Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
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Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in The Woodlands, TX
A pedestrian has little protection when struck by a vehicle. Even a collision at a relatively low speed can result in fractures, head trauma, spinal injuries, or other serious harm. Recovery may involve medical appointments, time away from work, and uncertainty about who will pay the resulting expenses.
Grimes & Fertitta helps injured people evaluate personal injury claims. If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle in The Woodlands, an attorney can review how the collision happened and explain possible legal options.
What causes pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrian collisions may involve distracted driving, speeding, failure to yield, unsafe turns, backing vehicles, impaired driving, or poor visibility. The actual cause must be established through evidence rather than assumption.
Relevant evidence may include photographs, traffic or surveillance video, witness statements, crash reports, vehicle damage, and medical records.
Who may be responsible for a pedestrian accident?
A driver may be responsible when the evidence establishes legally actionable conduct that caused the injury. Depending on the circumstances, other parties may also need to be investigated.
Texas law also considers the conduct of the people involved. Under the state’s proportionate-responsibility rules, a claimant’s percentage of responsibility can affect recovery. A finding of responsibility does not automatically eliminate every claim; the specific statutory rules and evidence matter.
What should you do after being struck by a vehicle?
- Call 911 if emergency assistance is needed.
- Obtain medical evaluation, even if symptoms initially seem manageable.
- Report the incident and request available crash information.
- Preserve photographs, witness details, and any video.
- Keep records of treatment, expenses, and missed work.
- Avoid signing a settlement or release before understanding its effect.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring a claim if I was not in a crosswalk?
Possibly. The location of the collision is one factor, but it does not alone answer every question about liability. The circumstances and applicable law must be reviewed.
What if the driver says I was at fault?
Fault is determined from the evidence and applicable legal rules, not simply from one person’s statement.
What damages may be available?
Depending on the facts, a claim may include medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other legally recoverable losses.
Talk with Grimes & Fertitta
If a vehicle struck you while you were walking in The Woodlands, contact Grimes & Fertitta to discuss your situation.
The Woodlands: 281-882-8488
Houston: 713-224-7644