Your Rights After a Pedestrian Accident in Louisiana

Pedestrians in New Orleans face serious risks from careless drivers and heavy traffic. A pedestrian accident can leave you with severe injuries, mounting medical bills, time away from work, and uncertainty about what to do next.
 

If you or a loved one was hit by a vehicle while walking in New Orleans, you may be able to pursue a personal injury claim to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses. At The Womac Law Firm, we have represented injured people in Louisiana since 1983. Our team handles pedestrian accident claims, deals with insurance companies, and works to hold negligent drivers accountable.

If you were injured in a pedestrian accident in New Orleans, our team is here to help you understand your rights and legal options. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your personal injury claim.

Understanding Louisiana Pedestrian Accident Laws

Louisiana pedestrian laws can directly affect fault and compensation after an accident. Drivers are required to watch for pedestrians and yield when the law requires it, especially at intersections and crosswalks. Traffic laws, crash reports, witness statements, and other evidence can all play a role in determining liability.

Louisiana also follows a comparative fault system. This means an injured pedestrian may still recover compensation even if they were partly at fault, although the amount may be reduced. If you were crossing with the light, using a designated crosswalk, or acting with reasonable care, those facts may help support your claim.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Common causes of pedestrian accidents in New Orleans include:

  • Distracted driving
  • Speeding
  • Drunk driving
  • Failing to yield the right of way
  • Running red lights or ignoring traffic signs
  • Failing to stop at crosswalks
  • Fatigued driving
  • Pedestrian intoxication

Pedestrian accidents often happen in busy areas with frequent vehicle and foot traffic. In New Orleans, that can include Canal Street, St. Charles Avenue, and major intersections throughout Orleans Parish. Crowded conditions during festivals, parades, and other major events can also increase the risk of a serious collision, including incidents involving transit vehicles and bus accidents.

Common Injuries from Pedestrian Accidents in New Orleans

Pedestrian accidents can cause serious or catastrophic injuries, even at lower speeds. 

Common injuries include:

  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Internal organ damage
  • Cuts, lacerations, and abrasions
  • Chronic pain
  • Mobility limitations
  • Cognitive complications
  • Permanent disability

These injuries may require emergency treatment, surgery, rehabilitation, follow-up care, and long-term medical support. At Womac Law Firm, we work to document the full effect of your injuries, including treatment needs, lost income, future care, and how the accident has changed your daily life.

Call (504) 470-3935 or fill out and submit an online contact form to request your free, no-obligation consultation today.

Get the Compensation You Deserve With The Womac Law Firm in New Orleans

If you were injured by a negligent driver, you may be able to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. At The Womac Law Firm, our pedestrian accident attorneys in New Orleans build claims that account for both current and future injury-related losses, including those involving pedestrians hit in truck accidents.

We handle negotiations with insurance companies, investigate the accident, and work to hold all responsible parties accountable. Led by Ed Womac, our team has decades of experience representing injured people in New Orleans and throughout Louisiana.

Types of Compensation Available After a Pedestrian Accident

  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Hospital bills
  • Follow-up care
  • Future medical expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Reduced earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of consortium or harm to family relationships
  • Other damages are allowed under Louisiana law in certain cases

A pedestrian accident claim can include both financial losses and the personal impact of the injury. The value of a claim depends on the severity of the injuries, the cost of treatment, time missed from work, and how the accident has affected daily life.

Determining Fault & Liability in New Orleans Pedestrian Accidents

The fault in a pedestrian accident claim depends on the actions of everyone involved. Louisiana follows a comparative fault system, so liability may be shared between the driver and the pedestrian. Evidence such as police reports, witness statements, video footage, and scene details can all help show what happened and who was responsible.

At Womac Law Firm, our New Orleans pedestrian accident lawyers investigate factors such as failure to yield, distracted driving, road conditions, signage, lighting, and other local conditions that may have contributed to the crash. We use that evidence to build a strong claim and keep you informed through each stage of the case, including cases involving commercial vehicles and 18-wheeler accidents.

Call (504) 470-3935 The Womac Law Firm today and let us "Put the Womac on 'Em.” Get started with a free consultation by calling (504) 470-3935. 

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