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Child Pedestrian Accidents
Children struck while walking, playing, or crossing streets.
About Child Pedestrian Accidents
Child pedestrian accidents are particularly tragic and involve special legal considerations. Drivers have heightened duties around children, who are less predictable and may dart into streets. Damages include long-term effects on development, education, and future earning capacity.
Common Injuries
Growth plate injuries
Traumatic brain injury
Long-term developmental impacts
Psychological trauma
Facial injuries
Wrongful death
Unique Factors in These Cases
- Drivers must anticipate child behavior
- Statutory protections for children
- Parental claims for emotional distress
- Future earnings calculations complex
- Educational impact damages
Evidence Needed
Pediatric medical specialists
Child development experts
Educational impact assessment
Future care planning
Family impact documentation
$100,000 - $1,000,000+
Average Settlement Range
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