Do you need an attorney for a pedestrian accident involving a loved one or yourself in or Jonesboro or Clayton County, Georgia?
The Millar Law Firm has the experience you want.
Located in Clayton County on Main Street in Jonesboro, Georgia The Millar Law Firm has handled serious injury cases, including pedestrians hit by cars, trucks – and even sometimes motorcycles – for over 31 years. If a loved one was killed in a pedestrian and motor-vehicle collision, or if you were injured, you and your family may be entitled to full compensation.
Contact us today at 770-400-0000 for a free consultation, to learn your rights, and receive Justice for your Family.
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Why Choose The Millar Law Firm in Jonesboro for a pedestrian and car accident case?
Experience and Investigative Skill Matter: While pedestrian accidents usually involve serious injuries and can seem clear-cut, unfortunately at-fault drivers, and sometimes even the police, often blame pedestrians for “darting” into traffic or walking too close to the side of the road. While this is sometimes true, often a pedestrian is too badly injured (or worse) and unable to give his or her side of the story. This is where a fast investigation by an experienced local law firm can help you.
How do you hire an injury lawyer for your Jonesboro or Clayton County pedestrian accident case?
Just call, chat or email with us. Our consultations and investigations are free of charge. Contact us now, and our legal team – including several attorneys – will evaluate your accident case immediately at no charge to you. Our phones are answered 24/7 at 770-400-0000.
Pedestrian Accident Cases We Have Handled:
The Law Firm has handled numerous pedestrian and vehicular accidents in and around Clayton County, and Jonesboro, Georgia, locations include:
Busy roadways such as Tara Boulevard, Mt. Zion Road, Highway 85 in Riverdale, Highway 138 and Old National Highway
- Interstate highways – where innocent stranded motorists have been struck while changing a tire or waiting for emergency help
- I-75, I-285, I-85, I-675 high speed accidents where careless drivers have hit witnesses or first responders
- Residential neighborhoods where children are at-play, or people are working in their yards
- Local roads lacking sidewalks that do not provide a safe area for pedestrians to walk
- Children and adults hit while riding their bicycles, scooters, skateboards or e-bikes
Many of these incidents have happened on roads and highways that are poorly lit or marked, have heavy traffic and are filled with drivers distracted by their cell phones and other electronic devices.
Types of Injury Claims We Help Clients With:
Over the past 31 years, we have handled a wide variety of serious injuries resulting from cars or trucks hitting pedestrians, including:
- Wrongful death
- Broken bones
- Paralysis, full or partial
- TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) and Coma
- Head and facial injuries
- Scars, road rash, contusions and lacerations
- Damage to nerves and ligaments
- Back and Neck injuries
- Internal bleeding and organ damage (internal injuries)
How much are pedestrian accident cases worth?
The answer to this question normally depends on the severity of the injuries, whether the victim was killed, and the amount of available insurance or assets held by the at-fault driver or company. Generally speaking, pedestrians who are not-at-fault are entitled to recover past and future medical expenses, past and future lost pay, and compensation for trauma and pain suffered. In the case of a wrongful death, a family may recover the final expenses and the full value of the life that was lost.
How Does The Millar Law Firm Investigate Pedestrian Cases?
Because we have been in the local area for over 31 years, our law firm is able to investigate pedestrian accidents immediately. First, our attorneys will review the incident report and contact any witnesses. Our staff and investigators can quickly visit the scene, find out what the police report and witnesses say happened; and compare this information to the physical evidence and evaluate factors such as the visibility of the accident scene and debris left behind after the crash. Many law firms located further away can take days or weeks to begin their investigation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) IN GEORGIA PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT CLAIMS
How is Liability (also known as Fault) proven in a Pedestrian Accident?
When a pedestrian is injured in an accident with a car or truck, it can be difficult to determine who was at fault. They might have had the right-of way as they crossed paths within intersections but not outside of crosswalks where drivers must take extra care when visibility isn’t perfect due to darkness and rainstorms for example – factors that come into play during liability assessments depending on circumstances surrounding each particular case.
