When Ontario drivers cross paths with pedestrians, those traveling on foot usually find themselves at a huge disadvantage. Accidents between people and vehicles may occur even when pedestrians conscientiously use crosswalks and observe traffic signals, and individuals who suffer a disabling pedestrian injury as a result of an accident may suddenly find themselves overwhelmed by the financial impact of a crash at a time when they need to focus their attention and energy on recovery.
On behalf of Joseph Caprara of CBLAW posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Friday, December 19, 2014.
When Ontario drivers cross paths with pedestrians, those traveling on foot usually find themselves at a huge disadvantage. Collisions between people and vehicles may occur even when pedestrians conscientiously use crosswalks and observe traffic signals, and individuals who suffer a disabling pedestrian injury as a result of an accident may suddenly find themselves overwhelmed by the financial impact of a crash at a time when they need to focus their attention and energy on recovery.
Pedestrian accidents might cause a variety of serious, life-altering injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, head and neck injuries, damage to internal organs and internal bleeding, spinal injuries and bone fractures. In the blink of an eye, what starts as an ordinary day could become one fraught with worry about unexpected out-of-pocket hospital expenses and the income that will be lost while you recuperate from the sudden, traumatic event.
You may be relieved to know that a pedestrian who is seriously injured by a negligent driver on busy Ontario streets may be entitled to certain benefits and financial compensation. You may be able to pursue compensation for loss of earnings, medical and related expenses, and pain and suffering. You may also be able to seek compensation for your family members who have been adversely affected by the impairment you have suffered as the result of a pedestrian crash. Benefits such as attendant care benefits, weekly income replacement benefits and supplementary rehabilitation benefits may also provide peace-of-mind as you and your loved ones adjust to life changes following the accident.
Our lawyers have over 30 years of experience that can help in identifying the full extent of a loss from an accident and can help pursue the compensation and benefits to which a victim may be entitled. For more information about what to do if you are hurt in a pedestrian accident, please visit our page on pedestrian injury.
Source: CBLAW, “Pedestrian Accidents“, Dec. 18, 2014