{"id":199,"date":"2022-01-14T14:28:33","date_gmt":"2022-01-14T19:28:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/?p=199"},"modified":"2022-01-28T14:32:12","modified_gmt":"2022-01-28T19:32:12","slug":"lower-body-injuries-in-miami-pedestrian-accidents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/lower-body-injuries-in-miami-pedestrian-accidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Lower Body Injuries in Miami Pedestrian Accidents"},"content":{"rendered":"

You do not need a background in science to realize that the person on foot is more likely to sustain catastrophic injuries in a Miami pedestrian accident than the driver of a car. Walkers do not stand a chance against the large, speeding vehicles with whom they share the road. It is also not that far a stretch to assume that many victims will suffer injuries to the lower extremities because of where the bumper of a vehicle comes into contact with the body.<\/span> Statistics indicate that<\/span><\/a> one-third all pedestrian accident injuries involve the feet, legs, and hips.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Knowing that there are more than 8,100 pedestrian accidents statewide every year \u2013 and almost 2,600 of them occur in South Florida \u2013 the dangers of lower body injuries come to the forefront. Trauma to the body below the waist is serious, and not only because of the physical pain. You could be unable to work and enjoy your favorite activities. It is a comfort to know that you have legal remedies, and a<\/span> Miami pedestrian accident lawyer<\/span><\/a> can guide you through the legal process. An overview is also useful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common Lower Body Injuries in Pedestrian Accidents<\/b><\/p>\n

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You do not need a background in science to realize that the person on foot is more likely to sustain catastrophic injuries in a Miami pedestrian accident than the driver of a car. Walkers do not stand a chance against the large, speeding vehicles with whom they share the road. 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