- June 18, 2025
- Personal Injury
Did you know that the state of Texas is among one of the most dangerous states for pedestrians in the entire country? In 2023 alone, there were nearly 6,000 crashes involving pedestrians and around 800 deaths. Whether you enjoy walking to work, taking a stroll around your neighborhood, or passing a construction site on foot, it’s important that you are aware of your surroundings to avoid incidents. If you have been harmed by a vehicle while you were on foot, our team is here to help. Today, your Dallas, TX, personal injury attorneys discuss your next steps after a pedestrian-related accident.
Vehicle And Pedestrian Wrecks
A pedestrian is typically considered a person travelling on foot to their destination, whether walking or running. While you may expect to be safe on the sidewalk, the chances of being injured as a pedestrian are still significant, and the impact of your injuries can be even more severe. When traveling on foot, you have little to no protection in the event that a vehicle hits you. If you choose to walk or run to your destination, always exercise caution by obeying traffic laws, being cautious at crosswalks, and avoiding distractions. Unfortunately, while drivers behind the wheel should be practicing these precautions as well, drivers can often be distracted and could potentially harm you.
Travelling on foot can lead to more severe harm including broken bones, brain injuries, and more. If you have been injured as a pedestrian, it is important that you seek medical treatment as quickly as possible. After reporting the incident and seeking medical attention, your next step should be to consider scheduling a consultation with an experienced attorney.
Who Cannot Receive Compensation As A Pedestrian?
The injuries that you can experience as a pedestrian can be severe, but this may not always mean that someone travelling on foot will receive compensation for a personal injury. If the driver is found to be not at fault, but the pedestrian was found to be distracted or at-fault, you may be unable to make a personal injury claim as a pedestrian. Additionally, if you are an unwelcome visitor walking on someone’s property, trip, and break your leg, you may not be able to receive compensation for your injuries. If you have questions about the circumstances of your case, contact our team of experienced attorneys. We can investigate your situation and determine if you may be able to receive compensation for your injuries.
Schedule A Consultation With Crain Brogdon LLPIf you have been involved in a catastrophic injury, our team of experienced attorneys is here to help. To learn more, schedule a free consultation with Crain Brogdon LLP in Dallas, TX, today at 214-522-9404.
Schedule A Consultation With Crain Brogdon LLP
If you have been involved in a catastrophic injury, our team of experienced attorneys is here to help. To learn more, schedule a free consultation with Crain Brogdon LLP in Dallas, TX, today at 214-522-9404.
Attorney Quentin Brogdon
Quentin Brogdon has over thirty years of experience and expertise in the field of personal injury trial law. He is board certified in both personal injury trial law and civil trial advocacy. Quentin has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating. This rating reflects an attorney’s ethics and abilities according to reviews from fellow attorneys. [ Attorney Bio ]
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