What to do after a pedestrian injuries injury
- Get emergency care — internal injuries are common even when you can 'walk it off.'
- Make sure police take a report and identify the driver.
- Have someone photograph the scene, the vehicle, and any sight-line issues.
- Note nearby businesses that may have exterior camera footage.
Why hire a lawyer for a pedestrian injuries case?
Drivers will often claim the pedestrian 'darted out' or 'wasn't in the crosswalk.' Reconstruction, video, and witness statements rebut that — but only if someone preserves them quickly.
Common injuries we see
- Head and brain injuries
- Pelvic and lower-extremity fractures
- Spine injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Severe road and ground injuries
What you can recover
Medical bills, future care, lost wages, and significant non-economic damages, including pain, scarring, and loss of independence.
Florida & Georgia law that affects your case
Florida and Georgia drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked and many unmarked crosswalks and use ordinary care to avoid hitting people on the road. Comparative fault still applies — but in most cases, a moving vehicle bears the lion's share.
Insurance company tactics to watch for
- Arguing the pedestrian was 'jaywalking' even when crossing in a clearly marked crosswalk.
- Pushing low offers tied to soft-tissue billing only, ignoring future orthopedic care.
How our process works
- Free consultation.
- Scene investigation, video canvass, and reconstruction.
- Medical and economic documentation.
- Demand and negotiation, then litigation if needed.
