Riverside Pedestrian Accident Attorney

Standing up for Injured Pedestrians in the City

Thousands of pedestrians are injured in accidents each year around the country. If we want to bring pedestrian accidents down to zero, then we need to make sure that everyone who causes such an accident through negligence is held accountable for their mistakes. As such, if you were hit by a driver while you were walking down the street or through a parking lot, it is important that you understand the legal actions you can take against them and make the right call.

Let Attorney Scott J. Corwin of Scott J. Corwin, A Professional Law Corporation in Riverside help you with your pedestrian accident case. Across his 30+ years of practice experience, he has helped more than 3,000 accident victims and recovered more than $125 million total for them. He is also one of fewer than 700 attorneys nationwide who are members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. For your future wellbeing and recovery, put your case in the hands of this accomplished lawyer.

For a FREE CONSULTATION, call (310) 683-2300 now.

California Laws to Protect Pedestrians

In California, various laws are used to help protect pedestrians from negligent drivers. For example, motorists are required to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, even if the crosswalk is unmarked or located at a non-intersection point. Also, in areas of high foot traffic, motorists must reduce their speed to keep those pedestrians safe, even if that would mean traveling at a speed lower than normal.

Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right-Of-Way?

No, pedestrians do not always have the right-of-way, which means that pedestrians must follow the rules of the road like motorists. Your liability as a pedestrian could go up if you were not following those rules when a driver hit you. We will work diligently to make sure that your liability is as low as possible.

Negligent actions that could increase a pedestrian’s liability in an accident include:

• Jaywalking
• Dashing into the street without looking
• Jogging in the street
• Crossing against a traffic light’s instructions

California has a pure comparative negligence rule when assigning liability for a pedestrian accident. As such, you can still file a claim against a driver who hit you, even if you are found to be mostly liable. You could even be 99 percent liable and still retain the right to sue the driver who was 1 percent liable.

Catastrophic Injuries Suffered by Pedestrians

Pedestrian accidents often result in catastrophic injuries suffered by the pedestrian. The weight and size of a car or commercial truck are immense. The force of the impact will be severe and can instantaneously cause life-changing injuries.

Pedestrians who have been hit by drivers might suffer:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Multiple broken bones
• Permanent scarring

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents

2021 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data shows that 7,342 pedestrians lost their lives in pedestrian-vehicle accidents. If you lost a loved one to a fatal pedestrian accident, then we can discuss how to file a wrongful death claim in their name and pursue justice that might be the first step in your continued grieving process.

Ready to Help the People of Riverside

If you can, call (310) 683-2300 within the next few hours after being in a pedestrian accident. The sooner that Scott J. Corwin can start working on your case, the better. He can use his extensive legal talents and experience to find strong evidence of liability and give you the best possible opportunity to win your case.

Remember: Initial consultations are free. Schedule yours today.