A pedestrian suffered fatal
injuries after being struck by a vehicle while he was in a marked crosswalk.
According to a news report, a driver
was negotiating a turn when he hit a pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered
critical injuries and was transported to an area trauma center, where he died a
few hours later. The accident is still under investigation, but police do not
believe alcohol or drugs were factors.
Under California law, drivers are
required to stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians who are walking in
marked and unmarked crosswalks. If the driver is found at fault, he/she can be
held liable for the pedestrian’s wrongful death.
A wrongful death attorney can
ensure that the family’s rights are protected and decide the best course of
action in recovering the maximum compensation for funeral and burial expenses,
anticipated and future lifetime earnings, loss of love, care and companionship,
and other damages related to this pedestrian accident. An experienced attorney can
also help determine whether dangerous or defective road conditions were
contributing factors. If the road conditions are determined to be dangerous to
the public, the city may also be liable for the pedestrian’s wrongful death.
While the family may eventually
receive a financial settlement to compensate them for their loss, it can be a
long and complicated process. The last thing they need to deal with during the
pain and grief process is legal and financial issues. Yet, it is important to
avoid the trap of agreeing to settle too early for too little.
When plaintiffs in a pending claim
experience a shortfall in their finances, they may benefit from a “lawsuit loan”, known more
accurately as lawsuit funding.
Lawsuit funding is a valuable
service that removes the financial pressure to settle too early for too little
compensation, and allows plaintiffs to continue with the litigation so they
receive the compensation and justice deserved.
The only eligibility requirements are
attorney representation and a strong case. There are no application fees,
credit checks, employment history verifications, or monthly payments. Once an
application is completed and case documentation is received, the underwriters at
Lawsuit Financial will review
the case for funding. If approved, we can wire transfer or overnight mail the
cash advance within 24 – 48 hours. Best of all, lawsuit funding is a
non-recourse cash advance meaning if the plaintiff loses the case, the lawsuit
funding is excused and the money does not have to be repaid.
Don’t let bills pile up and ruin
your credit. If you are seriously injured or lost a loved one in a pedestrian-auto
accident due to the negligence of someone else, you may be able to recover
damages for medical bills, funeral expenses, loss wages, and pain and suffering.
Begin by contacting an attorney who specializes in handling pedestrian
accidents. Once your case is filed, contact Lawsuit Financial before the agreeing
to a less-than-favorable settlement. A request for funding can be handled
online or over the phone. We also provide free funding consultations.
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