Recovering Compensation When a Vehicle Strikes You on Foot
Pedestrian Accidents in St. George for individuals hit by cars while crossing streets, walking in parking lots, or standing on sidewalks
Witt Law represents pedestrians in St. George who have been struck by vehicles in crosswalks, parking lots, residential streets, and along roadways without adequate shoulders or sidewalks. When a car hits a person on foot, the injuries are often severe and include broken bones, head trauma, internal bleeding, and spinal damage. You may be unable to work, facing surgery and months of physical therapy, and dealing with an insurance company that is trying to shift blame onto you for stepping into traffic or wearing dark clothing.
The firm investigates the circumstances of the crash, gathers traffic camera footage, interviews witnesses, and works with medical providers to document the full scope of your injuries. Under Utah's comparative fault law, your compensation can be reduced if you are found partially responsible for the accident, but you can still recover damages as long as you are less than fifty percent at fault. The firm's role is to minimize the percentage of fault assigned to you and maximize the recovery you receive.
If you were hit by a vehicle while on foot, contact Witt Law at (435) 673-8400 to schedule a free consultation.
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How the Firm Builds Your Case and Fights Fault Arguments
Your attorney begins by obtaining the police report, reviewing any available video from nearby businesses or traffic cameras, and documenting the location where you were struck. Skid marks, vehicle damage, and the position of your body at the time of impact all provide clues about speed, visibility, and who had the right of way.
Once the evidence is gathered, Witt Law files your claim with the driver's insurance company and counters any arguments that you were jaywalking, distracted, or difficult to see. You receive updates throughout the negotiation process and are not required to speak with adjusters on your own. When a settlement is reached, you are compensated for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and any permanent disability or disfigurement resulting from the crash. The firm has more than thirty years of experience handling pedestrian accident cases and understands how insurance companies value these claims.
In cases where the driver was uninsured or fled the scene, your own uninsured motorist coverage may apply. The firm reviews all available insurance policies to identify every potential source of recovery. If the driver was working at the time of the crash, their employer may also be liable.
Settlement negotiations can take weeks or months depending on the severity of your injuries and the willingness of the insurance company to offer fair compensation.
Questions Pedestrians Ask After Being Hit
These questions cover fault, insurance, timelines, and what to do immediately after being struck by a vehicle in St. George.
What if you were not in a crosswalk when you were hit?
You may still recover compensation, but the insurance company will likely argue that you were jaywalking and assign you a percentage of fault, which reduces your total award under Utah's comparative negligence rules.
How does comparative fault affect your recovery?
If you are found twenty percent at fault for the accident, your compensation is reduced by twenty percent, but you can still collect the remaining eighty percent from the at-fault driver.
What should you do immediately after being struck?
Call 911, get medical attention even if you feel okay, take photos of the vehicle and the scene if you are able, and get the driver's insurance information and contact details from any witnesses.
Can you file a claim if the driver who hit you has no insurance?
Yes, your own uninsured motorist policy may cover your injuries, and your attorney will file a claim under that coverage on your behalf.
How long does a pedestrian accident case take to settle?
Most cases resolve within several months, but cases involving disputed liability, severe injuries, or uncooperative insurers can take a year or more to reach a fair settlement or trial verdict.
Witt Law charges no attorney fees unless you receive compensation, and the initial consultation is free. Call (435) 673-8400 to protect your rights and begin your claim.
