Most San Jose pedestrian accident claims go against a private driver, with a two-year filing deadline. When the responsible party is a government entity, that deadline is six months, and missing it permanently bars recovery. California law requires a formal government tort claim within six months of the accident before a lawsuit can be initiated. […]
Pedestrian Accident
California Pedestrian Right-of-Way Laws: What You Need to Know After an Accident in San Jose
Most pedestrians in San Jose who are hit by a car believe that being in a crosswalk settles the question of fault. It does not. California law gives pedestrians strong protections, but it also places duties on them, and the gap between those two things is exactly where insurance companies concentrate their efforts after an […]
What if I am partly to blame for my pedestrian accident?
You can be seriously injured as a pedestrian if a driver hits you. Maybe you have broken bones, head trauma, internal injuries, etc. Unfortunately, it’s common for the driver and their insurance company to say you were partly to blame for your pedestrian accident. They want to blame you for your injuries, so you won’t […]
How Long Do Pedestrian Accident Claims Take to Settle?
Imagine crossing the street in a crosswalk. Suddenly, a car doesn’t stop and slams into you. You end up with severe injuries and medical bills and can’t work for months. You are likely entitled to compensation for your injuries and other losses. How long will a pedestrian accident claim take to settle? You need money […]
What Are the Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
Almost 6,000 pedestrians died in traffic accidents in 2017 alone, which equates to roughly one death every 90 minutes. More than 100,000 pedestrians suffered an injury that year, too. Drivers cause most pedestrian accidents; when it happens, they should be required to pay for the injuries and damages they cause. Learn about common causes of […]
