Maison Law helps pedestrians injured in Kentucky Fried Chicken parking lots across California, where there are many moving vehicles and other potential hazards. If you’re hurt in one of these accidents because someone wasn’t careful, you have legal options, and our California pedestrian accident lawyers will be there to help. Contact us today for a free consultation to learn more.
Do You Need a Lawyer?
Any pedestrian accident is going to bring a lot of uncertainty. Your injuries can vary in this scenario, but whether or not you need a lawyer depends on the circumstances. Basically, no matter how hurt you are, you have legal options. However, you probably don’t need a lawyer if your injuries are minor.
On the other hand, if your injuries are more serious or if the accident is more complicated, having our lawyers on your side can really help. With our experience and knowledge, we can:
- Explain your rights and options
- Help you gather evidence and records
- Talk with insurance companies
- Make the legal process easier on you and your family
Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents in KFC parking lots aren’t easy to deal with. But our team will be there to support your claim and guide you through the legal process. The starting point is figuring out who’s responsible for the accident itself.
Who’s Liable in a Pedestrian Accident in a KFC Parking Lot?
Once again, if you’re injured in a pedestrian accident in a KFC parking lot, you do have options. However, these options only apply if the accident resulted from someone else’s “negligence.”
Negligence sets the legal responsibility for covering your injuries and other damages. In pedestrian accidents, negligence could refer to various actions:
- Driving too fast
- Driving while distracted
- Failing to give right of way to you or other pedestrians
- Disregarding traffic signals
- Reversing without looking for pedestrians
- Driving a vehicle under the influence
- Poor lighting or visibility conditions
- Damaged or uneven pavement
- Parking in zones designated for pedestrians
Obviously, these actions will put a lot of the liability on the driver that hit you or whoever owns or manages the KFC. But there are various other parties that could potentially be involved depending on the circumstances:
- Other drivers
- Other pedestrians
- Parts manufacturers
- Security contractors
- Local or state government agencies
There’s unfortunately a wide range of things that can lead to an accident in a KFC parking lot, but what’s important for you to understand is that you have to show negligence in order for your legal options to kick in. At that point though, you can start thinking about the legal process.
What Are Your Legal Options After One of These Accidents?
One of the good things about the situation is that you have legal options. You never want to get hurt, but it does help that California law gives you the ability to make a recovery. The way that it does this is by giving you the legal right to file an injury claim against the responsible parties, which then allows you to recover financial support from them.
Generally speaking, you have two main options to file this injury claim:
- Filing an insurance claim out of court
- Filing a personal injury lawsuit
Both options mean you formally make a claim, then present evidence to support it. At that point, depending on how well you do that (and other factors), you can potentially recover things like:
- Medical expenses, covering your treatment, hospitalization, surgeries, and medication.
- Continued care or permanent injury treatment.
- Lost wages for current inability to work, and potential future earnings if permanently disabled.
- Support for physical pain, mental suffering, and emotional distress stemming from the accident.
- Repair or replacement costs for any damaged personal belongings.
- Financial considerations for any diminished companionship or quality of life.
While success isn’t guaranteed, our team can bolster your case. Additionally, it’s crucial to follow California’s statute of limitations for injury claims, which is two years from the accident date. Missing this deadline prevents you from filing a claim and recovering these vital damages.
What You Need to Do After These Accidents
It’s not just about your legal options, there’s actually things you have to do before the claims process even starts. This is important to your claim, but it’s even more important for your health and safety. Here are the steps you should take after the accident to reinforce your claim:
- Get immediate medical care – Even if you believe your injuries are minor, it’s vital to call for an ambulance and see a doctor as soon as you can. This not only addresses immediate injuries but also identifies any potential delayed symptoms. KFC should be able to give you first aid before an ambulance arrives.
- Report the accident – At the same time, you’ll also want to contact local law enforcement to create an official report, which is vital for supporting your claim. Additionally, tell KFC’s employees or manager about the accident, since they are responsible for addressing any hazards on their property.
- Exchange information – Get contact and insurance details from all involved parties, including the drivers and individuals at the restaurant. Provide your information as well. If there are any witnesses, get their contact information, as well.
- Document the scene – Use your phone or camera to take photos and videos of the accident scene, including vehicle damage, injuries, property damage, and the conditions of the parking lot.
- File a claim with your insurance – Tell your insurance provider about the accident, regardless of fault, to keep them informed of the situation.
- Follow treatment plans – Follow along with your doctor’s treatment plan for recovery, showing your commitment to getting better.
- Avoid admitting fault – Refrain from discussing the accident with anyone except your legal representatives or authorities. Avoid admitting fault or making statements to insurance companies without seeking legal advice. Also, don’t talk about the accident on social media.
- Track damages – Maintain records of how the accident has affected your life, including missed work, emotional distress, and disruptions to your daily routines.
- Preserve evidence – Retain records of medical treatments, bills, and other accident-related expenses for your case. If available, try to get security footage that may support your claim.
Taking these steps is important not just for backing up your claim but also for protecting your health and well-being after the accident. Not following them doesn’t remove your choices but can make it harder to prove damages. Still, our team is here to help you through.
Contact Maison Law After a Pedestrian Accident in a California KFC Parking Lot
When you think about the sheer number of people that go in and out of a KFC parking lot every day, it’s not surprising that accidents happen. That said, when you’re a pedestrian in this situation, your injuries can turn your life upside down. But you don’t have to face it alone. Our California pedestrian accident lawyers at Maison Law can support you through the claims process, making sure you have what you need for a successful claim. To get the process started, contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
