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Philadelphia Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Drivers of motor vehicles have a responsibility to watch for pedestrians on the road. Pedestrians always have the right away, even if there is no designated crosswalk. Unfortunately, many drivers fail to exercise precaution, and every year a pedestrian is severely injured or killed when hit by a car.

Our lawyers can help ensure that your rights are protected.

At the personal injury law firm of Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman, P.C. — the law firm of MyPhillyLawyer.com — we bring more than 100 years of combined legal experience to our clients in pedestrian accident cases. We focus our attention on personal injury law, so we know how to put together strong cases that protect our clients' right to financial damages.

If you or a loved one was injured in a pedestrian accident in Pennsylvania, please contact us today toll-free at 866-920-0352 for a free, no obligation consultation.

Recovering Compensation

Whenever an automobile or commercial vehicle hits a pedestrian, catastrophic injuries and even wrongful death are likely to occur. We diligently prepare and research every case as if for trial, and as a result, have been very successful in helping our clients to obtain the compensation they deserve. In addition, our attorneys have experience with developing adequate Life Care Plans for people with injuries such as head trauma, spinal cord damage and more.

Our goal is to recover the maximum compensation our clients are entitled to receive for their injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, long-term care and other costs.

Important Pedestrian Accident Facts

If you or a member of your family were injured by a motor vehicle is a pedestrian accident, there are some important facts about Pennsylvania auto insurance law and your rights that you should know:

  • In pedestrian-vehicle accidents, insurance coverage issues are important. In general, when a motor vehicle strikes a pedestrian, they are deemed full-tort — regardless of whether they carry full-tort coverage on their auto insurance or not.
  • If a pedestrian has no auto insurance policy of their own, they may still be eligible to collect benefits under the Pennsylvania Assigned Claims Plan. Pedestrians injured by bicyclists may be able to collect damages under homeowners' policies.

Contact Us for No Risk Representation

When we say "no recovery — no fees or costs," we mean just that. If our lawyers are unable to obtain a judgment or settlement in your case, you owe us nothing.

For a free consultation to discuss your pedestrian accident case, call or contact a personal injury attorney at Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman today.

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