Phoenix Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Dedicated Pedestrian Accident Attorney in Phoenix, AZ

Getting Help After a Phoenix Pedestrian Accident

Getting hit by a car while on foot can turn your day upside down fast. You may face a hospital stay, time away from work, and calls from an insurance adjuster. You shouldn’t have to sort that out alone.

A Phoenix pedestrian accident lawyer at Arizona Injury Law Group can take that off your plate. Attorney Weston Montrose has litigated injury claims since the mid-1990s and is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States.

That experience means someone handles the insurance company while you focus on healing, so your claim reflects what you actually lost. Reach out and tell us what happened during your free consultation.

Pedestrian Accident Claims We Handle in Phoenix

These crashes tend to follow familiar patterns. We represent people hurt in:

• Crosswalk crashes where a driver failed to yield at an intersection
• Hit-and-run collisions where the driver left the scene
• School zone and bus stop accidents involving children or commuters
• Crashes caused by a distracted or impaired driver
• Nighttime collisions on roads without enough lighting
• Accidents near Valley Metro light rail platforms and crossings

Every case turns on where you were walking, what the driver saw, and how the crash happened. That shapes how we build your claim.

What Arizona Law Says About Phoenix Pedestrian Accidents

Arizona law puts real weight on a driver’s shoulders when someone is walking nearby.

Under A.R.S. § 28-792, if traffic control signals are not in place or not in operation, a driver must yield to a pedestrian crossing within a marked crosswalk or an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection. This applies once that pedestrian is on the driver’s half of the road or approaching so closely from the opposite half as to be in danger.

Ignoring that duty rarely leads to minor injuries. Broken bones, head injuries, and months of physical therapy are common when a vehicle strikes someone with no protection around them. Arizona also follows a pure comparative fault rule, so even if you share some blame for the crash, you can still recover compensation reduced by your share of fault.

You also face a hard deadline. Under A.R.S. § 12-542, most personal injury claims in Arizona must be filed within two years of the crash, or you lose the right to sue.

FAQs About Phoenix, AZ Pedestrian Accident Laws

How much does it cost to hire a pedestrian accident attorney in Phoenix?

Nothing upfront. We handle these claims on contingency, so our fee comes out of any settlement or verdict. Your consultation is free.

What if the driver who hit me didn’t have insurance?

You may still have options through uninsured motorist coverage on your own policy, or a claim against another responsible party, such as a government agency that failed to maintain a crosswalk or signal. Claims against government agencies must be started within 180 days.

Where does a Phoenix pedestrian injury lawsuit get filed?

Most of these lawsuits are filed with Maricopa County Superior Court’s civil department in downtown Phoenix on West Jefferson Street. The civil department handles personal injury claims.

Can I still recover money if I wasn’t in a marked crosswalk?

Yes. Arizona law still lets you pursue a claim, though your compensation may be reduced if you share part of the fault for the crash.

Will my pedestrian accident case go to trial?

Most claims settle before trial, but we prepare every case as if it will need one, so the insurance company knows we won’t accept less than you deserve.

What to Do Next With a Phoenix Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

You don’t have to decide anything today except whether to make one call. A Phoenix pedestrian accident lawyer at Arizona Injury Law Group can review what happened, explain what your claim might be worth, and handle the insurance company from there. Contact us today for a free consultation and find out where your case stands.