Drivers have a responsibility to watch for people around their vehicles.

A few seconds of distraction or an unsafe maneuver may be enough to seriously injure someone crossing a road, walking through a parking lot, or using a sidewalk. This is especially true on busy Phoenix streets, at intersections, and in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.

Potential causes of pedestrian accidents may include:

• Distracted driving
• Speeding
• Failing to yield
• Running a red light
• Running a stop sign
• Unsafe right or left turns
• Driving under the influence
• Backing out without checking
• Failing to watch for pedestrians in crosswalks
• Poor visibility

Every crash is different. Determining responsibility requires looking at what the driver and pedestrian were doing while considering all the factors present. 

Jose Zazueta can help you identify the responsible party and explain your next steps toward pursuing compensation. 

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Protect Your Health and Preserve Important Information

The moments after a pedestrian crash can be overwhelming. Your safety and medical care come first.

When you are physically able, and it is safe to do so, several practical steps may also help preserve information about what happened:

1. Call 911 and seek medical attention.
2. Make sure the crash is reported.
3. Get the driver’s contact and insurance information when possible.
4. Take photographs or video of the scene, vehicle, roadway, and injuries.
5. Collect names and contact information from witnesses.
6. Save medical records, bills, and insurance communications.
7. Avoid guessing about fault.
8. Be cautious about recorded statements.
9. Speak with an attorney before accepting a settlement.

Don’t put yourself in danger trying to gather evidence.

Even if you can’t follow these steps, you may still have a claim. Jose can investigate what evidence is still available. 

Pedestrian accidents can happen quickly in Phoenix, and the injured person may have little opportunity to understand exactly what occurred.

Evidence can help reconstruct the crash.

Depending on the case, ZLG may:

• Review police reports
• Investigate the crash scene
• Gather photographs and video
• Obtain available traffic-camera footage
• Obtain surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties
• Interview witnesses
• Review vehicle damage
• Examine roadway conditions
• Review traffic signals and pedestrian controls
• Identify responsible parties
• Review available insurance coverage
• Gather medical records and bills
• Document lost wages and other financial losses
• Communicate with insurance companies
• Review settlement offers
• Negotiate for fair compensation
• File a lawsuit when necessary

At ZLG, Jose stays directly involved throughout the claim and explains important decisions in plain language.

From the initial investigation through resolution, Jose handles your case from A to Z.

A pedestrian accident already leaves you in an extremely vulnerable position with medical bills, lost income, and other unexpected costs.

Getting legal help should not create another upfront financial burden.

ZLG charges no upfront attorney fees. Jose receives an attorney fee only if we recover compensation for you.

The contingency-fee agreement and any case-related costs will be explained before representation begins so you understand how the arrangement works.

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You Don’t Need Every Detail Figured Out Before You Call

You don’t need every photograph, medical record, police report, insurance document, or answer about fault before contacting ZLG.

Start by telling Jose what happened.

He can review the circumstances and explain the next step in clear, straightforward language. You’ll receive direct attorney involvement, personal representation from A to Z, and help in English or Spanish.

Your consultation is free, and you only pay attorney fees if we recover compensation for you. 

Bad Day? Call Jose.