Everett Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Jeff & Kupala Foster
Personal Injury Attorneys · Mukilteo, WA
Pedestrians are the most vulnerable people on public roads and the most severely injured when a driver fails to see them, yield to them, or simply pay attention. Whether you were struck in a crosswalk, a parking lot, or on a sidewalk, Foster Law Offices fights for pedestrian crash victims throughout Snohomish County. Jeff and Kupala Foster pursue the full financial compensation available under Washington law, with no fee unless they win. Call or text (425) 971-5400 today.
What You Need to Know
Washington law gives pedestrians significant protections. Drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks. They must exercise due care to avoid striking pedestrians anywhere on a public road. When they fail, whether due to distraction, speeding, impairment, or simple inattention, they are legally responsible for the consequences. Pedestrian injuries are often catastrophic. Without any vehicular protection the human body absorbs the full force of a collision. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, multiple fractures, and internal injuries are common outcomes. Many pedestrian crashes result in permanent disability or death. Foster Law takes these cases with the gravity they require. We investigate thoroughly, gathering surveillance footage before it is overwritten, preserving physical evidence, interviewing witnesses, and working with reconstruction experts to establish exactly what happened. We calculate your damages comprehensively using economists and life care planners to project long-term financial needs. And we prepare every case for trial because the willingness to go to court is what produces real results at the negotiating table. Pedestrian crashes in school zones, senior facilities, and shopping areas involve heightened driver duties under Washington law. When a government entity's failure to design, maintain, or adequately mark a pedestrian crossing contributed to your crash, a government liability claim may exist. These claims carry short notice deadlines, sometimes as little as 60 days, that are entirely separate from the three-year statute of limitations that applies to private party claims. If a government entity may have contributed to your pedestrian crash, call Foster Law the same day. Waiting can forfeit your right to recover from that entity permanently.
What Foster Law Does for You
- —Gather surveillance footage, witness testimony, and reconstruction evidence before it is lost
- —Establish driver negligence through multiple evidentiary channels
- —Coordinate with medical providers to document the full extent and future impact of injuries
- —Handle insurance company negotiations to prevent lowball settlements
- —Pursue litigation when insurance companies refuse fair compensation
- —Handle government entity claims when road design contributed to the crash
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Why Clients Choose Foster Law
- —Deep understanding of Washington pedestrian right-of-way laws
- —Track record of results for seriously injured pedestrian crash victims
- —Personal attention from Jeff or Kupala, from first call through resolution
- —No recovery, no fee.
- —Trial preparation from day one
- —No office visit required. Available evenings and weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I was in a crosswalk when I was hit?
Washington law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, both marked and unmarked. Being struck in a crosswalk strongly supports your negligence claim against the driver.
What if I was jaywalking when I was hit?
Washington's pure comparative negligence standard means you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault but you are not barred from compensation entirely.
Can I sue the city if poor road design caused my crash?
Yes. Government entities can be liable for dangerous road conditions and inadequate pedestrian infrastructure. These claims have strict and short notice deadlines, often as little as 60 days. Call or text Foster Law immediately if a government entity may be involved.
What if the driver who hit me fled the scene?
Hit-and-run incidents are covered under Washington's Uninsured Motorist provisions. Report the incident to police immediately and call or text Foster Law at (425) 971-5400.
What compensation is available after a pedestrian crash?
You may recover medical expenses, future medical costs, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and compensation for permanent disability or disfigurement.
Who pays my medical bills after a pedestrian crash?
If you were struck by a vehicle Washington's PIP coverage may apply through the at-fault driver's policy or your own auto policy. Your health insurance also covers crash-related treatment. Foster Law coordinates all available coverage on your behalf.
The information in these FAQs is general legal information, not legal advice for your specific situation. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.
We Handle Pedestrian Accident Cases Throughout Snohomish County
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