A thorough investigation is needed to determine if the oncoming driver saw or should have seen a pedestrian, if the impact happened in the roadway. If the accident happened on the side of the road or in a parking area, other factors must be examined such as whether the driver lost control of the vehicle, or whether a pedestrian shares some of the blame for not paying attention to surrounding traffic.
What local laws for Jonesboro, Georgia may apply in a pedestrian injury case?
The City of Jonesboro has several laws (local ordinances) enacted to improve pedestrian safety; these ordinances add to Georgia’s state laws relating to drivers and pedestrians.
Prohibited Signs. Sec. 86-487. The City of Jonesboro prohibits signs that obstruct the sight of motorists or pedestrians that create safety hazards. Signs must meet GDOT (Georgia Department of Transportation) safety and sight standards.
Pedestrian Travel in off-street parking lots. Sec. 86-412. Jonesboro requires that off-street parking lots that contain more than 20 spaces have raised sidewalks at least six-feet wide, with handicapped accessible approaches.
Construction and maintenance requirements. Sec. 86-493. The City prohibits any signs that are constructed in a way that hinders pedestrian or vehicle traffic, or that block entrances and exits to sidewalks, buildings, windows or fire escapes.
Special Events. Sec. 86-494. Jonesboro requires that any person or company holding a special event must put signs at least 10 feet out of the public right of way, and otherwise place signs in a way that does not block the view of drivers or pedestrians.
How much time do you have to bring a case? Time Limits and Statute of Limitations:
A person injured in a pedestrian accident has two years in which to file a lawsuit relating to that claim. If a pedestrian is killed, there is a two year period after death in which to file a wrongful death claim, and claims of the estate may, in some cases, be filed up to two years after an estate administrator is appointed – up to five years. Minors have up to two years past their 18th birthday to file a case.
Other rules may apply that lengthen, or shorten, the statute of limitations, so it is best to consult with an attorney as soon as possible when a pedestrian is hurt or killed.
How can I prove that the driver who caused the accident was distracted or texting?
In any pedestrian accident case, whether the driver was negligently using their cell phone or texting while driving should be investigated as a potential cause. Witnesses should be questioned and a request to preserve electronic data should be sent pre-suit, and if a lawsuit is filed, a subpoena or discovery request to the driver and their cell phone provider may be used. While it is not always possible to prove that a driver was texting, the electronic data can provide valuable clues.
Should I speak to an insurance adjuster or accept an “early” settlement offer?
If you have heard from an adjuster asking for a recorded statement or making a settlement offer very soon after a pedestrian accident, use caution. The insurance company is not trying to do you a favor, they are trying to save money by paying as little as they can get away with paying. A recorded statement can be used against you later if you are seeking additional compensation, and, likewise – if you accept a small quick settlement it may be difficult or impossible to re-open the claim at a later time. We reconmmend that you consult with a personal injury lawyer before giving a recorded statement or settling an injury claim.
Do pedestrians always have the right of way?
In Georgia, this actually depends on the circumstances. Pedestrians in crosswalks who are crossing with a traffic signal in their favor have the right of way. Pedestrians who are crossing outside of a crosswalk may have a harder time proving who had the right of way, as there are circumstances where a pedestrian who walks in front of oncoming traffic, even by mistake, can be at fault.
Experience and Focus: The Personal Injury Cases Handled by Our Jonesboro Attorneys
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Pedestrian Accidents are up significantly across the Atlanta Metro Area
Recent data from the Governor’s HSA shows that since 2000 the number of pedestrians hit and seriously injured has increased by nearly 30%. We are dedicated to reducing these statistics by helping the injured and raising awareness of drivers to the dangers associated with behavior such as distracted driving, texting, and using hand held devices – which is in large part causing the increase in pedestrian injuries and fatalities.
Need Legal Advice About a Jonesboro, Clayton County or South Atlanta accident?
If you have questions about a pedestrian accident, The Millar Law Firm will speak with you and evaluate your potential claim at no charge. Call today and you will speak with an attorney today. 770-400-0000. Or, you may fill in our contact form or chat with our office.
