Knowing Types of Pedestrian Accident Injuries

By: Mesriani Law Group | Posted: 12th June 2009

Pedestrians beware!



According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 5,000 people die each year in pedestrian accidents involving motor vehicles.



Also, around 78,000 victims of these accidents sustained different types of pedestrian accident injuries that could forever affect their mobility.



Pedestrian Accidents



Statistics show that these accidents occur more often at night or in dark areas where drivers might not notice a pedestrian. People should be more cautious whenever they are walking along or crossing streets as there might be negligent drivers who will endanger their lives.



Also, most of these accidents happen on railroads where there is no adequate signage to warn pedestrians of oncoming train.



Injuries from Pedestrian Accidents



Victims may suffer from injuries which temporarily would stop them from their regular. But, major injuries would include paralysis or brain damage that could not be treated.



To know more about possible injuries that a pedestrian can sustain from accidents, here are some of them:



• Bruises, Cuts, and Scrapes - These are minor injuries that a person can recover from with little medical help. But, beware because some bruises can be manifestations of more serious internal injuries.



• Broken Bones - Collisions can severely damage one's bones. Repairs for broken bones will cause pain and inconvenience to the victim.



• Spinal Cord Injuries -- Impact from the collision can cause the pedestrian to be thrown and land on his back. When this happens, our spinal cord, which is responsible for sending out brain signals, is likely to be damaged.



• Head and Brain injuries - Pedestrian accidents can result to concussions which would damage the brain and its functions. Victims often experience memory loss, severe headaches, and other problems in his brain-related activities.



These Types of Pedestrian Accident Injuries are serious and so it should be checked immediately by medical professionals.



After an Accident



If you are confronted or has witnessed a pedestrian accident, it is important to observe the following in order to safeguard the victim's well-being:



• Get the offender's plate number.



• Call for help.



• Try to move or feel your limbs and body parts.



• If broken bones or spinal injuries are suspected, do not move the victim until the paramedics arrive on the scene.



• For victims, they must state their names to rescuers so that they can be properly identified and their family be notified.



• Have paramedics check you for any other injuries that might not be apparent at first.



• Keep medical records that would prove your injury.



Helping Victims



Unfortunate victims of pedestrian accidents are entitled to file for a personal injury compensation claim which will somehow alleviate their burden from the pain and suffering they experienced in the accident.



These claims will pay for hospitalization and repairs of damaged properties of the pedestrian.



In order to have a successful claim, it is best to hire lawyers who can represent the best interest of their client and make sure that the responsible party will be properly punished for the offense he committed.



To help you pursue claims in pedestrian accident injuries, consult with our skilled personal injury lawyers. Visit our website and avail of our free case analysis.
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