Client sustained life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver who passed away at the scene. We obtained close to the policy limits with an additional claimant pre-suit and negotiated medical liens down over $250,000.
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A pedestrian accident can change everything in an instant. Whether you were struck while crossing a street, walking through a parking lot, or traveling along a roadway, the injuries that follow are often serious. Without the protection of a vehicle surrounding them, pedestrians bear the full force of a collision. Broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, and internal injuries are common, and recovery can span months or years. On top of the physical toll, victims face mounting medical bills, lost wages, and the uncertainty of what comes next.
If you or someone you love was hit by a vehicle in Waunakee, you deserve legal representation from attorneys who know how to fight for you. At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we have over 80 years of combined experience advocating for injured Wisconsinites, and our Wisconsin pedestrian accident lawyers are committed to helping Waunakee residents get the full compensation they are owed. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Pedestrian accidents rarely happen by chance. Most are the result of a driver’s negligence, distraction, or disregard for traffic laws. Understanding the cause of your accident is one of the first steps in building a strong claim. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, thousands of pedestrians are killed, and tens of thousands more are injured in traffic crashes each year across the United States, with the majority of those fatalities occurring in urban and suburban areas.
In Waunakee, common causes of pedestrian accidents include distracted driving, failure to yield at crosswalks, speeding, impaired driving, and failure to observe school or neighborhood zone rules. Waunakee has grown significantly as a Madison suburb, and increased traffic volume on roads like Highway 19 and in residential neighborhoods has created more opportunities for these accidents to occur. When a driver’s negligence leads to a pedestrian being struck, that driver can be held legally responsible.
The injuries resulting from pedestrian accidents are rarely minor. Because pedestrians have no structural protection, the body absorbs the entire impact of a collision, often resulting in devastating harm. If you are unsure whether your injuries warrant legal action, reading more about whether you need a pedestrian accident attorney can help you understand your options.
Head trauma is one of the most serious consequences of being struck by a vehicle. A pedestrian can suffer a traumatic brain injury even without a direct blow to the head, as the force of impact alone can cause the brain to move violently within the skull. These injuries can result in cognitive impairment, personality changes, memory loss, and long-term disability. Our Wisconsin brain injury lawyers have extensive experience representing clients whose lives have been permanently altered by head trauma sustained in pedestrian crashes.
Fractured legs, arms, ribs, and pelvises are extremely common in pedestrian accident cases, as are spinal injuries that can lead to paralysis or chronic pain. In the most devastating circumstances, families lose a loved one entirely. If you lost a family member in a pedestrian accident, our Wisconsin wrongful death lawyers can pursue justice on your behalf and seek the compensation your family deserves.
When a driver’s negligence causes a pedestrian accident in Waunakee, injured victims may be entitled to seek several categories of compensation. While every case is different, the types of damages that may be available include the following:
These are common categories, but the specific compensation available in your case will depend on the details of your accident, your injuries, and the applicable Wisconsin laws. An attorney can evaluate your situation and provide guidance on what you may be able to recover.
Waunakee is not just a market for our firm. It is home. This local connection means we understand what Waunakee residents are dealing with, and we bring that knowledge to every case we take on.
At Pemberton Personal Injury, we do not treat our clients like case numbers. We treat them like family. Our attorneys are willing to take cases to trial when that is what it takes to secure the outcome a client deserves, and we are not a firm that simply chases quick settlements when more can be won. We fight tirelessly to protect your rights and reduce the impact of any outstanding liens, so the compensation you receive reflects the full extent of your losses.
Pedestrian accident victims in Waunakee should not have to navigate the legal system alone while recovering from life-altering injuries. Time matters in these cases, and evidence can become harder to gather as time passes. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the better positioned you will be to protect your claim.
At Pemberton Personal Injury, we offer free case evaluations and work on a contingency fee basis, so there is no financial barrier to getting started. Reach out to our team today and let us put our 80+ years of combined experience to work for you.
Insurance companies profit when you lose. Every claim they deny, every settlement they lowball, every injured person they convince to accept less—that’s money in their pocket. And they’re very good at what they do.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we’ve made it our mission to take on the insurance companies that put profits over people. We know every underhanded tactic they’ll use to cheat you out of fair compensation, and we’re prepared to fight fire with fire. When insurance adjusters see us coming, they know they’re in for a real battle. You didn’t ask to be injured.
You didn’t ask to fight a billion-dollar corporation. But now that you’re here, you deserve lawyers who will go to war for you. We don’t settle for less than full compensation, we don’t back down from tough fights, and we don’t let insurance companies bully our clients. PERIOD.
Life following a serious injury can bring intense emotions and pain. Accident victims often hope to get their lives back on track, only to be held back by the demands involved with personal injury claims. This is especially the case for individuals who become hospitalized. Wherever you are in the process, we’d be glad to help.
Our injury lawyers in Wisconsin step up to represent you. At Pemberton, we provide this advocacy at every step in the injury claims process so you can be on your way to feeling like yourself again.
Contact our Wisconsin personal injury attorneys at (608) 448-6242 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys. We will create a plan together to help you protect your rights and get you back to your life.
$40M+ Won For Our Clients
Client sustained life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver who passed away at the scene. We obtained close to the policy limits with an additional claimant pre-suit and negotiated medical liens down over $250,000.
In this car accident case, the client suffered catastrophic injuries in a head-on collision when the at-fault driver crossed the center line. Her injuries included multiple broken bones in the chest, ribs, wrist, and ankle, internal injuries requiring intestinal surgery, and a damaged artery in the spine. With medical expenses exceeding $4,000, we secured the at-fault driver’s full insurance coverage and pursued an additional $1,000,000 from the client’s own insurance policy. We also negotiated a reduction of more than $468,000 in outstanding medical costs to ensure the client received maximum financial recovery for her life-altering injuries and permanent impact on her ability to work.
The client’s loved one suffered a fatal injury in an auto collision that resulted in over $382,000 in medical bills. Acting as the family’s second attorney, we navigated difficult policy-limit issues and secured a $1,000,000 settlement. While the case had greater overall value and the family would have liked a higher recovery, they chose to settle to avoid prolonged litigation and move forward.
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”
“Focus on healing and we will take care of everything on the legal side”
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”