Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Philadelphia

A pedestrian accident occurs when a person on foot is struck by a motor vehicle, including cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles. These often happen in crosswalks, at intersections, in parking lots, or along roadways, and they can cause serious or fatal injuries because a pedestrian has no physical protection.

You may be able to bring a lawsuit if you were injured because of a driver's negligence. Drivers have a legal duty to operate cautiously and to watch for pedestrians. If a driver fails to do that and causes injury, they may be held responsible for the resulting damages through their insurance or a personal injury claim.

Seek medical attention immediately, even if injuries are not obvious yet. If the driver stops, photograph the scene and collect their insurance and contact information. Get witness contact details if you can, and follow all recommended medical treatment. Speaking with an attorney early helps protect your rights.

Hit-and-run accidents, where the driver leaves the scene. Crosswalk accidents, where a pedestrian is struck while legally crossing at a marked crosswalk. And intersection accidents, where a pedestrian is hit while crossing at an unmarked intersection. The circumstances affect both liability and the legal options available.

In both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, most pedestrian accident lawsuits must be filed within two years from the date of the accident. This deadline, the statute of limitations, applies to claims against negligent drivers, and missing it can end the right to pursue compensation.

A hit-and-run does not automatically end a claim. Identifying the vehicle through police work, witnesses, or nearby camera footage is one avenue, and coverage on your own auto policy may respond when no at-fault driver is located. We review every source of recovery available to you.

The initial case review is free, confidential, and carries no obligation. Fee arrangements differ by practice group and by the facts of your matter, so we explain exactly how fees would work for your case, in plain language and in writing, before you are asked to sign anything.

• After a pedestrian accident, seek medical attention immediately, even if injuries are not immediately apparent. If the driver stops, document the scene by taking photos and collecting the driver’s insurance and contact information. If possible, obtain witness contact details and follow all recommended medical treatment. Speaking with an attorney can help protect your rights early in the process. Contact an attorney at Freundlich & Littman, LLC for a free consultation.