Right of way at California intersections and crosswalks
California Vehicle Code §21950 requires drivers to yield to pedestrians within any marked crosswalk and within unmarked crosswalks at any intersection. A driver's failure to yield is per se negligence. But carriers will routinely argue contributory fault — that the pedestrian darted out, was distracted, or was outside the crosswalk. The fight is in the details: surveillance footage, witness statements, and accident-reconstruction work.
Government entity liability for unsafe intersections
If your pedestrian accident occurred at an intersection that lacked a safe crosswalk, had inadequate signage or signal timing, or had vegetation that blocked sight lines, the responsible city or county may be liable under Government Code §835. These claims require a Government Tort Claim filed within six months of the injury — there is no extension.
Hit-and-run cases
If the driver fled the scene, your own auto insurance's uninsured motorist coverage typically applies — even if you were on foot. We pursue every coverage source while law enforcement investigates the driver.
Catastrophic injury valuation
Pedestrian-versus-vehicle accidents commonly produce traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple fractures, and amputations. The future-damages calculation — lifetime medical, attendant care, lost earning capacity, home and vehicle modifications — is often more important than the past medical bills.
Free case review
Call (213) 380-9310 for a free review of your pedestrian accident case.