If I was in a crosswalk when the vehicle hit me is the driver automatically at fault?

2020-07-08T19:42:29+00:00

If there are no traffic-control signals to direct a pedestrian about when to walk, the driver of a vehicle must yield the right of way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk by slowing down or stopping.  If a motorist fails to yield the right of [...]

If I was in a crosswalk when the vehicle hit me is the driver automatically at fault?2020-07-08T19:42:29+00:00

What if I am hit by a car while crossing the road and was not in a crosswalk?

2025-11-11T15:37:24+00:00

A driver is still required to use reasonable care to avoid hitting a pedestrian even if a pedestrian was not in a crosswalk. Even if you are not in the crosswalk, you may still bring a claim against the motorist who struck you. However, [...]

What if I am hit by a car while crossing the road and was not in a crosswalk?2025-11-11T15:37:24+00:00

Will I have to go to court if I bring a personal injury case?

2025-11-06T21:06:30+00:00

Many personal injury cases settle before having to go to court.  However, in some cases an agreement cannot be reached as to who is responsible for the crash or what the fair value is of the injured person’s claim. In those instances, a trial [...]

Will I have to go to court if I bring a personal injury case?2025-11-06T21:06:30+00:00
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