Los Angeles Pedestrian Accident Injuries

Los Angeles pedestrian accident injuries are often serious medical events that require costly treatment. Pedestrians have less protection than drivers or passengers in motor vehicles. Your injuries may keep you away from work and cause you to suffer other significant losses in your day-to-day life.

Our personal injury attorneys advocate for pedestrians harmed in car accidents and other catastrophic events by pursuing compensation claims against those at fault. We take a hands-on, personal approach to each client’s case that considers their concerns and needs. Learn more about pedestrian accident injury claims below and how CD Law could fight to recover maximum compensation in your case.

Who Is Liable for a Pedestrian Accident Injury?

Liability for injury in a Los Angeles pedestrian accident will depend on the events and circumstances that contributed to its cause. In many cases, fault and liability are assigned to a driver whose negligent or wrongful acts caused the pedestrian accident. A driver’s liability can arise from many events and acts in pedestrian accidents, including:

Failing to yield the right of way
Driving while intoxicated
Driving while distracted
Speeding

Injuries in pedestrian accidents can involve broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and other serious conditions. Seek medical evaluation and care immediately after a pedestrian accident to treat all related injuries.

Damages an Injured Pedestrian Could Recover Against a Negligent Driver

The amount and extent of damages for pedestrian accident injuries in Los Angeles vary from case to case. The severity of an injury and its impact on your life are the biggest factors influencing potential compensation. In general, you may be able to claim damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages if an injury makes you unable to work.

What if Multiple Parties Are Liable for Causing a Pedestrian Accident?

Los Angeles pedestrian accidents can sometimes involve the fault of multiple parties, including an injured plaintiff. In such cases, California apportions liability among each party by the percentage of liability a jury assigns them. An injured pedestrian may only be able to recover compensation for a reduced portion of their total damages if found partially responsible for causing the accident. For example, a pedestrian who jaywalks or fails to follow other traffic rules may have some comparative fault.

The Deadline To File a Personal Injury Lawsuit

California has a two-year statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim that generally begins on the date of an accident. An injured pedestrian in Los Angeles must file their claim within this period to preserve their right to pursue compensation against a negligent driver or another liable party. Missing this filing deadline can result in a dismissal of your case and prevent compensation recovery.

Contact CD Law About an Injury Claim for a Los Angeles Pedestrian Accident