With Nashville’s bustling businesses and active tourist industry, pedestrian accidents are a more common occurrence than anyone would like. Famous thoroughfares like Broadway and 16th Avenue might be top destinations for country music fans, but high traffic and tourists unfamiliar with the terrain can make it dangerous.
And without the protection of an automobile, pedestrian accidents are often fatal.
According to the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security, in 2019, the state of Tennessee recorded 1,734 pedestrian accidents. This figure includes skateboarders, roller skaters, and other non-motorists. Davidson County accounted for 454 of those accidents, second only to Shelby County with 495. That same year saw 72 fatalities statewide, and as of July, Tennessee has already tied that number.
If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian accident in Nashville, get in touch with Steinger, Greene & Feiner today. Our staff has the experience and record you’ll need to successfully collect compensation. Call us today for a no-risk, free consultation at (615) 590-3106 and let us get started on your case immediately. You can also visit our offices: 3102 West End Ave, Suite 1050, Nashville, TN 37203.
Our Past Case Results
At the end of the day, you’ll choose your pedestrian accident injury lawyer based on how successful the firm is. Our 40 attorneys at Steinger, Greene & Feiner are assisted by a staff of over 140 paralegals and legal secretaries who have successfully fought for victims of everything from car accidents to medical malpractice, including pedestrian accident cases. Some examples of how much we helped our clients win include:
- $13 million for a bicyclist struck by a car.
- $450,000 settlement for a client doing handy work at a private residence. As she was coming down a ladder to get off the roof, the ladder malfunctioned and she fell straight back onto a concrete patio. After being transported to the hospital, she has since undergone treatment toward a full recovery. “This is very good news after the shock and pain of the accident,” she said after SGF won her judgment.
- $441,000 for a client who filed a workman’s compensation claim after tripping over a board at work.
My case couldn’t have been handled better. It was handled in a timely manner – it wasn’t rushed. If something ever happened again and I needed an attorney, Steinger, Greene & Feiner would be the first place I would go.
Susan D.
Relentless Legal Representation for Pedestrian Accidents in Nashville
When an automobile-related accident happens, events unfold faster than we can keep up with. This is also true when a pedestrian is struck by an automobile. More than one person has stepped off a curb only to wake up several hours or days later in a hospital if they’re lucky.
Even if they avoid brain damage that clouds their memories of the accident, they usually have no idea what happened simply because it all happened so quickly. When matched up against a moving automobile, the pedestrian loses.
If you’ve been involved in a pedestrian accident in Nashville or if a loved one has lost their life due to an accident, you need a good pedestrian accident attorney. They will help you deal with the at-fault driver and make sure the insurance company pays out for medical treatment.
The insurance company will try to limit the amount it pays, but the staff at Steinger, Greene & Feiner will work tirelessly to see you get the compensation. Plus, we won’t see a dime of our fee until you’re awarded your settlement.
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Injuries Associated with Auto-Pedestrian Accidents
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that a pedestrian is injured in a motor vehicle accident every seven minutes. Taking precautions like wearing light-colored clothing or observing all traffic signals cannot completely guarantee your safety.
When going against a motor vehicle, pedestrians have almost no protection and what might be simple injuries if the victim was in a car can result in something much more serious. Bumps and scratches in a car could be broken bones and brain injuries for pedestrians. Other injuries Nasvhille pedestrians face can include:
- Burns, scrapes and lacerations
- Concussions or more serious brain injuries
- Physical paralysis
- Death
Common Types of Damages Available in a Pedestrian Accident Claim
Motorists are required by the State of Tennessee to have uninsured/underinsured coverage to obtain a driver’s license. This means drivers can be compensated through the coverage in your liability insurance if hurt by a hit-and-run or an uninsured motorist.
If a driver’s auto liability insurance includes medical coverage, it may also provide payment for medical care after a pedestrian accident, regardless of blame. Pedestrians injured by motor vehicle accidents can seek compensation for:
- All medical bills and physical therapy for future medical care related to the injury.
- Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of consortium with a spouse.
- Lost income past, present, and future.
Why Choose Our Nashville Pedestrian Accident Lawyers?
The legal team at Steinger, Greene & Feiner wins cases for pedestrians injured in motor vehicle accidents. They have the know-how and tenacity to do the same for you.
If you or a loved one has been the victim in a pedestrian accident and is having trouble getting the insurance company to pay, call us at (615) 590-3106 to schedule a no-risk consultation. We can go over the details of the case and we won’t see our fee paid until you see your compensation awarded.
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