Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian Law In California

The law in the state of California states that pedestrians have the right of way. A car must yield to the pedestrian and applies where there is a crosswalk and where there is no crosswalk. California takes a very tough stance on pedestrian safety and imposes heavy fines and penalties on the offending driver.

In some cases it may be found that there is some negligence on the part of the pedestrian which contributed to the accident. Walking and texting, jaywalking, and other factors will be taken into account in a car-pedestrian accident lawsuit settlement case.

Common cases of pedestrian accdients include:

• Hit and run
• Car vs pedestrian
• Bicycle vs pedestrian

What To Do After A Pedestrian Accident

Here the steps that can help in a pedestrian accident case:

• Go to the nearest emergency room to have the situation assessed and treated
• Take pictures of the site of the accident – vehicle, roads, and intersections from all angles, physical evidence left behind
• Take pictures of sustained injuries
• Make notes about the circumstances leading up to the accident
• File a police report
• Only discuss the accident with the police and your personal injury attorney

If you are the victim of a pedestrian accident, there are 4 main areas in which you may recover for damages: medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of normal life. If you have been hit by a car or other vehicle it is imperative that you seek the help of a personal injury attorney.