Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Roseville, California

Generally two years from the date of the crash under California's personal-injury statute of limitations. Claims against a government entity (such as a dangerous crosswalk or defective signal) can have a deadline as short as six months. Because missed deadlines bar your claim permanently, contact a Roseville pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible.

Nothing up front. Gingery Hammer & Associates works on a contingency-fee basis — no hourly fees and no retainer. We are only paid if we recover compensation for you, and your initial case review is always free and confidential.

You can still recover in California under the pure comparative negligence rule. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you are not barred from recovery. Drivers still have a duty to keep a proper lookout for pedestrians.

You may still recover through your own auto insurance under uninsured motorist (UM) coverage — which typically applies to pedestrians struck by a hit-and-run driver. We investigate the scene, pull traffic-camera footage, and identify every available source of compensation.

Not always, but California law places a heavy duty on drivers to yield to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks. When a driver hits someone in a crosswalk, the driver is usually presumed to be at fault.

Case value depends on severity of injury, medical bills, lost wages, future care needs, and pain and suffering. Pedestrian crashes often involve severe injuries, so cases can be worth substantially more than typical car accident claims. After reviewing your case we can give you a realistic assessment.

Straightforward claims can resolve in a few months. Complex cases involving serious injuries, disputed liability, or litigation can take longer. We keep you informed at every stage and work to resolve your case efficiently without sacrificing value.

Usually no — most pedestrian accident cases settle out of court. Our attorneys prepare every case as if it will go to trial, which positions us for the strongest settlement and ensures we are ready if the insurance company refuses to pay what your claim is worth.

Do not give a recorded statement, do not sign anything, and do not accept an early settlement. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize payouts. Call us first at (916) 999-9093 — a five-minute conversation can protect the full value of your claim.

Yes. In addition to Roseville and Placer County, we represent injured pedestrians throughout Sacramento and the greater Sacramento region.

Surviving family members can bring a wrongful death claim in California to recover funeral costs, lost financial support, and loss of companionship. We handle these cases with compassion and pursue full accountability against the responsible driver.