Dallas Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Were you struck by a vehicle while walking in Dallas, Texas? The driver who hit you may owe you compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.

A Dallas pedestrian accident lawyer at Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. can make sure they pay it. Call (972) 550-6818 for a free consultation.

We have decades of experience holding negligent drivers accountable for the harm they cause. We are ready to push back and fight for the compensation you deserve. 

Why Choose Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. to Handle My Pedestrian Accident Case?

Getting struck by a vehicle can upend your health, your income, and your sense of safety. That kind of harm shouldn’t go unaddressed.

The right legal team can help you rebuild and seek the compensation you need to be made whole. 

Clients in Dallas, Texas, trust Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. because:

• Our Dallas personal injury lawyers have earned recognition from respected legal organizations, including Texas Lawyer Magazine and the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• We are experienced trial lawyers; our founder has more than 300 trials and arbitrations under his belt. 
• Our team has spent decades representing injured Texans.
• We have secured some of the most substantial injury case results in the state, with millions recovered for our clients to date.
• There is no cost to hire us unless we win.

Call today to schedule a free consultation with a Dallas pedestrian accident attorney who will fight for the recovery you deserve.

What Is My Dallas Pedestrian Accident Case Worth?

Pedestrian accident claims must be evaluated before an attorney can determine their worth. The value depends heavily on the unique facts and circumstances of your accident and life. 

Several factors can influence your compensation, including:

• The severity of your injuries 
• The extent of medical treatment you have needed and will need 
• How long your recovery is expected to take 
• Whether you can return to work, and in what capacity 
• The insurance coverage available to pay your claim 
• Whether liability is disputed or shared among multiple parties 
• Whether the driver’s insurer is trying to shift blame onto you

Pedestrian accident claims often carry significant value, since a person on foot has no protection against the force of a moving vehicle. The best way to understand what your specific case may be worth is to speak with an experienced Dallas pedestrian accident attorney.

What Kinds of Damages Are Available to Pedestrian Accident Victims?

Texas law allows injured pedestrians to pursue both economic and non-economic damages through a personal injury claim. When combined, these damages should address the entire range of financial and personal losses you’ve suffered. 

If your case succeeds, you may be able to recover compensation for:

• Medical expenses – past and future 
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation 
• Assistive devices, such as wheelchairs or prosthetics 
• The projected cost of ongoing and future medical care 
• Income lost while you are unable to work 
• Diminished future earning capacity 
• Physical pain and mental anguish 
• Loss of enjoyment of activities you valued before the crash

Tragically, many pedestrian collisions are fatal. Texas law allows certain surviving family members, including a spouse, children, and parents, to pursue a wrongful death claim for losses related to an untimely death. These include (but are not limited to) funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support, and the loss of their loved one’s companionship and guidance.

An experienced attorney can help you track what damages are available in your case. 

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Pedestrian Accident Attorney in Dallas?

Most pedestrian accident cases feature contingency fee structures. Under this arrangement, you pay no upfront attorney’s fees. Instead, your attorney’s fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict recovered on your behalf, typically in the range of 33% to 40%. That means the payment comes at the end of your case, not during its pendency. 

But you owe no attorney’s fees unless your lawyer actually wins your claim. Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. handles pedestrian accident cases on contingency and offers free consultations, so you can understand your options before committing to anything.

Who Has the Right of Way? Texas Crosswalk and Pedestrian Laws

Texas Transportation Code Chapter 552 governs how pedestrians and drivers must share the road, and it creates duties for both sides. Section 552.008 requires every driver to exercise due care to avoid colliding with a pedestrian, regardless of who technically had the right of way in the moment.

Under Section 552.003, drivers must stop and yield to pedestrians who are lawfully within a marked or unmarked crosswalk, so long as no traffic signal is controlling the intersection. This duty applies even when a driver is turning at an intersection. 

Pedestrians have responsibilities, too. Under Section 552.005, a pedestrian crossing outside a marked or unmarked crosswalk must yield to vehicle traffic (otherwise they are “jaywalking”). Where no sidewalk exists, Section 552.006 requires pedestrians to walk facing oncoming traffic along the road’s edge.

A driver cannot simply claim a pedestrian was jaywalking and walk away from liability if the driver had a reasonable opportunity to avoid the collision and failed to take it.

Can I Recover Compensation if I’m Being Blamed for a Pedestrian Accident in Texas?

Texas follows a modified comparative negligence system, with a 51% bar rule (Chapter 33 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code). You can typically still recover damages as long as you are found no more than 50% responsible for the accident. If you are found 51% or more at fault, Texas law bars you from recovering anything.

If you are found partially at fault, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of responsibility. For example, if your damages total $100,000 and you are found 31% at fault, your recovery would generally be reduced to $69,000.

Insurance companies frequently try to blame the pedestrian to limit what they pay, citing jaywalking or other factors that do not tell the whole story. These accusations are not always accurate, and an experienced attorney can challenge them using the same right-of-way framework outlined above to protect the full value of your claim.

Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries in Dallas, TX

Pedestrians have virtually no protection against a moving vehicle; injuries in these crashes tend to be severe or fatal.

We regularly represent clients who have suffered:

• Traumatic brain injuries and concussions 
• Skull fractures 
• Neck and back injuries 
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis 
• Broken bones and fractures 
• Pelvic and hip injuries 
• Internal bleeding and organ damage 
• Crush injuries 
• Road rash and severe lacerations 
• Facial injuries 
• Amputations

Many pedestrian accidents cause multiple injuries at once. If you were struck by a car or truck in Dallas, you may have a claim for fair compensation for everything you are facing.

What Causes Most Pedestrian Accidents in Dallas?

Most pedestrian accidents happen because a driver fails to exercise reasonable care around people walking or crossing the street. These crashes are typically preventable and based on specific negligent conduct of a driver. 

Common causes in the Dallas area include:

• Distracted driving. A driver checking a phone or navigation screen may not see a pedestrian until it is too late to react. 
• Failure to yield. Despite the clear crosswalk requirements under Texas law, many drivers simply fail to yield to pedestrians who have the right of way. 
• Speeding. Higher speeds leave less time to react and make any resulting injuries considerably more severe. 
• Impaired driving. Alcohol and drug impairment slow reaction time and judgment, often with tragic consequences for pedestrians. 
• Poor visibility. Many crashes happen at night or in poorly lit areas, though drivers remain responsible for operating safely under those conditions. 
• Backing-up accidents. Parking lots and driveways are common sites of pedestrian collisions when drivers fail to check behind them before reversing.

Identifying the precise cause is the foundation of a strong personal injury claim. It also determines who is liable for your accident and whether multiple parties may share fault (potentially leading to multiple insurance policies). 

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Pedestrian Accident in Texas?

Texas law generally gives pedestrian accident victims two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Wrongful death claims are typically subject to that same two-year deadline, starting on the date of death.

Missing this deadline can permanently cost you the right to recover compensation through the courts. There are limited exceptions. That’s why it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after your accident.

Contact an Experienced Dallas Pedestrian Accident Attorney for a Free Consultation

If you or someone you love was injured in a pedestrian accident in Dallas, TX, you deserve accountability. Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. has the experience and the resources to take on your case and get fair compensation. 

Call us today to schedule a free consultation with a Dallas pedestrian accident attorney, and let us help you take the next step toward the recovery you need.

Visit Our Dallas Personal Injury Law Office

Trujillo Gonzalez PC – Dallas
1111 W Mockingbird Ln #260,
Dallas, TX 75247, United States
Phone: (972) 550-6818
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