People often see a huge decrease in their quality of life after a pedestrian accident. Serious injuries are but one of the problems. You will also have to deal with expensive medical care, insurance companies that stonewall you, and the heartbreak of a wrongful death claim if a loved one dies.
Personal injury cases stemming from pedestrian accidents are not easy for victims, an unfortunate fact The Advocates know too well. Which is why our goal has always been to provide compassionate legal service for our fellow North Dakotans.
Our practice areas expand to every aspect of personal injury, and our years of experience go back decades. Every injury victim who walks through our door is a human being we want to help.
That help will come through one of our accident lawyers, who will provide legal representation with no out-of-pocket costs on your end. Working hand in hand, we can and will get you the compensation you deserve for your pedestrian accident. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries and seek medical attention
Contact a personal injury lawyer with The Advocates to start your recovery
Seek medical treatment for your injuries
Keep track of all treatment you receive during recovery
When you have completed treatment, your Advocate will compile your medical records
Your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
Not every accident requires an attorney. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will build your case, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
I was in an accident 3 years ago and had a very bad experience with the attorney back then I was in another accident last year and called the advocates mark and his team were amazing changed my view on accident attorneys they kept I'm touch with me every step of the way gave me authority on choices for myself I didn't have to go with what they said I could go against it and they still would have worked with me the same I had choices this time around I would always go with Mark I have even sent friends his way just cause I appreciate all the help and support the whole way threw.
My experience with the advocates was a good one. After being hit by a car on my motorcycle they helped me with a settlement with the insurance company to get the hospital bills paid. They were extremely helpful. They always answered any questions I had with in a day. Every email I sent was always responded to. If you unfortunately has to go through a injury by another person I would recommend them in helping you resolve any debt you have because if that injury. The Advocates were great to work with and help me get this unfortunate event behind me.
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I want to First say that I am truly thankful for the advocates Law Firm they have been a great service to me through this ordeal and Katie she is a tremendous lawyer someone that I would recommend she fights tooth and nail for her clients and the rest of the team they supported me to the fullest with that being said I would like to say for anyone who is trying to find an attorney to fight their case The Advocates is the way to go.
According to the National Safety Council, 76.03% of pedestrian accidents do not occur at intersections. As a North Dakotan, it is essential to know the laws your state has for such crossings:
Given that North Dakota is rural, there may be times when you must walk along a roadway. Here are the things you should know:
A pedestrian is involved in an accident every six and a half days in North Dakota. Do not be, nor cause, one of these accidents. When driving, you have a responsibility to focus on nothing but the road.
Here are the most common causes of pedestrian accidents:
Pedestrian accident victims often have much more serious injuries than those in other personal injury cases. Pedestrians are more vulnerable due to a lack of protection, such as airbags or seat belts. These are the most common injuries pedestrians face, from least to most serious:
In North Dakota, the statute of limitations for personal injuries is six years. You must file a claim within this time limit, after which you will probably lose the right to do so.
Responsibility for the pedestrian accident must be established before any claim can begin. North Dakota uses modified comparative negligence for personal injury and property damage lawsuits.
Fault is assigned as a percentage. You cannot file a claim if you are more than 51% responsible for the accident.
You might be assigned 30% of the blame. If your fault is under 50%, you can still file a claim, but your final settlement will be reduced by the percentage of your fault—in this example, the compensation you receive from the accident will be 70% of the final settlement.
Motorists have a much higher duty of care to prevent accidents compared to pedestrians.
The law states, “Notwithstanding other provisions of this chapter or the provisions of any local ordinance, every driver of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian and shall give warning by sounding the horn when necessary and shall exercise proper precaution upon observing any child or any confused, incapacitated, or intoxicated person.”
Pedestrians are much more vulnerable than motorists. If you are driving, constantly be on the lookout for pedestrians crossing the street. You have a duty of care to take every reasonable action possible to prevent an accident, even if the pedestrian is doing something illegal.
The sooner you call The Advocates, the sooner one of our attorneys can do a free case evaluation with you. That first step is always the scariest, especially when dealing with medical bills and insurance companies.
Our team promises that we can take the legal burden off your shoulders with just one phone call. We will work with your medical providers to put liens on your bills and negotiate a settlement that at least partially covers the damages you have experienced.
Motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians are some of the worst. While our Williston personal injury lawyers cannot make your pain disappear, they can provide you with expert legal advice, timely communication, and the fighting spirit needed to get you compensation for your injuries.
Everyone in North Dakota is welcome at The Advocates. You deserve it. You deserve an Advocate.
