Gonzales Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

Representing Injured Pedestrians In & Out of Court

Have you or a loved one been struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian in Gonzales, Louisiana? At Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys, we are ready to help you demand compensation and justice for your physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial hardships as a result of the accident. Our experienced team of Gonzales pedestrian accident lawyers is here to help you navigate the legal road ahead, so you can be confident that you are given a fair chance to get the compensation you need to recover.

Why should you pick Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys?

• We have secured more than $10 billion in verdicts and settlements for injured clients*.
• We have successfully represented more than 1,000 clients.
• We have 15 years of experience handling complex and catastrophic injury claims.
• We founded our firm on strong Christian values like being a voice for the most vulnerable.

Feel confident about your pedestrian accident case. Start by calling our firm at (225) 230-3110.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Reckless drivers are one of the leading causes of pedestrian accidents in many cities—and Gonzales, Louisiana is no exception. On busy streets and highways, drivers must always be aware of nearby pedestrians and do what they can to keep those people out of danger. 

Some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents include:

• Speeding: Drivers who exceed the speed limit have less time to react to pedestrians and are less likely to stop in time to avoid hitting them.
• Distracted driving: Using a cell phone, eating, or engaging in other distractions can cause a driver to take their eyes off the road and fail to notice pedestrians in crosswalks.
• Failure to yield: Drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians at designated crosswalks or intersections can cause serious accidents.
• Driving under the influence: Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol are much more likely to cause accidents involving pedestrians.
• Reckless driving: Drivers who engage in reckless behavior, such as running red lights, weaving in and out of traffic, or making illegal U-turns, can endanger the lives of pedestrians.

Pedestrian Accidents in Parking Lots

Serious pedestrian accidents tend to occur at crosswalks and crosswalk intersections, as well as in parking lots. Indeed, parking lots can be one of the most dangerous places for pedestrians due to the sheer number of moving vehicles immediately next to walking people.

Pedestrian accidents can happen in parking lots for many reasons, such as:

• Lack of visibility: Drivers may have difficulty seeing pedestrians, especially children or shorter individuals, in crowded parking lots or when backing out of parking spaces.
• Distractions: Drivers may be distracted while trying to find a parking space, which can cause them to fail to notice pedestrians.
• Reckless driving: Drivers may speed or ignore traffic signs, such as stop signs or yield signs, in parking lots. Parking lot speed limits typically range between 5 to 15 mph.