Vehicle vs. Pedestrian

Vehicle vs. Pedestrian

Vehicle vs. pedestrian collisions are among the most serious and devastating types of traffic accidents in California because pedestrians have no protection against the force of a moving vehicle. In 2023, there were 1,106 pedestrians killed in California traffic crashes, accounting for roughly 27 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities in the state. Nearly 15,000 pedestrians are injured in traffic crashes across California each year.

Pedestrian accidents can occur in many ways. They can occur in crosswalks, on sidewalks, in parking lots, or even in places closed off to vehicle traffic such as plazas. Common contributing factors include drivers failing to yield, speeding, impaired or distracted driving, and poor visibility at night. Pedestrians struck by vehicles often suffer serious injuries, including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and life-altering disabilities, because they have no physical protection. Insurance companies frequently respond to these claims by disputing fault or minimizing the severity of injuries to reduce their payout. California law allows injured pedestrians to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care when a negligent driver causes the crash. Attorney Ryan’s team puts maximum pressure on greedy insurance companies to get you the full compensation you need after being hit by a vehicle.

Why do you need a California Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Attorney?

  • Insurance companies have entire teams dedicated to minimizing your payout — you need an equally skilled advocate fighting back on your behalf.
  • Victims routinely underestimate the full value of their claim, missing compensation for future medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering.
  • Strict filing deadlines can permanently eliminate your ability to seek compensation — and most people don’t know the clock is already ticking.
  • Personal injury attorneys work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing unless you win — so there’s no financial risk to getting the help you need.