Running and jogging are popular activities in Las Vegas. Unfortunately, joggers, like other pedestrians, are particularly vulnerable to accidents when they are on the side of the road or at intersections. If you or your loved one was involved in one of the pedestrian accidents involving runners in Las Vegas, you are likely dealing with your physical and emotional trauma, as well as a great deal of unpaid medical bills. You are probably feeling overwhelmed right now and unsure of what you should do next and who you can turn to for assistance.
Our well-versed local legal team from Shook & Stone could meet with you to help you understand your legal options and rights. Our skilled pedestrian injury lawyers could help guide you through the necessary steps to increase the likelihood of succeeding in a legal claim against the driver who hit you.
Seek Medical Attention
The first thing a jogger involved in an accident with an automobile should do is get medical attention. Immediately after an accident, you might feel fine. However, that could be just because you have extra adrenaline pumping through your body, preventing you from feeling the true effect of your injuries. In addition, some injuries take time to develop or are not outwardly visible immediately. Emergency medical technicians on the scene could assess the severity of your injuries and bring you to a hospital or refer you to a doctor who could perform a comprehensive medical evaluation to treat your visible injuries, such as broken bones and cuts, and check you for hidden injuries, such as internal organ trauma or a concussion. Our seasoned legal team could use the doctor’s medical report as proof linking the car accident to your injuries.
Gather Evidence
If your injuries are not too severe, you should try to collect evidence at the scene. You should take pictures of the following things if possible:
- Any visible injuries on your body
- Of the car that struck you and make sure to include pictures that capture visible damage on the vehicle
- Of the street or intersection where the crash happened
As time passes, you should continue to take pictures of your injuries and write about your doctors’ visits, pain levels, and other problems caused by your injuries so you can document the effect they are having on your life. After being struck by a car in Las Vegas, some joggers might be afraid to put their sneakers back on to get out and run again. You should write down if your injuries prevent you from being able to enjoy the activities you once loved, such as running. Our compassionate legal team could use your notes as evidence to strengthen your claim for the maximum possible compensation.
Get a Police Report
After an accident in Las Vegas, injured runners should immediately call 911. A dispatcher will send a police officer in addition to an ambulance. While the emergency medical technicians evaluate your injuries, a police officer could begin their initial investigation of the accident. The police could interview bystanders and get their contact information and also get identifying information from the driver who hit you. Your legal team could use the police report to help you file an insurance claim and as an evidentiary document in a legal claim against the driver. The police report would be a good starting point for our attorneys’ own investigation to determine why the accident happened.
Call a Las Vegas Attorney About Pedestrian Accidents Involving Joggers
Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents involving runners in Las Vegas are alarmingly common. Sadly, many of these accidents could have been prevented. The attorneys at Shook & Stone understand how traumatic being struck by a car while out for a run can be. Our dedicated lawyers could help you navigate the legal process and fight for the comprehensive compensation you need and deserve.
Call our office today to set up a free consultation.
