Utah Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Reviewed by Kara H. North, Managing Attorney at Moxie Law Group. Reviewed December 19, 2023.

If you were hit by a vehicle while walking in Utah, you can seek compensation for your medical care, lost income, and pain and suffering, and Moxie Law Group’s pedestrian accident lawyers know how to prove driver fault even when the insurer tries to blame you. We work on contingency, so you pay nothing unless we win.

Pedestrian injuries are often severe, and because Utah is a no-fault state, your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage typically pays your initial medical bills even though you were on foot. When your injuries are serious, you can pursue the at-fault driver for the full extent of your losses. We build these claims around your complete recovery, not the quick settlement an adjuster offers first.

Most personal injury attorneys don’t require pedestrian accident victims to agree to hire the firm just because they had an initial consultation. It’s important that personal injury attorneys are able to work with their clients to achieve the best outcome possible. If you feel uncomfortable at any point during the consultation, you do not have to hire that particular pedestrian accident lawyer. Good pedestrian accident attorneys offer their potential clients no-obligation consultations in order to help victims of pedestrian accidents explore their rights and options. If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident, you can meet with a pedestrian accident lawyer without committing to hiring that lawyer. In fact, it may be worth meeting with pedestrian accident attorneys until you find one that you trust to handle your pedestrian accident case.

Many pedestrian accident lawyers offer those injured in pedestrian accidents a free case review. This means that you can meet with a pedestrian accident lawyer at no cost to you in order to determine wither or not you have a pedestrian accident claim. When we said “no-obligation consultation” we truly meant that there is no obligation to hire any given pedestrian accident lawyer. In fact, most pedestrian accident lawyers give free consultations so even if you didn’t like the pedestrian accident lawyer you initially met with, there’s nothing stopping you from interviewing other pedestrian accident lawyers and choosing one you trust. At Moxie Law Group, our pedestrian accident lawyers are dedicated to helping our clients get the compensation they deserve. If you’re looking for a pedestrian accident lawyer who’s looking out for your best interests, contact Moxie Law Group today to get started on your pedestrian accident claim.

Insurance companies are often looking out for their best interests. Unfortunately, that generally means that they’re looking out for ways to protect their bottom line. In many cases, these companies will look for reasons to deny claims, or get accident victims to accept a lower settlement. While this doesn’t necessarily mean that insurance companies never offer a fair settlement, fair settlements tend to be few and far between without the help of a pedestrian accident attorney. Even if an insurance company has offered you a settlement that you think is fair, you should still consult a pedestrian accident attorney before accepting the settlement. An insurance company may offer you a settlement that covers all your medical bills, but medical bills aren’t usually the only expense pedestrian injury victims accrue. A pedestrian accident attorney can give you a comprehensive understanding of all the damages you may be entitled to, and help you get compensation for those damages. An attorney can help you collect compensation by filing an insurance claim or by pursuing the driver’s insurance company for damages, ensuring you receive the full amount you are entitled to. Even if you don’t plan on hiring an accident lawyer, you should still meet with one for a free consultation to determine what damages you may be entitled to recover.

In many pedestrian accident cases, those who work with an attorney get larger settlements than those who aren’t working with an attorney. Remember, for the most part, insurance companies are trying to pay as little as possible. Even if they’re offering to pay all your medical expenses, they may not be compensating you for pain and suffering, emotional distress, or other non-economic damages. Meeting with an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer can help you help you determine whether or not the settlement you’re receiving is actually fair. In most situations, an attorney can help get more compensation for pedestrian accident injuries than you would if you just handled the case yourself.

The insurance company knows the law, and they’re willing to use their knowledge of the law to protect their bottom line. This may mean denying coverage to an injured pedestrian, only paying for some medical expenses, or using other tactics to manipulate injured pedestrians into accepting a lower settlement. Since the insurance companies have experts advocating for their best interests, those who have sustained serious injuries in motor vehicle accidents should also have someone advocating for them. If you’ve sustained serious injury in a motor vehicle accident, an attorney can advocate for you and your best interests. In many pedestrian accident cases, hiring an attorney can help “level” the playing field. Going in for a free case evaluation can help you determine whether or not hiring a lawyer to handle your pedestrian accident case will help you get the compensation you deserve.

