Recoverable Damages in a Pedestrian vs. Car Accident Case

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Recoverable Damages in a Pedestrian vs. Car Accident Case


• A pedestrian vs. car accident can be devastating and result in very serious injuries to the pedestrian that was hit. • The injured person has the right to recover damages for his or her injuries.

The types of damages a pedestrian is entitled to receive fall into the following four categories:


Medical expenses: The negligent driver is liable for the injured pedestria ’s curre t a d future

edical expe ses.


Lost wages: If the pedestrian misses work because of his or her injuries, the negligent driver is liable for compensating the pedestrian for lost time from work.


Pain and suffering: A court may award pain and suffering damages through a personal injury lawsuit after the defendant is found liable.


Loss of quality of life: If an accident causes a pedestrian to give up his or her normal, everyday activities with their family and children, he or she can sue for loss of quality of life.


• If you have sustained injuries because of a negligent driver, we can help. • We offer skilled representation backed by many years of experience in handling accident claims. • We are prepared to fight for the compensation you deserve.


Contact Us

The Reinken Law Firm Stamford: 203-541-0090 Danbury: 203-491-4404 Bridgeport: 203-418-7037 Greenwich: 203-489-2825

www.connecticutaccident.net


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