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Millions of locals and tourists traverse New Orleans by foot every year. The city’s French Quarter, Marigny, and Central Business District areas are among the most walkable in the nation. While it’s fantastic that people can enjoy the sights and sounds of the city by walking, they must also be wary of New Orleans pedestrian accidents.
According to Louisiana’s Center for Analytics & Research in Transportation (CART), there were 741 fatalities and 8,480 injuries suffered by pedestrians in Louisiana between 2014 and 2019. As the state’s most walkable city, the majority of those injuries and fatalities happened in New Orleans. If you or a loved one have been injured while walking in New Orleans, Mike Brandner Law can help you seek compensation.
New Orleans Pedestrian Accident Caused by Motor Vehicles
Carelessness and recklessness by drivers are some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents. Car, motorcycle, and truck drivers sometimes strike pedestrians, which can cause grave injuries and even wrongful death. Reasons for accidents between pedestrians and motorists include:
- Reckless driving
- Speeding
- Failure to yield the right of way
- Driving under the influence (DUI)
- Distracted driving
Pedestrian Accidents Caused by Property Owners
Pedestrians are sometimes injured because of negligent property owners. Hazardous walking conditions can be created by:
- Wet surfaces
- Damaged pavement
- Obstructed paths
- Loose carpet
- Insecure handrails
- Damaged floorboards
- Broken stairs
- Poor lighting
Property owners are responsible for maintaining safe conditions for pedestrians. If you’ve been injured due to a negligent property owner, you may be entitled to compensation.
What Should I do if I am Involved in a Pedestrian Accident?
Trade contact and insurance information with the driver. If the driver flees the scene before ascertaining whether you’re alright or exchanging information, immediately call law enforcement. After you’ve dealt with those issues the first thing you should do is seek medical attention. Your injury claim will be primarily based on the diagnosis of a doctor. You may find it difficult or impossible to successfully collect damages if you cannot prove your injuries were a direct result of the driver’s actions.
Once you have received medical care, you should also report the accident to the police and consult with an experienced personal injury attorney if you have not done so already.
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If you’ve been injured while walking in New Orleans, contact Mike Brandner Law pedestrian accident lawyer team at (504) 345-1111. Our staff will listen to your situation carefully and treat you with the utmost compassion. When the time comes, we will vigorously fight for you in order to win the highest possible settlement. Remember, we do not collect fees unless we win your case, so contact us today!