Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Amarillo, TX
You Had the Right of Way — Now You Have the Right to Fight Back
Pedestrian accidents produce some of the most severe injuries seen in personal injury law — and they are almost always caused entirely by a driver’s failure to pay attention, yield, or follow traffic laws. Despite this, insurance companies routinely attempt to shift a portion of fault onto the pedestrian to reduce their payout. As a pedestrian accident lawyer in Amarillo, TX, we build the case that tells the accurate story — using physical evidence, witness testimony, traffic camera footage, and accident reconstruction — so that the driver’s responsibility is clear and your recovery is not arbitrarily reduced.
Pedestrian Accidents in Amarillo — Severe Injuries, Complex Liability
A pedestrian struck by a vehicle has essentially no physical protection. The injuries that result — traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, multiple fractures, internal injuries — are among the most catastrophic in personal injury law, and the medical costs associated with them can be financially devastating. Families of pedestrians who are killed in traffic accidents face the additional layer of wrongful death claims on top of their grief.
What makes pedestrian accident cases legally challenging is the consistent effort by insurance companies to argue that the pedestrian bears some responsibility — jaywalking, walking outside a crosswalk, wearing dark clothing at night, failing to make eye contact with the driver. These arguments are often legally irrelevant or factually inaccurate, but they are made routinely because they work when the injured person does not have effective legal representation. As a pedestrian accident lawyer in Amarillo, we counter these arguments aggressively and make sure the driver’s failure to observe the road — the actual cause of the crash — is what the evidence demonstrates.
How Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle
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Distracted driving
phone use, in-vehicle systems, and inattention are the leading causes of pedestrian strikes in urban areas -
Failure to yield at crosswalks
drivers who do not stop for pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks -
Right-turn-on-red crashes
drivers looking left for traffic while turning right, striking a pedestrian in the crosswalk to their right -
Backing accidents
drivers reversing in parking lots or driveways without checking for pedestrians -
Drunk driving
impaired drivers who fail to see pedestrians in time to stop -
Speeding
higher vehicle speeds dramatically reduce reaction time and increase injury severity in pedestrian collisions -
Poor lighting
parking lots, unmarked crossings, and roadways without adequate lighting create hazardous conditions for pedestrians
What a Pedestrian Accident Victim Can Recover in Texas
Medical Expenses
Emergency treatment, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and ongoing care — pedestrian injuries frequently require extensive long-term medical treatment.
Lost Wages
All income lost during recovery and any reduction in future earning capacity from permanent injuries.
Pain and Suffering
The physical pain and emotional trauma of serious pedestrian injuries, including PTSD, anxiety, and permanent disability.
Wrongful Death
If the pedestrian did not survive, surviving family members can pursue wrongful death claims.
Texas Comparative Fault — What It Means for Pedestrian Victims
Fighting for Pedestrian Accident Victims in Amarillo and Across the Panhandle
Pedestrian accident victims deserve representation that takes their case as seriously as the insurer takes theirs. Daren Brown and the SJB team investigate these cases thoroughly — gathering traffic camera footage, documenting road and lighting conditions, obtaining witness statements, and working with accident reconstruction experts when necessary. We go into every negotiation and every courtroom prepared to prove exactly what happened and exactly who was responsible.
Pedestrian Accident Questions — Answered
Can I recover compensation if I was not in a crosswalk when I was hit?
Potentially yes. Texas’s comparative fault rule allows recovery as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. Being outside a marked crosswalk may be argued to be contributory negligence, but it does not eliminate the driver’s responsibility to observe pedestrians. The specific facts of where, how, and under what conditions the accident occurred all matter.
How long do I have to file a pedestrian accident claim in Texas?
Two years from the date of the accident under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 16.003.
How much does it cost to hire a pedestrian accident lawyer in Amarillo?
You pay nothing upfront. Pedestrian accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, which means you owe no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you. The initial consultation is free, and we advance the costs of investigating and building your claim. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery, agreed to in writing before we start, so you can focus on healing while we handle the insurance company.
What if the driver who hit me fled the scene?
Hit-and-run pedestrian accidents are unfortunately common. If the driver is not identified, you may have a claim under your own uninsured motorist coverage if you carry it. Law enforcement investigation and witness accounts can sometimes identify a driver after the fact. Contact us — we can help evaluate your options even in cases where the driver initially fled.
Injured as a Pedestrian in Amarillo? We're Ready to Help.
Do not let the insurance company’s narrative define your case. Contact Stockard, Johnston, Brown, Netardus & Doyle for a free evaluation with a pedestrian accident lawyer in Amarillo who will fight for the full value of your injuries and losses.