Car Pedestrian Collision

In Jacksonville, Florida and other busy cities, pedestrians are at risk for personal injuries any time that a pedestrian attempts to cross the road or even when just walking or standing near a road, street, or highway. Let's face it - a pedestrian is no match whatsoever for any sized motor vehicle, even just a compact motor vehicle. As such, when a pedestrian is the victim of a car - pedestrian collision - the personal injuries can be quite serious. Whether the personal injuries are short or long term in nature, it is often helpful to the injured pedestrian to have the advice, guidance, and legal representation of an experienced Jacksonville car-pedestrian accident lawyer.

David Wolf has over 30 years of experience representing injury victims throughout the State of Florida. As the author of 12 books that focus on personal injury issues, David Wolf is keenly aware of the issues and challenges that present themselves in personal injury cases and claims. David Wolf is the author of the book titled - Florida Automobile Accidents - Personal Injuries - Keys to Protecting and Enforcing Your Legal Rights. He is also the author of the book - When the Wheels Stop Spinning - Legal Rights of the Injured Child - What Parents Need to Know After the Accident. This book has chapters on auto accident injuries, bicycle accident injuries, pedestrian accident injuries, and other topics. You can get this and other books for free by completing the Contact Us form on this website. Children including those in or near school zones and bus stops are especially at risk for a car - pedestrian collisions. There are good reasons and public policy considerations for slower speed limits in school zones.

It should be noted that Florida is a comparative fault state. As such, a pedestrian can pursue a case or cause of action for personal injuries even if the pedestrian is partially at fault for the car - pedestrian collision. Certainly, when available, a pedestrian should use designated crosswalks and otherwise follow traffic signals and pedestrian lights and signals; however, drivers on Florida roads, school zones, parking lots and elsewhere should be aware of the location, presence, and movement of pedestrians. Many car - pedestrian collisions can be avoided with slower speeds and less distracted driving. One of the most heartbreaking cases handled by David Wolf involved the wrongful death of an elementary school aged child who was hit by a vehicle just 50 yards from her own home. It was a tragedy that could have been avoided. The wrongful death of this young girl had a ripple effect through her family, school, and community.

David Wolf, a Jacksonville car-pedestrian accident lawyer, takes a hands-on approach to each case. He understands that the challenges and stresses associated with a pedestrian injury can be many in number. Insurance companies are well represented by a team of investigators, attorneys, and adjusters. The injury victim should also be well represented to level the playing field and to protect and enforce important legal rights.