Los Angeles Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

In recent years, pedestrian accidents and deaths in California have been increasing at an alarming rate. In Los Angeles, drivers engage in distracted driving behavior such as texting and driving which contributes to the number of accidents. Driving under the influence, speeding, and other reckless driving behaviors are also common throughout the state.

Unfortunately, victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer from more serious injuries compared to car accidents. Unlike an accident between vehicles, pedestrians have no protection to shield their bodies during a collision. Victims are not only physically hurt but must deal with financial stress such as lost wages and medical bills.

If the accident was due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation. After an accident, victims may not know exactly how to proceed to obtain compensation for their injuries. At Mesriani Law Group, we handle every part of our client’s legal process so they can focus on their recovery. Call Mesriani Law Group today to schedule a consultation!

California’s “Right-of-Way” Protections

California’s Vehicle Code is very specific regarding the duty of care drivers owe to those on foot. Understanding these codes is the first step in proving your case:

• VC 21950 (The Golden Rule): Drivers must yield to any pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. It also mandates that drivers slow down or take any other action necessary to safeguard the pedestrian.

• VC 21954 (Crossing Outside Crosswalks): While pedestrians crossing outside a crosswalk must yield to immediate hazards, this does not give drivers a “free pass” to be negligent. Drivers still have a legal duty to exercise due care for the safety of anyone on the roadway.

• VC 21970 (Anti-Blocking Law): Drivers are prohibited from stopping or “idling” in a crosswalk, which often forces pedestrians to walk into dangerous traffic lanes to get around the vehicle.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Injuries

In a city as dense as Los Angeles, most accidents are the result of “preventable negligence.” We frequently handle cases involving:

• “The Blind Turn”: Drivers making a right-hand turn on a red light who fail to look for pedestrians already in the crosswalk.

• Distracted Driving: Texting or using navigation apps while moving through high-pedestrian areas like Santa Monica or Downtown LA.

• Speeding in Residential Zones: High-speed impacts significantly increase the likelihood of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and Amputations.

• Poor Infrastructure: If a malfunctioning walk signal or a poorly lit intersection contributed to your accident, we may hold the City of Los Angeles or another government agency liable.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Because pedestrian injuries are often permanent, we fight for settlements that account for your entire future, not just your current bills.

If you or a loved one has been struck by a vehicle, call Mesriani Law Group 24/7 at (866) 500-7070 for a free, zero-obligation consultation.