Santa Ana Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

You should be able to cross the street safely in Santa Ana. However, when other drivers aren’t paying attention, you might suffer serious and lifelong injuries. After your accident, you’re likely dealing with pain, doctor visits, and a mountain of worries about how you’ll pay for everything. It’s a heavy load, and you don’t have to carry it by yourself. We see the confusion and frustration you feel, and we’re here to help you get answers and find a path forward.

If a driver’s carelessness hurt you or a loved one in a pedestrian accident in Santa Ana, you have the right to get fair compensation for your injuries. At Hicks Law Firm, our team of Santa Ana pedestrian accident attorneys is ready to stand with you. We offer free, no-pressure talks about your case. Please call us at 949-541-9944 or reach out to us online to get your free consultation. Learn more about our firm.

Our office is conveniently located for those in Santa Ana, just a short distance away in Orange, CA. You can find us at 765 The City Dr S. Suite 120, Orange, CA, right near the 22 and 5 freeway by the Santa Ana River. We’re also close to familiar landmarks like The Outlets at Orange and across the street from the Best Western Plus Meridian Inn & Suites.

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Why Do Pedestrian Accidents Occur in Santa Ana

Most pedestrian accidents happen because a driver simply wasn’t paying enough attention. Think about it: a driver might be looking at their phone, trying to find a song on the radio, or talking to someone in the car. These small distractions can lead to huge problems. A driver who is texting, for example, isn’t truly looking at the road, and they might not see someone stepping into a crosswalk until it’s too late.

Speeding also plays a big part. When a driver is going too fast, they have less time to react if someone walks into the street, even if that person has the right of way.

Drivers are expected to yield to people in crosswalks, as laid out in California Vehicle Code §21950, but many fail to slow down or stop, causing devastating collisions. Sometimes, drivers even make dangerous turns without checking for pedestrians, especially left turns where they might be focused on oncoming traffic and miss someone crossing.

It all comes down to drivers making poor choices or not being fully present behind the wheel, and these actions often put walkers in serious danger.

Who is Responsible For Your Pedestrian Accident?

California law makes it clear that drivers must pay attention and yield to people walking, especially at crosswalks. California Vehicle Code §21950 says drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks. This means even if there are no painted lines, drivers still have a duty to be careful at intersections where sidewalks meet the street.

Sometimes, drivers don’t follow these rules. They might be looking at their phone, driving too fast, or simply not paying attention. When a driver’s bad choices cause a pedestrian accident, that driver is usually responsible for the injuries and costs that follow.

A new California law, Assembly Bill 413 (AB 413), which started on January 1, 2025, makes it illegal for drivers to park too close to crosswalks. This “Daylighting Law” says vehicles can’t park within 20 feet of a crosswalk (or 15 feet if there’s a curb extension). This law aims to make it easier for drivers and pedestrians to see each other. If a parked car that was too close to a crosswalk played a part in your accident, it could be another piece of proof that someone was careless.

What Kind of Compensation Can You Get?

When you’re hurt in a pedestrian accident, you can ask for money to cover various things. This can include:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Future lost earnings
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage

The amount of money you might receive depends on how serious your injuries are, how the accident happened, and how it has affected your life. Settlements for pedestrian accidents in California can range from thousands to millions of dollars, especially for severe injuries.

What if I’m Partly to Blame?

Sometimes, an accident isn’t entirely one person’s fault. You might be worried that something you did, or didn’t do, will mean you can’t get any help. The good news is that even if you share some of the responsibility for the accident, you can still seek compensation in California.

This is due to something called “shared liability” or “contributory negligence.” It means that if a court decides you were partly at fault, the amount of money you get for your injuries will be reduced by your percentage of blame.

Insurance companies will often try hard to put a lot of the blame on you, even more than is fair, because it means they pay out less. This is why having a lawyer on your side is so important. We can push back against these claims and make sure your side of the story is fully heard, working to reduce any blame placed on you so you can get the maximum amount of money you deserve.

Contact Our Santa Ana Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Being hurt in a pedestrian accident is tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. We’re here to help you pick up the pieces and get back on your feet. You focus on getting better, and we’ll handle the rest.

Don’t let the confusion and pain of an accident keep you from getting what you’re owed. Call us today at 949-541-9944 for a free and private case review or fill out our contact form.