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If you or a loved one was hit by a car while crossing the street, in a parking lot, or at another location in Hendersonville, our pedestrian accident lawyers will represent you with kindness and compassion. We will fight to recover your medical treatment costs, lost wages, and more. Leave dealing with the at-fault driver and their insurance company to us.
At Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, we have been voted best attorneys for Rutherford County since 2011 by Daily Courier Readers’ Poll. Our Hendersonville personal injury lawyers will help you manage all the hard work and legwork of preparing your case and fighting for compensation.
We are committed to fighting for financial compensation that helps you rebuild your life. Contact our evaluation team to get started today.
The Benefits of Choosing Our Hendersonville Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Legal support for your pedestrian accident claim should be personalized and geared toward your specific needs. On your behalf our Hendersonville pedestrian accident attorneys will:
- Investigate the cause of your accident
- Gather physical evidence and documents
- Establish the at-fault party’s negligence
- File your insurance claim or lawsuit
- Handle all case-related communication
- Interview lay and expert witnesses
- Negotiate the best possible settlement
Our team members work hard to treat you like a person, not a case file. We also offer a free case review and a 24/7 helpline so you can get answers to your case-related questions at any time.
Hear What Previous Clients Say About Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC
We work hard to meet the needs of every client we serve and have a Google Reviews rating of 4.9/5. Reviews on our testimonials page say:
- Anne Arrowood: My needs were fairly simple, but Mrs. Hannah Davies handled my requests with professionalism and skill. I felt well taken care of.
- Pamela S: Gabrielle R. Valentine, from start to finish proved to be an exceptional choice handling my legal matters. She’s forthright, consistent, informed, and trustworthy. Needless to say, everything worked out very well…Highly Recommendable!
Our entire team is committed to giving you the best client service experience. Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, strives to provide excellence in legal representation and service for every case, with every client, and at every stage.
Types of Recoverable Damages We Request for Injured Accident Victims
Compensation after a pedestrian accident can include two types of recoverable damages—economic and non-economic. If a pedestrian accident claimed the life of a loved one, you could recover wrongful death damages. Accordingly:
Recoverable economic damages include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Past and future lost income
- Loss of future earning ability
- Property damage or destruction
Recoverable non-economic damages include:
- Disfigurement and impairment
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
If your family lost a loved one in a fatal accident, your recoverable wrongful death damages include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of family contributions
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of guidance
Our Hendersonville pedestrian accident lawyers will carefully assess your financial losses, including any applicable punitive damages, though these are rarely awarded. Contact Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, to learn more about recovering compensation during a free initial consultation.
File Your North Carolina Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit Before the Deadline Expires
The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in North Carolina is generally three years, according to G.S. § 1-52. If your lawsuit is not filed within the allotted time:
- You may not be allowed to file it at all
- It might be dismissed without being heard
- The insurance company can stop negotiating
The North Carolina wrongful death statute of limitations is generally two years, according to G.S. § 1-53. If its filing deadline expires, the same consequences apply. Our law firm will help you avoid these outcomes by filing your lawsuit for you.
Forms of Evidence We Collect to Substantiate Your Pedestrian Accident Case
Preparing a strong case for you starts with building a compelling case file. This often starts with obtaining a copy of your official police report. It will contain:
- The car’s make and model
- The negligent driver’s contact details
- Their insurer’s contact details
- Witness statements
In addition to your accident report, we also compile the following evidence to support your accident injury claim:
- Medical records and bills that document your severe injuries
- Proof of income to establish the value of your lost wages
- Traffic cam and accident scene photos and video footage
- Verbal and written testimonials from lay and expert witnesses
Let us handle the demands of collecting and organizing evidence. We work hard to speak with witnesses while their recollections are vivid and to examine and preserve physical evidence.
The Four Elements of Negligence in Your Pedestrian Accident Claim
To hold the driver who hit you responsible for their actions, you must prove the accident was caused by their negligence, carelessness, or recklessness. The four elements of negligence that allow you to recover damages include:
- Duty of care: The obligation to avoid causing harm to others, including driving in a safe and cautious manner
- Breach of duty: Actions and behaviors that reasonable individuals would not take and that could harm others
- Causation: The direct correlation between the defendant’s action and the accident that injured the plaintiff
- Damages: The economic and non-economic losses experienced by the injured party in the accident
Proving these elements and collecting evidence can be challenging on your own. When you choose our law firm, we handle them for you so you can focus on getting better.
Our Hendersonville Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Can Get Started on Your Case Today
If you or someone you love was injured in a pedestrian accident, our law firm will help you build a strong accident injury claim against the responsible party. Our Hendersonville pedestrian accident lawyers will investigate your accident, manage your claim, and fight hard to get you the fair compensation you deserve.
Get started on the road to financial recovery today by contacting our evaluation team at Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC.