Once you accept an offer from the insurance provider, there’s no going back. In most cases, not only are you accepting their offer, you’re also releasing the insurance provider for any additional liability. So, if it turns out that your injury-related expenses are actually much higher than you originally anticipated, you may not have the ability to go back and get more compensation. This is especially true if you’ve signed documents releasing the insurance provider of any liability. Because these things are so permanent, it’s in your best interest to speak with an attorney before you speak with the insurance provider. Even if you’re dead set against hiring an attorney, attending the free case evaluation can help you make informed decisions regarding your pedestrian accident case.

Most people think of pedestrian accident attorneys and immediately wonder how they’re going to pay for a pedestrian accident lawsuit. At Moxie Law Group, we give our potential clients a free consultation, and we work on contingency. This means that you don’t need to pay anything out of pocket in order to get the legal representation you deserve. Here’s how it works: if we determine that we can help you get the settlement you deserve, we’ll ask you for additional documentation pertaining to the incident. This may be medical records, medical bills, evidence of injury related expenses, or the police report from the incident. Then, we’ll begin working on your case. You won’t have to pay us anything until you get the settlement you deserve. Once you get a settlement that you’re happy with, a pre-negotiated portion of the settlement will cover all your legal fees. You won’t have to pay anything out of pocket. If we can’t agree on a settlement, and we need to file a pedestrian accident lawsuit, you won’t have to pay us until you receive a judgment in your favor. If you don’t receive a judgment, you don’t owe us anything at all.

If you’re meeting with an attorney for a car accident involving a pedestrian, you’ve got nothing to lose but everything to gain. Since the case evaluation, otherwise known as the initial consultation, is free, you don’t have to worry about paying anything to get legal advice. Furthermore, you won’t have to hire an attorney you don’t trust simply because you attended their consultation. Instead, you have the freedom to find an attorney that you trust to get you the results you deserve. Also, since most pedestrian accident attorneys work on contingency, you don’t have to worry about how you’ll afford hiring an attorney. Plus, most attorneys can get you more compensation. If you’ve been injured in a car accident or pedestrian accident, you have nothing to lose by attending the initial case review, and you’ve got everything to gain.

The sooner you consult a personal injury firm, the better off you’ll be even if you don’t hire an attorney. There are three things that can happen: first, the firm may tell you that you do not have a case. Second, the firm may tell you that you do have a case and that they’d like to work with you. Third, the firm may tell you that you have a case, but you decide not to work with them. Whatever the outcome is, the end result will be better if you attend a consultation with an attorney. Even if they tell you that you don’t have a case, you can use that information to make informed decisions. If you’ve been injured, the faster you speak with an attorney, the better off you’ll be. If you drag out the process too long, the insurance provider may try to argue that you weren’t really injured, or that your injuries weren’t that severe. Utah law imposes a statute of limitations on personal injury claims, so it is crucial to act promptly to preserve your right to seek compensation. As we’ve previously mentioned, sometimes the injured party cannot always go back and get the compensation that they need. If you’ve been injured, it’s likely in your best interests to speak with an attorney before making any decisions regarding your case.

Insurance companies will generally do whatever they can to find a reason to deny your claim. Here’s a good example: let’s say you’ve sustained severe injuries in a pedestrian accident thanks to a negligent driver. You need to have surgery due to your injury, but you decide to put off your surgery until a better time. However, you later find out that the insurance provider is denying you coverage because you took to long to have surgery done. Instead, they’re claiming that if you really had significant injuries, you would have gotten surgery sooner. Unfortunately, this kind of thing happens all the time. If you meet with an attorney regarding your injuries and your situation, they can help ensure that you don’t do anything that would jeopardize the chances of a successful case.

