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You may have been out for a walk or just trying to run some errands. Pedestrians have the right to safely cross and use roads when they are out and about. When a driver fails to see you and hits you, it's usually the fault of the inattentive driver. You should not wait too long to take action against the driver. Read below to find out why procrastinating things can lead to a missed opportunity to be compensated for the accident.

Time Is of the Essence

There are good reasons why every state has a statute of limitations that applies to personal injury situations like pedestrian accidents. Instead of putting things off till you know more about the accident, be proactive and speak to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Once they are on the case, a personal injury lawyer won't allow your case to go past the date allowed. If you end up waiting too long to file a case in court, you won't be able to pursue damages no matter how much you are owed and how bad your injuries were as a result of the accident.

Your Financial Worries Will Deepen

If you were hurt, you probably missed income from a job. Lost wages are only one way that the accident has damaged you. In the case of an injury, your medical bills are also a consideration. Taking action fast gets the ball rolling so that you can be paid for your lost wages, pain and suffering, and any medical bills that may linger once the driver's insurance pays. You don't want to experience the bad effects of a collection action on your credit rating because the insurer dragged their heels and failed to fully cover your medical expenses.

Evidence Can Be Fragile

One of the main reasons why the statute of limitations exists is to preserve important evidence. Take, for example, eyewitness testimony. Once you speak to a lawyer, witness statements are recorded as soon as possible while memories are fresh and witnesses are easier to locate. Here are a few other forms of evidence that are better accessed early:

• Video footage of the accident from a nearby residence, business, or bystander.
• Signs of the accident at the scene and to the vehicle. Your law team will need to get some photos of the damage to the driver's vehicle before it's repaired, for instance.

The best reason to act fast and speak to a lawyer, though, is peace of mind that your accident case will be handled professionally and efficiently. Speak to a personal injury lawyer as soon as you can.