Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable people on Sacramento’s roads. When a negligent driver fails to yield, speeds through an intersection, or drives while distracted, the consequences can be devastating.
At Demas Law Group, P.C., Northern California’s trusted personal injury advocates, our Sacramento pedestrian accident lawyers help injured pedestrians and grieving families pursue the financial recovery they deserve after serious motor vehicle accidents. With more than 25 years of experience and a team that includes former insurance defense attorneys, we know how to build strong claims and hold careless drivers accountable.
Have you been injured by a negligent driver while walking in Sacramento? Contact a Sacramento pedestrian accident lawyer at Demas Law Group for a free consultation — no fees unless we win. Call us today at (916) 444-0100.
How Our Sacramento Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Help You With Your Case
After a pedestrian accident, you should be able to focus on healing instead of dealing with insurance companies, medical bills, and legal deadlines. Our team takes over every aspect of your claim so you can concentrate on your recovery. We will:
- Conduct an independent investigation by gathering accident reports, surveillance footage, photographs, witness statements, and other evidence before it disappears.
- Identify every liable party by determining whether a negligent driver, employer, government entity, or another party shares responsibility for your injuries.
- Handle all insurance communications so adjusters cannot pressure you into making recorded statements or accepting an unfair settlement.
- Document your full damages by working with your physicians and other experts to calculate current and future medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and diminished earning capacity.
- Protect you from comparative fault allegations by challenging attempts to unfairly shift blame onto you for the pedestrian accident.
- Prepare every case for trial because insurance companies know Demas Law Group is willing to take deserving cases before a jury when necessary.
There is no upfront cost to hire Demas Law Group. We are available 24/7, and you pay nothing unless we successfully recover compensation on your behalf.
California’s Pedestrian Accident Laws
California law provides important protections for pedestrians, but drivers and pedestrians alike have responsibilities when using public roadways. Although motorists must exercise reasonable care to avoid striking pedestrians, every pedestrian accident is evaluated based on the specific facts surrounding the collision.
California follows a pure comparative negligence system. This means you may still recover compensation even if you were partially responsible for the accident. However, your financial recovery will generally be reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies often try to use this rule to minimize payouts by arguing that the pedestrian crossed outside a crosswalk, entered traffic unexpectedly, or failed to pay attention.
Our Sacramento pedestrian accident attorneys know how these arguments are made and how to challenge them with evidence such as surveillance footage, eyewitness testimony, vehicle data, and accident reconstruction analysis.
California also generally gives injured pedestrians two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, shorter deadlines may apply if a government agency is involved, making it important to seek legal advice as soon as possible.
Your Rights as a Pedestrian in Sacramento
Pedestrians have the right to use sidewalks, marked crosswalks, and many unmarked intersections safely. Drivers must remain alert, obey traffic signals, yield when required by law, and exercise reasonable care to avoid collisions.
As an injured pedestrian, you may have the right to:
- Seek compensation from the negligent driver responsible for the crash.
- Recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
- Pursue compensation for future medical treatment and rehabilitation.
- File a wrongful death claim if a family member was fatally injured in a pedestrian accident.
- Reject unfair settlement offers from insurance companies and pursue your case in court if necessary.
Understanding your legal rights is only part of the process. Successfully enforcing those rights often requires prompt investigation and experienced legal representation before critical evidence disappears.
