Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Salem, NH

Our Salem, NH Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Gets You The Compensation You Deserve

Walking along the streets of Salem or through the parking lot at Rockingham Plaza shouldn’t be dangerous, but for thousands of pedestrians each year, a simple stroll ends in serious injury. Distracted or negligent drivers cause most pedestrian accidents, although some may be caused by an errant cyclist or due to uneven, properly maintained walking surfaces. Whatever the reason, if you were hurt in a pedestrian accident you didn’t cause, you have the right to file a lawsuit for damages against the at-fault party. Our Salem, NH pedestrian accident lawyer can help you understand your opinions and represent your legal interests.

Welts, White, and Fontaine, P.C., attorneys advocate for injured people like you. You may have suffered painful, disabling injuries or have had your ability to work or care for your family affected. We seek the fullest compensation available in your claim and handle all the related legal matters on your behalf. Contact us today for a free consultation.

How Our Attorneys Help Pedestrian Accident Victims

Getting hit by a car is scary, and with nothing between you, the car, and the hard pavement, your injuries are likely grave. Brain trauma, compound fractures, massive “road rash,” and internal organ damage can leave you laid up for weeks. Our lawyers prepare your claim, starting with drafting the initial complaint and answering all legal (and other) communications from the other side.

We review the circumstances of the accident to find evidence of the driver’s negligence. The driver may have been paying attention to their phone instead of people in their path, speeding through a crosswalk, or, in the case of an accident caused by hazardous surfaces, negligently maintaining their property. Then, we build the case based on New Hampshire personal injury laws and prepare to present it to a jury.

Many pedestrian accident claims are settled out of court in negotiations between the two parties. Our attorneys are trained negotiators who take the lead in dealing with the at-fault party. We usually get a much better settlement than the insurance company would have initially offered you.

Compensation Available In Pedestrian Accident Claims

The purpose of filing a lawsuit against the driver (or other party) is to help you recoup all the financial losses you suffered because of the accident. This includes:

• All necessary medical care, including prescriptions and physical therapy
• Lost wages from time you missed at work
• Lost earning potential if you become disabled to the point where you can no longer do your job
• Property damage (many people drop their phones, for example)
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma

Our Salem pedestrian accident lawyer accurately values all your losses, including the non-economic ones like pain and suffering and the trauma of being hit by a car. Part of our case-building includes working with experts, like a vocational expert, who can help us justify the amount we ask for. Your interests are our interests, and at Welts, White, & Fontaine, P.C., we’re here to protect you and help you get the compensation you deserve. If you have been hurt in a pedestrian accident, please contact us today for a free consultation.