When pedestrian accidents are caused by negligence, the law allows you to perform legal action to recover compensation from the responsible parties. At Christie Farrell Lee & Bell, our dedicated legal team has been serving Gary and the larger Indiana community since 1993, and our expert legal guidance can help you secure compensation to cover the costs of the accident.
Lee Christie is a partner with Christie Farrell Lee & Bell and a lifelong Indiana resident. He has trial experience in both federal and state court and is a frequent lecturer on personal injury.
Our personal injury lawyers are ready to hear your case, analyze your options, and discuss the best way to approach your case in a free initial consultation.
We can help you by:
At Christie Farrell Lee & Bell, our mission is to help you secure the highest compensation you’re entitled to. We use our wealth of experience and legal knowledge to help you effortlessly navigate the ins and outs of Indiana’s legal system.
During our 40+ years working in personal injury law, the most common injuries we’ve seen in pedestrian accidents include:
We know that getting injured can be expensive, but you don’t have to shoulder the costs of someone else’s negligence. Our team of lawyers has a proven track record of helping Indiana’s victims secure multi-million dollar settlements for their personal injury claims, as seen in case results. We intend to provide you with the same level of expert representation.
Injuries range from minor abrasions to catastrophic injuries that drastically alter your life’s trajectory and involve significant long-term costs. Taking this into account, our approach varies depending on your case’s specifics:
We collaborate with medical professionals, actuaries, and life care planners to ensure every potential cost is accounted for and included in the compensation package.
Overall, these are the damages you can claim:
Medical expenses cover costs like immediate emergency care, prolonged treatments, and rehabilitation. These include ambulance fees, hospital stays, surgeries, medications, and necessary medical equipment, ensuring the injured party can focus on recovery without the burden of unexpected medical bills.
Compensation for lost wages covers earnings lost during recovery and potential future earnings if you’re unable to return to work. This ensures financial stability both while you recover from your injuries and in the future.
This compensation addresses the physical pain and emotional distress caused by the accident. It acknowledges the non-economic impact of your injuries, providing relief for suffering that isn’t easily quantifiable, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more.
Punitive damages are awarded in cases of egregious negligence, serving as punishment to the offender and as a deterrent to prevent future negligent behavior. This compensation is not standard in personal injury cases and requires demonstrating deliberate misconduct or disregard for safety.
Pedestrians constitute 65% of all non-motorists involved in traffic collisions, according to the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. If a car strikes you while on foot in Gary, Indiana, you may be covered by insurance, but it depends on several factors, including the specifics of the insurance policies involved.
Primarily, the driver’s auto insurance should cover your injuries under their liability coverage. Indiana follows a fault-based (or “tort”) system for car accidents, meaning the driver at fault is responsible for the damages.
If the driver is uninsured or underinsured, you might seek compensation through your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, if you have it. Additionally, your health insurance may cover medical expenses, but specific coverage details can vary significantly. It’s important to review your policy and consult with a personal injury accident lawyer at Christie Farrell & Lee Bell to navigate your options effectively.
Choosing the right legal representation will make all the difference in your recovery journey. At Christie Farrell Lee & Bell, we offer a free initial consultation and bring over four decades of expertise to bear on your case.
Choosing us means partnering with a team dedicated to fighting for your rights and ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. Don’t hesitate to contact us today to schedule a free consultation and take the first step towards justice.
“From my first telephone conference with Mr. Christie to the settlement of my case, I found Lee and his office staff to be professional, courteous, and extremely helpful. Mr. Christie is professional, very knowledgeable, thorough, and realistic.”
“Tina Bell is the best. She continued to pursue the case resulting in an agreeable settlement.”
“Lee Christie represented my parents after an auto accident and he was wonderful! He always answered any questions or concerns we had and I would recommend him to anyone!”
“Lee Christie and Jill DuVall were very compassionate and caring in a stressful situation. They always answered our questions promptly, sometimes very late in the evening.”
“They were professional, yet very personally involved in our case. After hiring them, I felt a huge weight lifted from my shoulder so I concentrate on taking care of my husband.”
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