A person walking has little protection when a vehicle strikes them. Weiss Attorneys helps injured pedestrians in Lancaster investigate the collision, document treatment, and identify the insurance available for a claim. We offer virtual consultations throughout California and meet clients at our Sherman Oaks office.
Preserve evidence from the scene
Photograph the crosswalk, signals, curb, lighting, sight lines, and any vehicle damage if you are able. Save the police incident number and names of witnesses. Nearby business or traffic video may overwrite quickly, so tell us about possible cameras early. Keep the clothing and personal items involved in the impact.
Where did the collision happen?
The location matters. An intersection, parking lot, driveway, and midblock crossing present different questions about driver attention, speed, turning movements, and visibility. A driver may dispute where the pedestrian entered the roadway. We compare the competing accounts with the physical evidence, witness statements, and available footage.
Document the injury and its effect
Pedestrian impacts may lead to fractures, head injuries, back and neck symptoms, or injuries requiring surgery and rehabilitation. Tell medical providers about all symptoms, keep follow-up appointments, and save bills and work records. Notes about mobility, sleep, and daily tasks help explain the effects that a list of diagnoses alone misses.
Insurance questions
We identify the driver, vehicle owner, and any employer involved. We then review liability coverage and other potentially available policies. A collision involving a public vehicle or a roadway condition needs prompt review because different procedures may apply.
Common questions
What if I was outside a marked crosswalk?
That fact deserves careful analysis. The driver’s conduct, visibility, and the entire sequence of events still matter.
What if the driver left the scene?
Report the collision, preserve identifying details and witness accounts, and review potential coverage under your own household policies.
What if I did not go to the hospital immediately?
Seek care for symptoms and tell your provider when they began. We review the timeline and records rather than assuming the delay decides the case.
Talk with Weiss Attorneys
Call (213) 583-0977 or book a free consultation. Tell us the date and location, the driver’s information, and the treatment received. See our practice areas for other injury matters.
