At Auger Hollingsworth Accident & Injury Lawyers, our pedestrian accident lawyers represent individuals injured in pedestrian accidents involving motor vehicles in Kingston. Our Kingston personal injury team guides clients through the legal process, insurance claims, and personal injury claims arising from a pedestrian-motor vehicle accident.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Kingston
Pedestrian accidents in Kingston frequently occur in high-traffic areas such as intersections, school zones, and marked crosswalks. Many incidents involve motor vehicles failing to comply with the Ontario Highway Traffic Act. Identifying the cause is critical to proving negligence and advancing personal injury claims.
Common contributing factors include:
- Distracted driving, including mobile phone use, looking away from the road, and adjusting car controls
- Speeding through residential areas or failing to slow down at crosswalks
- Failure to yield at intersections and while turning
- Running red lights or ignoring stop signs
- Impaired driving involving alcohol or drugs
- Poor visibility due to weather or low lighting
In some cases, hazardous conditions, such as obstructed sightlines or poorly maintained roadways, may also contribute. A detailed review of the accident scene helps establish how the motor vehicle collision occurred.
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Common Injuries in Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are vulnerable during a motor vehicle accident. Injuries are often more severe than those seen in other auto accidents. Even low-speed impact can cause serious harm.
Frequent injuries include:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and concussion
- Fractures and broken bones in the legs, hips, ribs, and arms
- Orthopaedic injuries requiring surgery or long-term rehabilitation
- Spinal cord injuries affecting mobility and independence
- Internal injuries that require emergency treatment
Medical documentation is essential. Treatment records support insurance claims and help quantify medical expenses, medical bills, and future care needs.
Compensation for Pedestrian Accident Victims
In Ontario, injured pedestrians may access Statutory Accident Benefits regardless of fault. These benefits provide early financial support following a motor vehicle accident.
Available compensation may include:
- Income replacement benefits
- Medical/rehabilitative benefits
- Attendant care benefits
- Non-earner benefits
In addition to Accident Benefits, a lawsuit may seek compensation for:
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of income and earning capacity
- Ongoing medical expenses
- Future care costs
Compensation depends on the severity of the injuries, the impact on daily life, and the available insurance coverage.