Despite what you may have been told, pedestrian accidents aren’t always the driver’s fault. There are common causes of pedestrian accidents, such as a distracted driver failing to pay attention or violations of pedestrian laws by either party. Some pedestrian accidents occur due to driver negligence while other pedestrian crashes occur due to the pedestrian’s fault. Only an attorney can give you the quality advice you need in order to make informed decisions about your personal injury case. Though it’s not possible to determine whether or not you’ve got a case, there are some general guidelines that can help you understand your case better.

When it comes to car accidents that involve pedestrians, the driver is more likely to be liable if the pedestrian is using a marked crosswalk. Marked crosswalks, especially zebra-striped or parallel crosswalks, play a crucial role in pedestrian safety by guiding driver behavior and are particularly important in school zones to protect children and crossing guards. At these locations, drivers have a legal obligation to yield the right of way to pedestrians. But drivers can still be liable for pedestrian involved accidents in cases where the pedestrian was using an unmarked crosswalk. In fact, drivers can even be liable if the pedestrian was jaywalking. Since drivers generally have a duty to look out for objects in the road, they could be liable if they breach their duty and injure a pedestrian. It’s also a good idea to pay attention to traffic signals while you’re driving. Both drivers and pedestrians must obey traffic signals, such as walk/don’t walk signs at intersections, to ensure safety and comply with the law. And this is true even if the pedestrian is jaywalking. Though drivers aren’t always liable for accidents involving pedestrians, they certainly can be liable in many situations.

Pedestrian Accidents in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City is consistently Utah’s most dangerous place to walk. Downtown crosswalks, State Street, and the long blocks around transit stops see the worst of it, and the danger doubles in winter when darkness falls before the evening commute ends. A Salt Lake City pedestrian accident lawyer secures crosswalk camera footage and witness accounts quickly, because drivers rarely admit they never saw the person they hit.

If you’re driving a car, it’s important to drive in a way that promotes pedestrian safety, especially if you’re in an area that sees a lot of pedestrian traffic. Drivers must take extra precautions to avoid hitting pedestrians, particularly in areas with heavy foot traffic. Cars must always be operated with awareness of pedestrian presence, and drivers have legal responsibilities to yield and prevent accidents involving cars and pedestrians. If an accident occurs because you weren’t obeying traffic laws, you may be liable for the injuries a pedestrian sustains due to your negligence. It’s also a good idea to pay attention to traffic signals while you’re driving. If you’re turning left at a green light, or right at a red light, be aware that a pedestrian may be in the crosswalk. It’s important to look out for pedestrians, especially at night. Follow the posted speed limits and remember, there’s no excuse for distracted driving. If you’re looking at your phone instead of the road, you very well may have breached your duty of care.

What steps should I take after a pedestrian accident in Utah?

After a pedestrian accident in Utah, make sure everyone involved is safe and call 911 if necessary. Seek medical care right away, even for injuries that may seem minor, because some injuries don’t show symptoms right away. Get contact and insurance information from drivers and any witnesses, take pictures of the scene if possible, and contact a pedestrian accident lawyer before speaking with insurance companies.

Can I pursue compensation if I was hurt as a pedestrian?

Yes. If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be able to pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other losses related to the accident. An attorney can help explain what kinds of compensation you may be entitled to seek.

Why is it important to have a lawyer handle my pedestrian accident claim?

A lawyer can investigate the accident, gather key evidence, communicate with insurance companies on your behalf, and help calculate the full value of your losses. Legal representation can make sure your rights are protected and improve your chances of securing fair compensation.

Do you handle pedestrian accidents throughout Utah, not just Salt Lake City?

Yes. While Salt Lake City sees the most pedestrian collisions, our Utah pedestrian accident attorneys represent injured walkers across the state, from Ogden and Provo to the smaller communities in between.

How much does a Salt Lake City pedestrian accident lawyer cost?

Nothing up front. We work on a contingency fee, so you pay only if we recover for you, and your first consultation is always free.