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After a serious pedestrian crash, the hardest questions often begin after the emergency treatment ends. You may not know whether you can return to work, how long rehabilitation will take, or whether your injuries will affect the rest of your life. At the same time, you may be asked to make decisions about a legal claim before the full medical picture is clear.
A Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyer can help you understand how state law applies and whether another person may be legally responsible. As a personal injury firm focused on catastrophic cases, we examine the evidence carefully and look beyond immediate medical bills. Our attorneys work to show how the injury has affected your health and future.
Under California Vehicle Code § 21950, drivers must yield to pedestrians crossing in marked or unmarked crosswalks. The law also requires pedestrians to use reasonable care for their own safety. A right-of-way dispute therefore depends on the full circumstances, including signal timing, visibility, and both parties’ conduct.
Our Los Angeles attorney may examine traffic-camera footage or nearby surveillance video to determine how the pedestrian collision unfolded. Witness statements can clarify whether the driver failed to yield or turned without checking the crosswalk. When the injuries are severe, accident reconstruction may also help explain braking distance and whether the driver had time to respond.
The state follows a pure comparative negligence system. An injured person may still recover damages if they share some responsibility for an accident, though their recovery may be reduced by their percentage of fault. Crossing outside a marked crosswalk does not automatically bar a claim, but it may factor into the liability analysis.
After a pedestrian crash in Los Angeles, a lawyer can evaluate whether disputed conduct actually contributed to the impact. The defense may question whether the pedestrian was visible or entered the roadway unexpectedly. Our legal team tests those claims against objective evidence. Lighting conditions, roadway sightlines, and vehicle data may show whether the driver could have avoided the collision.
The value of a serious injury claim depends on the harm the collision caused and the support you may need in the future. Compensation may address emergency treatment and ongoing care. It may also account for lost income, reduced earning ability, pain, permanent limitations, and the loss of meaningful activities.
If you suffered catastrophic harm in a pedestrian collision, our Los Angeles attorneys study the medical evidence to understand how the condition affects daily function. A brain injury may change memory or judgment. A spinal injury can restrict movement and create lasting pain. Multiple fractures may prevent you from returning to work or caring for your family. We may consult qualified professionals who can explain these consequences clearly and assess your future needs.
Under Cal. Code of Civ. Pro. § 335.1, state law provides two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. Different deadlines may apply when the case involves a public entity, so timely review is important. Early investigation can also help preserve video and physical evidence before it is lost.
A catastrophic pedestrian injury can interfere with your independence and the time you share with the people you care about. A Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyer at Ardalan & Associates, PLC can investigate the collision, explain your legal options, and help document the full impact of what happened.
We are a boutique firm that accepts a selective number of complex cases. This allows us to provide a hands-on and thorough approach. Contact us for a confidential consultation to discuss your circumstances and the next steps that may be available.
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