Denver Pedestrian Accident Attorney

Seeking Justice After a Denver Pedestrian Accident

For more than 30 years, the team at Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers in Denver has stood up for injured individuals and their families and gone to battle against careless drivers and insurance companies. We’re here to be your voice, your guide, and your fierce advocates during this painful chapter of your life. When you need a Denver pedestrian accident lawyer you can trust, turn to The Strong Arm® for help.

Denver Pedestrian Accident Guide

• Why Choose Our Denver Pedestrian Accident Lawyers to Handle Your Claim?
• How Do Pedestrian Accidents Occur in Denver?
• How Do I Know If I Have a Valid Pedestrian Accident Claim?
• How Can a Denver Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Help Me Get Compensation?
• What Types of Compensation Can I Receive from a Denver Pedestrian Accident Claim?
• What Should I Do After Suffering Injuries in a Pedestrian Accident?
• How Long Do I Have to File a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit in Denver?
• Do You Have a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Near Me?
• Frequently Asked Questions: Denver Pedestrian Accidents

Why Choose Our Denver Pedestrian Accident Lawyers to Handle Your Claim

Pedestrians often suffer catastrophic injuries from collisions with cars and other vehicles. Unlike people in cars and trucks, pedestrians have virtually no physical protection, which means the force of the impact of a crash is almost always worse. 

Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers cares about our clients’ injuries and needs. Our Denver-based pedestrian accident attorneys are skilled, compassionate advocates you can trust. We offer:

• Compassionate Counsel: Our attorneys will treat you with utmost empathy and respect, taking time to understand your unique needs and goals.
• Tenacious Advocacy: Insurance companies fight to protect their bottom line; we fight to protect our clients’ rights and futures. We don’t accept lowball settlements and are willing to take cases to trial if that is what’s best. 
• Extensive Resources: Pedestrian accident claims demand thorough investigations, consultations with medical experts, accident reconstruction, and other efforts to build an effective case. We have the resources to level the playing field and mount an aggressive claim on your behalf.
• Proven Results: We’ve successfully handled more than 50,000 cases and recovered over $2 billion for our clients. We cannot guarantee the outcome of any case, but we know what it takes to win and will bring the same grit and tenacity to your pedestrian accident case.

Reach out to us today for a free case review. We’ll inform you of your options and advise you on the best course of action. If you have a valid pedestrian accident claim, you can count on us to thoroughly prepare your claim and help you navigate the process to get the compensation you need.

How Do Pedestrian Accidents Occur in Denver?

Common causes of pedestrian accidents in Denver include:

• Distracted driving, such as texting, calling, eating, or fiddling with radio/navigation
• Speeding, especially in urban areas with heavy foot traffic
• Failure to yield right-of-way to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections
• Failure to account for large blind spots
• Running red lights or stop signs
• Drunk or drugged driving
• Fatigued driving
• Reckless driving, road rage, aggressive maneuvers
• Inexperienced or unlicensed drivers
• Backing up without looking
• Failure to account for weather or poor visibility

In some cases, pedestrian accidents are not caused by careless drivers. Instead they are the result of vehicle malfunctions, road hazards, or inadequate crosswalk lighting/signage. There are other options to pursue in such cases.

How Do I Know If I Have a Valid Pedestrian Accident Claim?

If you sustained significant injuries and losses as a result of a collision, and you were found no more than 49% at fault, then you should have a valid pedestrian accident claim. Our team can review your case and assess how best to move forward.

You should know that even though insurance companies make the initial determination of fault, they do not have to have the final say. Our Denver pedestrian injury attorneys know how to challenge those initial assessments of fault in order to maximize your recovery. 

Pedestrian accident claims can quickly grow complicated, especially if liability isn’t crystal clear or insurance companies try to shift more blame onto you. Having savvy legal counsel is critical for proving the essential elements, building a robust case, and advocating for full and fair compensation.

How Can a Denver Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Help Me Get Compensation?

While money alone can never heal the trauma and turmoil your family has endured, securing compensation can provide a lifeline as you piece your life back together.

Our Denver pedestrian accident attorneys will handle every aspect of your claim and fight to obtain the financial recovery you need. We’ll meticulously review and gather essential evidence like police reports, surveillance or dash cam footage, cell phone records, and eyewitness testimony. We’ll also work with trusted medical experts to assess the extent of injuries and project your long-term care needs. By building a comprehensive, evidence-backed case, we’ll be well-positioned to fight for a stronger, better compensation package for you. 

