San Antonio Pedestrian Accident Attorney
Serious Injury Representation for Pedestrians across San Antonio & Texas
Pedestrians have no vehicle frame or airbags to absorb the force of a collision. When a driver fails to pay attention, a person on foot can suffer injuries in a split second that take years to heal.
At The Miller Law Firm, we understand the physical and financial toll a pedestrian collision can bring. Whether you were struck in a downtown crosswalk, a parking lot, or a suburban neighborhood, our San Antonio legal team can investigate what happened, handle insurance negotiations, and pursue a claim against the responsible party. We carefully select cases so each client receives dedicated time and resources, not a hurried review.
If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle in San Antonio or anywhere in Texas, contact The Miller Law Firm today at (210) 361-9796 to discuss your case.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in San Antonio
San Antonio’s Vision Zero program tracks pedestrian crash locations and severe-injury corridors, revealing patterns in where these collisions occur.
Common factors that lead to serious pedestrian collisions include:
- Distracted Driving: Drivers looking at cell phones or GPS devices instead of the road.
- Failure to Yield: Motorists who ignore pedestrians in marked crosswalks or fail to look both ways during a turn.
- Speeding: Higher speeds reduce a driver’s reaction time and increase the severity of a pedestrian’s injuries.
- Driving Under the Influence: Alcohol or drugs impair a driver’s judgment and ability to spot someone walking near the roadway.
- Parking Lot Negligence: Drivers backing out of spaces without checking their mirrors or blind spots.
- Turning Vehicles: Drivers making right or left turns who fail to check for pedestrians crossing with the signal.
- Red-Light & Stop-Sign Violations: A driver who runs a signal or rolls through a stop sign may have no time to brake before striking someone in the intersection.
- Nighttime Visibility Problems: Low-light conditions, inadequate street lighting, and dark clothing all reduce the window a driver has to react.
Texas Pedestrian Laws & Your Rights
Texas law provides specific protections for pedestrians, but the rules depend on where and how the crossing occurs. Insurance companies often try to shift blame onto the person on foot, claiming they were “jaywalking” or stepped into traffic without warning.
Under Texas Transportation Code Section 552.003, a driver approaching an intersection where no traffic signal is operating must stop and yield to a pedestrian who is crossing in a marked or unmarked crosswalk and is on the driver’s side of the roadway, or close enough from the opposite side to be in danger. Section 552.005 addresses crossings outside a crosswalk: a pedestrian crossing mid-block must yield to vehicles, and a pedestrian may not cross diagonally unless a signal authorizes it. Section 552.006 addresses sidewalk use and road-edge walking when no sidewalk is accessible.
Fault analysis has to account for all of this evidence, not just where the pedestrian was standing when the collision happened. Texas also applies a modified comparative fault standard, meaning a pedestrian’s recovery can be reduced if they are found partially responsible, and is barred only if their share of fault exceeds 50 percent.
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I really enjoyed working with Byron. He was always very respectful and professional. He always made time for us when we had questions regarding our case. From the very beginning I felt comfortable with him and never felt intimidated.
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Serious Injuries After a Pedestrian Collision
Because there is nothing to shield a pedestrian from the impact of a car or truck, the injuries are often catastrophic.
We handle cases involving:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Even a low-speed impact can cause the head to strike the pavement, leading to long-term cognitive issues.
- Spinal Cord Damage: These injuries may result in partial or total paralysis.
- Multiple Bone Fractures: Broken legs, hips, and ribs are common and frequently require multiple surgeries.
- Internal Organ Damage: High-impact collisions can cause life-threatening internal bleeding.
A pedestrian may sustain more than one of these injuries from a single impact, and some symptoms or functional limitations become clearer only during the course of treatment. Serious injuries can affect mobility, cognition, employment capacity, and independence for years after the collision. Our approach to documenting injury extends beyond the initial diagnosis to account for the ongoing and future effects of what happened.
Why Choose The Miller Law Firm for Your Pedestrian Accident Claim
Our focused case selection allows us to investigate each claim, document serious injuries, and prepare for trial when necessary.
- Focused Case Selection: We limit our caseload so each client receives meaningful attention. When we take a pedestrian accident case in San Antonio, we commit the time and resources it requires.
- Evidence-Driven Investigation: We move quickly to secure traffic camera footage, event data recorder information from the vehicle, and other time-sensitive evidence before it is lost or overwritten.
- Injury Documentation: We document medical expenses, lost wages, long-term care needs, and the injury’s effect on daily life.
- Trial Readiness: We prepare cases as if they will go before a jury. That preparation shapes how insurers evaluate the claim and how we present it if a fair resolution isn’t reached.
- Individual Communication: We treat each client as an individual, not a case file. We provide regular updates about where your case stands and explain your options throughout the process.
Our pedestrian accident attorneys in San Antonio can communicate with insurers on your behalf, organize the evidence supporting your claim, and explain your available legal options. An early consultation can identify time-sensitive evidence and questions about responsibility before they become harder to address.
Consult with a San Antonio Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle, don’t wait to seek legal advice. Evidence can disappear and witnesses’ memories can fade. We can evaluate the available evidence, explain your legal options, and handle insurance communications while you focus on your health.
We offer a free, no-obligation consultation and handle pedestrian accident cases on a contingency-fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and we collect a fee only if we win your case.
Call (210) 361-9796 today to discuss your pedestrian accident claim with our San Antonio team.
