Tennessee Pedestrian Accidents
If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedestrian accident, contacting the Tennessee pedestrian accident attorneys at Terry, Terry & Stapleton is the first step you should take to protect your right to seek financial compensation.
As the victim of a pedestrian accident, you likely face medical bills, lost income and other expenses. We have almost five decades of experience representing the injured and we can help you obtain the justice you deserve.
Call Terry, Terry & Stapleton today at 1-800-518-3779 or use our online contact form to arrange a free consultation.
More than 1,000 pedestrians are struck by vehicles in Tennessee every year, according to a 2008 report from the Tennessee Department of Safety. The injuries caused by these accidents can be catastrophic and often result in lifelong disabilities and unending medical expenses. Your injuries may result in other expenses as well. The pedestrian accident attorneys at Terry, Terry & Stapleton can help you seek compensation for expenses and damages including:
- Medical bills;
- Lost income;
- Loss of pension;
- Pain and suffering;
- Loss of household services;
- Loss of healthcare benefits;
- Loss of consortium – damage to family relationships resulting from the accident.
In the past five years, 371 pedestrians have died in Tennessee vehicle accidents, including 60 in 2008. As of October 2009, another 44 pedestrians had lost their lives in Tennessee pedestrian accidents.
If you have lost a family member or loved one as the result of pedestrian accident, the attorneys at Terry, Terry & Stapleton can provide you with excellent and compassionate representation in a wrongful death claim.
How can a Pedestrian Accident Attorney from Terry, Terry & Stapleton help you?
In order to receive financial compensation, you must prove that your injuries are the fault of another person. The lawyers at Terry, Terry & Stapleton have almost 50 years of experience and have the skills and knowledge necessary to thoroughly investigate your accident and document its cause.
The party responsible for your accident will be represented by lawyers dedicated to protecting the interests of their client. You need a pedestrian accident attorney from Terry, Terry & Stapleton fighting for you and your interests.
If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, important steps should be followed to protect your rights and improve your ability to receive compensation. If you have been in a pedestrian accident, you should:
- Call the police and insist that a police report is filed.
- Document the accident scene with photographs or video, and obtain the names, addresses and telephone numbers of all witnesses.
- Seek medical attention, even if you do not believe your injuries are serious. Some injuries develop long after an accident and worsen significantly over time.
- Make no statements about the accident other than to the police, your doctor and a lawyer of your own choosing. Truthful statements made in an attempt to be helpful can easily be misinterpreted and used against you.
- Do not sign any insurance or settlement documents without consulting a pedestrian accident lawyer.
At Terry, Terry, & Stapleton, we have worked hard to develop a reputation for success and dedication to our clients. If you have been injured, we will fight to ensure you receive the compensation and justice you deserve. Contact the Tennessee pedestrian accident attorneys today. Call us at 1-800-518-3779 or use our online contact form to arrange a free consultation.
SOURCES:
Tennessee Department of Safety – “Traffic Crashes in Tennessee Involving Pedestrians,” 09/10/08.
http://www.state.tn.us/safety/stats/CrashData/Pedestrians.pdf
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Traffic Safety Facts, 2004 - 2008.
http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/departments/nrd-30/ncsa/STSI/47_TN/2008/47_TN_2008.htm
NHTSA – Traffic Safety Facts, Overview – 2008.
