When a pedestrian is involved in a car accident, the results can be devastating. Because pedestrians are so vulnerable compared to motor vehicles, they often suffer serious injuries or even fatalities. If you’ve been involved in an accident as a pedestrian, you are likely dealing with physical pain, emotional trauma, and steep medical expenses. You may not be sure what to do next.
The Advocates are experienced pedestrian accident lawyers, and we are prepared to assist you in your recovery. We are proud to have successfully assisted thousands of pedestrian accident victims in receiving maximum compensation for their injuries over the last 30 years.
If you or a loved one have been involved in an accident and need a competent, caring attorney for your personal injury claim, The Advocates are ready to take your case. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
Immediately after your accident, check for injuries and seek medical attention
Contact a personal injury lawyer with The Advocates to start your recovery
Seek medical treatment for your injuries
Seek medical treatment for your injuries
When you have completed treatment, your Advocate will compile your medical records
Your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
Not every accident requires an attorney. However, if the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will build your case, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. Studies have shown that accident victims who hire a personal injury lawyer can receive settlements up to 3.5 times larger than if they settled on their own.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will investigate your accident to firmly establish liability.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a few years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
Mark Stewart was a great attorney. My case wasn't easy but he made it seem easy. His main concern was making sure I got all the help I needed medically. He check up on me all the time to see how I was feeling and any questions I had he had answers to and took the time to explain it so I could understand. I hope no one needs a accident attorney but if you do go with Mark
I was referred to The Advocates by a colleague and I don’t think 5 stars is a high enough rating for them. My initial consult was informative and straight to the point. They gave me realistic expectations from the beginning and they were with me every step of the way. They best part is they did everything to maximize my settlement without me having to ask! Very friendly staff!
I was in a motorcycle accident back in February and I called the Advocates the next day and they’ve been on my case ever since. They always kept me up to date on what was going on with my case and they were able to get me a good chunk of the settlement. They have been great to work with!
I recently was in a motorcycle accident, and after fighting with my insurance I reached out to Brad Johnson with The Advocates. I couldn't be happier and more thankful for the help I received from him, and his team. They made me feel like I was well taken care of, and got me the settlement I needed. I highly recommend going to Brad if you have any legal issues and need assistance. If anything like this happens in my future he will be the first person I reach out to.
Depending on the nature of your accident and the protective gear you were wearing at the time, pedestrian accident injuries can range from minor scratches to life-threatening conditions. Some common types of pedestrian injuries are:
Utah code defines a pedestrian as a person traveling on foot or by wheelchair. People traveling on other wheeled devices, such as skateboards or scooters, are not pedestrians under the law.
The best places for pedestrians to cross the street include:
When a pedestrian is crossing the street at a crosswalk, marked or unmarked, motor vehicles must yield the right-of-way. If a pedestrian crosses at an area where there is not a crosswalk, the pedestrian must yield to motor vehicles.
Pedestrians may not cross between intersections controlled by traffic control signals. Local governments may designate other areas where pedestrians are prohibited from crossing the street.
Pedestrians must follow traffic signals and signs that specifically relate to pedestrians.
If no pedestrian signal is present at an intersection ruled by stop lights, the pedestrian may cross the street (within a crosswalk) when traffic traveling in the same direction has a green light. Vehicles making turns at that intersection must yield to the pedestrian.
Pedestrians are required to use sidewalks whenever they are present. If no sidewalk is available, pedestrians should walk on the shoulder, as far off the roadway as is safe and practical. Pedestrians walking on the shoulder should walk against traffic (typically on the left side of the road).
Pedestrians who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs may not walk on the shoulder of the road; they may only use sidewalks.
Pedestrians are not permitted to walk along limited-access roads, such as interstate freeways, except in an emergency.
In every personal injury case, there is a time limit for plaintiffs to file a claim. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations. After the statute of limitations is up, you will no longer be able to file a pedestrian accident claim.
In Utah, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is 4 years. However, you should begin your case much sooner than that. Personal injury cases can take months or even years to settle. Additionally, the longer you wait to file, the harder it will be to gather evidence from your accident.
As soon as you believe you have a case, you should contact a pedestrian accident lawyer. Your attorney will begin building your case immediately, giving you the best chance at receiving a settlement.
If you were injured in a pedestrian accident, you will need to prove that the driver of the vehicle was at least partially at fault in order to receive a settlement. Utah is a modified comparative fault state, meaning that even if you had some fault in your accident, you can still receive some compensation for your damages.
However, the at-fault party’s insurance company will likely not make it easy for you to receive a fair settlement. Attempting to fight a multi-million dollar insurance company on your own can be stressful, frustrating, and detrimental to your recovery.
The Advocates are personal injury attorneys with years of experience negotiating with insurance providers and fighting for their clients’ right to fair compensation under the law. We will be by your side to listen to your story, provide sound legal advice, and help in your recovery any way we can.
If you’ve been involved in an accident as a pedestrian, the personal injury lawyers with The Advocates have your back. Contact us today for a free consultation.
You deserve experienced, competent legal representation for your pedestrian accident case. You deserve an Advocate.