Our attorneys are seasoned negotiators who will advocate fiercely for your rights and interests in dealings with insurance companies. We know the tactics insurers use to limit payouts, and we won’t let them get away with lowball offers or unfair denials. If negotiations fail, we’ll take your case to a jury. 

Time and again, our tenacious approach has yielded substantial results for clients, with numerous multimillion-dollar case outcomes. While we cannot guarantee a particular outcome, as each case is unique, our attorneys have the skills, resources, and determination to pursue the best possible resolution for you.

What Types of Compensation Can I Receive from a Denver Pedestrian Accident Claim?

Depending on the circumstances of your pedestrian accident and the severity of resulting injuries or losses, you may recover compensation for:

• Current and future medical expenses related to the accident
• Lost wages from missing work during recovery
• Reduced future earning capacity due to debilitating injury
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and mental anguish
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Long-term disability
• Property damage

If you lost a loved one in a fatal pedestrian accident, you may file a wrongful death claim. This type of claim seeks compensation for losses like:

• Medical expenses incurred prior to death
• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of the deceased’s income and benefits
• Loss of care, companionship, guidance, and support
• Mental pain and suffering of surviving family

After a pedestrian accident, injured parties may not know how much money they can get or what types of compensation are available. Insurance companies exploit this vulnerability, pressuring people to accept meager settlements before they understand the full extent of their losses.

Our knowledgeable attorneys will assess your case’s unique factors to determine the maximum compensation you deserve and help you understand your legal rights and options.

What Should I Do After Suffering Injuries in a Pedestrian Accident?

After a pedestrian accident, your first priority should be seeking prompt medical treatment, even if you believe your injuries are minor. Some serious conditions like traumatic brain injuries and internal bleeding don’t immediately manifest but can quickly turn life-threatening without medical intervention. Seeking immediate medical attention may make the difference between healing and living with a chronic injury. It will almost certainly make a difference in your case, as insurance companies may use any gaps in your treatment against you if they can. 

If you’re able, try to gather key evidence at the accident scene, including photos of injuries, vehicle damage, traffic signs/signals, and road conditions. Get contact and insurance information from the driver, along with names and numbers of any eyewitnesses. (Avoid admitting any blame or apologizing to the driver, as these statements can be used to challenge your claim.)

If you called 911, police will show up at the scene and that will automatically trigger a police report. If you did not call 911, you can still phone the local police and report the accident. This will also trigger the creation of a police report, which can be a valuable piece of evidence in your claim for compensation. 

Then, contact an experienced Denver pedestrian accident attorney at Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers. The sooner you retain us, the sooner we can get to work on your case.

How Long Do I Have to File a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit in Denver?

In Colorado, the statute of limitations for pedestrian accident lawsuits is generally three years from the date of the crash if a vehicle hit you. If the accident wasn’t vehicle-related, or you lost a close family member, you may only have two years to bring a lawsuit against the at-fault party. If the at-fault party is a government entity, you may have to file an administrative claim as early as 180 days post-accident.

However, certain factors can extend the filing window. For example, if you don’t discover your injuries right away, the court may allow the statute of limitations clock to start running from the date of discovery rather than the accident date.

Don’t wait to start the legal process. If the statute of limitations expires before you take action, the court will almost certainly dismiss your case and you’ll lose the right to seek damages. Call Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers as soon as you can so we can get started.

Do You Have a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Near Me?

Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers has two offices in Denver:

1. 1245 Colfax Avenue, Suite 302, on the corner of Lafayette.
2. 4704 N. Harlan Street, Suite 205, near the corner of W. 48th, overlooking Lake Rhoda.

Both office locations have nearby bus stops and plenty of parking. We maintain additional offices in Aurora, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Glenwood Springs, Greeley, Grand Junction, Lakewood, Littleton, Longmont, Pueblo, and Thornton for your convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions: Denver Pedestrian Accidents

Contact a Denver Pedestrian Accident Attorney Today

Denver Pedestrian Accident Lawyer, Franklin D. Azar

If you or a loved one suffered harm in a Denver pedestrian accident, don’t let the insurance companies take advantage of you and don’t try pursuing compensation on your own. Get The Strong Arm® on your side! The experienced Denver personal injury attorneys at Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers provide the guidance, support, and powerful advocacy you need during this challenging time. To discuss your legal options and learn how we can help, call or contact us today for your free, no-obligation consultation. Our attorneys are ready to listen, advise, and fight for the justice you deserve.

Frank Azar Car & Truck Accident Lawyers – Denver Office

4704 N Harlan St
Suite 205
Denver, CO 80212
P: (303) 529-2104