Louisville, KY Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Pedestrian accidents are an unfortunately common occurrence in Louisville and across Jefferson County, Kentucky(link is external). In 2012 in Kentucky, 54 pedestrians were killed and 951 were injured in collisions with motor vehicles. Contributing factors in pedestrian accidents include poorly lit roadways, pedestrians wearing dark clothing, and pedestrian/driver alcohol consumption.

Read further pedestrian collision data at the Kentucky State Police site(link is external). Also, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety(link is external) offers information on how to drive safely and share the road with pedestrians.

Get information on pedestrian collisions from the Louisville Police Department

The Louisville Police Department(link is external) offers information on traffic and accidents, and also provides information on filing a police report(link is external) and on getting a police report(link is external). The department is a good resource for locals and visitors alike to get assistance after a pedestrian accident.

Kentucky's Department of Motor Vehicles provides information on traffic and safety laws

Go here to learn more(link is external) about vehicle licensing and the traffic and safety laws on topics including:

• Cell phones and texting;
• Property-damage only accidents(link is external)(link is external);
• Seat belts and child-safety seats;
• Teen driving restrictions;
• Driving under the influence;
• Traffic stops.

When someone is injured in a Louisville pedestrian collision, what needs to happen next?

In an injury accident, it is crucial to get appropriate medical treatment, regardless of the initial financial cost. The major hospitals in the area include:

• KentuckyOne Health, the University of Lousiville Hospital(link is external)
• Baptist Health Louisville(link is external)
• Kosair Children's Hospital(link is external)
• Norton Hospital(link is external)

As soon as possible, an injured person should contact their insurance company to find out how medical treatment is covered under their insurance policy.

Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.

Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Accident Data Center can help you by connecting you with our network of experienced injury lawyers who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about the value of a no-cost legal claim evaluation.