HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT AND INJURY LAWYER
Known affectionately as “Surf City USA,” Huntington Beach, California in Orange County is a destination spot for many tourists, particularly those visiting the pier, beach, or even the city’s colorful shopping district. During holidays, tourist congestion cause often cause problems for negligent drivers who have failed to yield the right of way. If you have been hit or injured by a car while walking as a pedestrian in Huntington Beach, California, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and pain & suffering.
According to statistics released by the National Highway Traffic & Safety Administration (NHTSA), a pedestrian is injured in a traffic crash every 9 minutes. In addition, pedestrian accidents can occur where you least expect them to. Pedestrian fatalities occurred most often in urban areas, at non-intersection locations, and in normal weather conditions.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP are concerned about your safety. To prevent these unfortunate accidents from occurring, below are a few safety tips published by the NHTSA:
- Stay on sideways, crosswalks, and other designated walking areas
- If there are no designated walking areas and you must walk in the road, walk on the side that faces oncoming traffic
- When crossing the street, stop, then look left, right, and then left again. Stopping first sends a message to drivers that you intend to cross the street.
If you have been hurt in a traffic accident in California, you may be able to seek compensation for your injuries. When these accidents occur, it is important not to let greedy insurance companies disclaim liability or compensate you less than you are entitled to. The professionals at Greenberg & Rudman LLP know how to handle these situations, as proven by numerous settlements and verdicts they have won for clients. Call 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9766) now for a free consultation regarding your rights.
