California Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

The timeline for filing depends on the specific circumstances of your case. California law generally provides two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. If a government entity is involved — such as a city bus or a dangerous crosswalk maintained by a public agency — you must file an administrative claim within six months. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your right to recover compensation. Call us to discuss the specific deadlines that apply to your case.

In the vast majority of pedestrian accident cases, the driver is at fault. California law grants pedestrians strong legal protections, particularly in crosswalks and intersections. Drivers have a duty to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians at all times. Even if a pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk, the driver may still bear significant liability under California’s comparative negligence rules.

At Law Warriors Group, we work on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs, no retainers, and no hourly fees. You pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict we recover for you, so there is zero financial risk to you.

California only requires drivers to carry $30,000 in liability coverage per person. Pedestrian injuries often far exceed this amount. If your damages exceed the driver’s policy limits, you may be able to recover additional compensation through your own underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage. An experienced pedestrian accident attorney can identify every available source of recovery to maximize your compensation.

Yes. California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning you can recover damages even if you were partially at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you do not lose your right to recovery. Even if you were crossing outside a crosswalk, the driver still had a legal duty to exercise due care and avoid hitting you.

Treatment on a lien is an arrangement where a medical provider agrees to treat you now and defer payment until your case settles or goes to verdict. The provider places a lien on your settlement, meaning they get paid directly from your recovery. This allows you to receive the medical care you need even if you cannot afford it out of pocket or do not have health insurance.

Call 911 immediately and do not leave the scene. Get medical attention even if you feel okay — adrenaline can mask serious injuries like internal bleeding and traumatic brain injury. Document the scene with photos, get the driver’s information and insurance details, and collect witness contact information. Do not give a recorded statement to any insurance company before speaking with an attorney.

The timeline depends on the specific circumstances of your case, including the severity of your injuries, the complexity of liability, and whether a fair settlement can be reached. Some cases resolve in a matter of weeks, while others involving serious injuries or disputed fault may take several months or longer. Your attorney will work to resolve your case as efficiently as possible while maximizing your compensation.