Miami Pedestrian Accident Attorney — Fighting for Victims in the Most Dangerous State
Florida is the most dangerous state in the nation for pedestrians, and Miami-Dade County ranks among the worst. If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle while walking, crossing the street, or standing on a sidewalk, our bilingual team will aggressively fight to hold the negligent driver accountable and obtain maximum compensation.
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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident
Being struck by a vehicle is a terrifying and traumatic experience. Pedestrians have absolutely no protection against a moving vehicle, which means even low-speed accidents can cause serious or fatal injuries. South Florida dangerous intersections, including crossings at Biscayne Boulevard, Calle Ocho (SW 8th Street), US-1, and the high pedestrian traffic zones of Miami Beach on Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive, are frequent scenes of these devastating accidents.
Pedestrian accidents often result in catastrophic, life-changing injuries. Drivers who fail to respect crosswalks, fail to yield, drive distracted while looking at their phone, or drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs must be held accountable.
If you or a loved one was struck:
- Do not try to move if you suspect serious injuries. Wait for paramedics. Improper movement can worsen spinal or neck injuries.
- Call 911 immediately. A police report is critical. If the driver fled the scene, report any vehicle details you remember.
- Ask witnesses to remain at the scene. Witness testimony is invaluable in pedestrian accidents, especially to establish that you had the right of way.
- Document your injuries with photos. Photographs of wounds, bruises, damaged clothing, and the accident scene are critical evidence.
- Do not speak with the driver insurer without an attorney. Insurers will try to argue you were jaywalking or not paying attention. Our team protects your rights from day one.
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Broken Pelvis & Hip Fractures
The impact point of a vehicle often strikes at pelvis height, causing devastating pelvic fractures that require multiple surgeries, hardware implantation, and months of rehabilitation. Elderly pedestrians are especially susceptible to hip fractures that can lead to permanent mobility issues.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
When a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, their body is often thrown onto the hood or to the ground, causing the head to strike a hard surface. This impact can cause concussions, skull fractures, brain hemorrhages, and diffuse axonal injuries that affect cognitive function for life.
Internal Bleeding & Organ Damage
The blunt force trauma from a vehicle impact can rupture the spleen, lacerate the liver, puncture the lungs, and damage kidneys and other vital organs. Internal injuries are life-threatening and may not be immediately apparent, making prompt medical evaluation essential.
How Pedestrian Accident Compensation Is Calculated
Pedestrian injuries are typically more severe than those of vehicle occupants, resulting in higher value claims. Compensation encompasses economic damages such as emergency medical bills, reconstructive surgeries, long-term rehabilitation, adaptive equipment like wheelchairs and walkers, lost wages during extended recovery, and permanent loss of earning capacity.
Non-economic damages are frequently the largest portion of compensation in pedestrian cases: chronic physical pain, severe emotional trauma and PTSD, fear of walking near roadways, permanent scarring and disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of daily activities, and damage to family relationships.
In hit-and-run cases, if the driver is not identified, your own uninsured motorist coverage (UM) may cover your damages. If the driver is uninsured or underinsured, UM/UIM coverage also applies. Our attorneys explore every possible source of compensation to maximize your recovery.
Why You Need an Attorney for Your Pedestrian Accident
Combating Victim Blaming
Insurance companies routinely blame pedestrians for their own injuries, claiming they were jaywalking, distracted by their phone, or wearing dark clothing. An experienced attorney investigates the accident scene, obtains traffic camera footage, and builds evidence that the driver was negligent.
Hit-and-Run Investigation
When a driver flees the scene, identifying them requires rapid investigation of traffic cameras, business surveillance systems, nearby Ring doorbells, and debris evidence. Our firm works with private investigators to track down hit-and-run drivers and hold them accountable.
Maximizing Long-Term Care Value
Pedestrian injuries often require years of medical treatment, rehabilitation, and assistance with daily living. An attorney works with life care planners, economists, and medical specialists to accurately project the full lifetime cost of your injuries and fight for compensation that truly covers your needs.
Statute of Limitations
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Personal injury
2
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Wrongful death
Do not wait. Evidence disappears quickly in pedestrian accidents.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pedestrian Accidents
Answers from our attorneys.
Not always. Florida law (Statute 316.130) gives pedestrians the right of way in marked crosswalks and at intersections. However, pedestrians must yield to vehicles when crossing outside of a crosswalk (jaywalking). Even if a pedestrian was partially at fault, Florida comparative negligence law allows them to recover compensation reduced by their percentage of fault. A driver always has the duty to exercise due care to avoid colliding with a pedestrian.
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