Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents are a common danger in Prince George’s County, where busy streets and intersections put pedestrians at constant risk. Drivers who fail to pay attention or follow traffic rules can easily cause accidents, leaving pedestrians with severe, often life-threatening injuries.

Without the protection of a vehicle, pedestrians are highly vulnerable to any collision.

If you or a loved one has been struck by a vehicle while walking, you deserve legal representation that will fight for your rights. Foran & Foran’s Prince George’s pedestrian accident lawyers have the experience to hold negligent drivers accountable. We also handle cell phone accidents and failure to yield cases, ensuring that all types of pedestrian injuries are addressed. Contact us to start your recovery process.

At Foran & Foran, we handle various types of pedestrian accident cases. Some of the common types of pedestrian-related incidents we manage include the following.

Backing-out accidents frequently occur in parking lots or residential areas, where drivers may fail to check their surroundings properly. Pedestrians, particularly children or elderly individuals, may be struck by vehicles backing out of driveways or parking spaces. These accidents can lead to severe injuries, including broken bones, head trauma, or internal injuries. Our team will investigate the accident, review surveillance footage, and work to hold the negligent driver responsible.

Distracted driving is a significant cause of Prince George’s County pedestrian accidents. When drivers use their cell phones to text, talk, or browse while behind the wheel, they put pedestrians at risk. Pedestrian injuries caused by cell phone distractions can be severe, with victims often suffering from head injuries, spinal cord damage, or other long-term disabilities.

A Prince George’s cell phone accident lawyer at Foran & Foran can hold distracted drivers accountable and fight for the compensation victims deserve.

Distracted driving isn’t limited to cell phone use. Eating, adjusting the radio, or interacting with passengers can take a driver’s attention away from the road, leading to pedestrian accidents. Victims of distracted driving accidents are often left with severe injuries that require extensive medical care and rehabilitation.

Our lawyers are skilled at proving negligence in distracted driving cases and securing compensation for injured pedestrians.

Texting while driving remains one of the most dangerous forms of distracted driving. The National Safety Council reports that texting while driving accounts for approximately 1.1 million accidents each year. Drivers who text while driving in pedestrian-heavy areas pose an even more significant threat, often leading to severe or fatal accidents.

Our legal team at Foran & Foran will investigate the driver’s phone records and other evidence to demonstrate negligence and seek justice for those harmed in these preventable incidents.

Eating or drinking behind the wheel may seem harmless, but it can distract a driver’s attention and lead to devastating pedestrian accidents. When drivers are focused on their food or drink instead of the road, they may fail to notice pedestrians crossing the street or walking along the sidewalk.

Victims of these accidents often face significant medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, all of which we will work to recover on their behalf.

Drivers are required by law to yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections. Unfortunately, many drivers fail to observe this rule, leading to pedestrian accidents that could have been prevented. Failure-to-yield accidents can occur in busy urban areas and quieter residential neighborhoods, often resulting in traumatic injuries.

A Prince George’s failure to yield to a pedestrian lawyer from Foran & Foran can investigate the circumstances of the accident and hold the negligent driver accountable for their actions.

Parking lots are common for pedestrian accidents, as drivers may be distracted or fail to check their surroundings when pulling out of spaces. Pedestrians walking between vehicles are particularly vulnerable, and accidents in parking lots can result in severe injuries.

Our legal team is experienced in handling parking lot accident cases and will work to ensure that injured pedestrians receive the compensation they need to recover.

Reckless driving in residential areas, where children often play, and pedestrians walk, is a significant danger. Drivers who speed, ignore stop signs, or fail to pay attention in these areas can cause life-threatening accidents. Pedestrians involved in these accidents are at high risk for catastrophic injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a reckless driver in a residential area, our Prince George’s reckless driving accident lawyers can help you pursue justice.

Intersections are high-risk areas for pedestrian accidents, particularly when drivers fail to stop at red lights or engage in risky behaviors like running yellow lights. Pedestrians in crosswalks are especially vulnerable to accidents caused by reckless or distracted drivers at stoplight intersections.

Our legal team will work to prove fault in these cases and fight for compensation to cover medical expenses, rehabilitation, and other losses.

If you or someone in your family was recently injured in a car accident, it’s important you understand your rights and what you can do to pursue them. At Foran & Foran, our Prince George’s County pedestrian accident attorneys have more than 85 years of combined experience aggressively representing the interests of pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, and passengers injured because of another’s negligence. We take pride in offering comprehensive representation designed to maximize your compensation and ensure that the recovery process is as smooth as possible. We also offer free consultations to all prospective clients and will not recover a fee unless we’re able to connect you with the compensation you deserve. To learn more and to schedule a free consultation with our Prince George’s County personal injury attorney, call us at 301-441-2022. You can also connect with us through our secure online contact form. We proudly represent clients in Hyattsville, Bowie, Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, La Plata, Silver Spring, Rockville, and the surrounding areas.