Bellevue Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

When You Need Legal Counsel, Call Us First

At Carpenter & Zuckerman, we proudly offer our reputable legal counsel to Bellevue locals who were injured in a pedestrian accident. If you were hit by a reckless, negligent, or drunk driver while walking down the street or across a parking lot, we want to hear from you. Our dedicated attorneys have extensive experience advocating for injured pedestrians in our city, fighting to get the justice and compensation they deserve.

Our Bellevue pedestrian accident lawyers are standing by. Call (425) 585-4009 to schedule a free case review at your earliest opportunity.

Risks in Bellevue’s Busy Areas for Pedestrians

While Bellevue is a pedestrian-friendly city in many ways, some areas see heightened risks for those on foot due to heavy traffic and other hazards.

Specific high-risk areas for pedestrians in Bellevue include:

• Busy Intersections: Areas with significant vehicle and pedestrian traffic are often hotbeds for accidents, especially where drivers fail to yield appropriately. Intersections in Downtown Bellevue, like 108^th Avenue NE and NE 8^th Street near the Bellevue Transit Center, can be particularly busy and risky for pedestrians.
• Streets with Speeding Concerns: Thoroughfares and long, winding roads, like the Lake Hills Connector, may see speeding drivers more often than other types of streets. Wherever there are drivers who break the speed limit, there are risks for pedestrians who just want to walk to where they are going.
• Parking Lots: Pedestrians in parking lots are particularly vulnerable to distracted drivers, vehicles reversing without looking, and drivers who fail to yield. For example, Bellevue Square has massive parking lots that can present hazards to pedestrians, especially on popular national holidays that encourage locals to go shopping at the mall for deals.

Compensation in Pedestrian Accident Claims

If you were injured in a pedestrian accident, you may be able to pursue compensation for a variety of damages and losses. Catastrophic injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, fractured bones, and amputations, often justify larger compensation awards due to their long-term impact on your life and finances. Our attorneys fight for your full compensation, consider both the challenges you face now and those in the future.

The most common damages pursued in a pedestrian accident claim include:

• Medical Expenses: Costs for immediate emergency treatment, hospital stays, surgeries, rehabilitation, and any future medical needs.
• Lost Income: Compensation for time missed at work, as well as reduced earning capacity if injuries predictably limit your career opportunities.
• Pain and Suffering: Acknowledgement of the physical pain, emotional trauma, and lasting hardships caused by the accident.

Proof That Can Help Prepare a Strong Claim

You might know that you did nothing wrong when the pedestrian accident occurred. However, you might not know that the driver is very likely to say the same thing. If you want compensation for your losses, you will need to prepare a strong claim that pits your word and evidence against theirs. Of course, rather than trying to handle this complicated process on your own, you can instead leave everything up to our legal team.

We can look for various forms of evidence that can support your claims, such as:

• Police Report: This official record documents the details of the accident, including any citations issued to the driver at fault.
• Witness Testimonies: Bystanders who saw what happened can provide statements about the driver’s actions and the events leading to the collision.
• Surveillance Footage: Video from traffic cameras, nearby businesses, or security systems can reveal exactly what occurred.
• Medical Records: Documentation of your injuries and required treatments helps demonstrate the severity of the harm caused.
• Photographic Evidence: Images of the crash scene, your injuries, and contributing environmental factors (e.g., malfunctioning crosswalk signals or obstructed traffic signs) can provide visual proof of negligence.