Pedestrians have little protection when they are struck by a vehicle, and even a single collision can result in catastrophic injuries, extensive medical treatment, lost income, or death. Pedestrian accidents in Michigan may occur at crosswalks, intersections, parking lots, residential streets, commercial areas, and other locations where drivers and pedestrians share the roadway.
A Michigan pedestrian accident lawyer at Khamo Law can investigate the crash, preserve evidence, evaluate available insurance coverage, determine whether a negligent driver may be held responsible, and pursue compensation available under Michigan law. If you or a loved one was injured while walking, call 248-466-0606 for a free consultation.
What Should You Do After a Pedestrian Accident in Michigan?
The steps you take after a pedestrian accident can help protect both your health and your ability to pursue a claim. If possible, report the collision to law enforcement and seek medical attention, even if your injuries do not initially appear severe.
Pedestrians should also preserve photographs or videos of the scene, obtain contact information from witnesses, keep copies of medical records and bills, and document time missed from work and other accident-related losses.
Insurance issues can become complicated after a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle. Depending on the circumstances, Michigan No-Fault benefits may be available for certain accident-related losses. You can learn more about Michigan auto insurance claims on our Michigan No-Fault Insurance Lawyer page.
Because pedestrian accidents can involve multiple insurance policies and questions about fault, speaking with a Michigan pedestrian accident attorney can help you understand the benefits and compensation that may be available.
Our Michigan Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Handle a Range of Pedestrian-Related Accidents
Pedestrians can get hurt anywhere that people walk. From driveways and parking lots to sidewalks and crosswalks, there is always a possibility of danger from drivers of cars, motorcycles, buses, and trucks hitting those on foot.
Some of the most common reasons for these accidents include:
- Distracted drivers — Drivers cannot pay full attention to the road when they are using a cellphone or any other electronic device. They may also be distracted by passengers, food, or even the button on a car radio.
- Fatigued drivers — Drowsy driving is nearly as dangerous as drunk driving and results in drivers who aren’t fully focused on the road or the pedestrians in front of them.
- Intoxicated drivers — The use of alcohol or other intoxicants by drivers frequently leads to serious or deadly accidents.
- Negligence — Drivers often speed, disregard traffic laws, or otherwise operate their vehicles recklessly. In these cases, they may be found to be negligent under the law.
Our firm will hold all drivers accountable for dangerous behavior and help victims of pedestrian accidents get the justice and compensation they deserve. Additionally, a Michigan car accident lawyer may also be able to assist with your case.
Pedestrians face serious risks when drivers fail to yield or follow traffic safety laws in Michigan.
Who Is Liable for a Pedestrian Accident in Michigan?
Liability for a Michigan pedestrian accident depends on how the collision occurred. A driver may be responsible when negligent conduct such as speeding, distracted driving, failing to yield, disregarding a traffic signal, making an unsafe turn, or driving while impaired causes a pedestrian to be injured.
Evidence may include police reports, witness statements, photographs, surveillance footage, dashcam video, vehicle damage, traffic-control information, medical records, and other documentation related to the crash.
Michigan pedestrian cases can also involve questions about where the pedestrian was walking, whether the collision occurred at an intersection or crosswalk, and which traffic laws applied. Our guide to pedestrian laws in Michigan explains those rules in greater detail.
Evidence That Can Help a Michigan Pedestrian Accident Claim
Evidence can become especially important when a driver disputes fault or there are conflicting accounts of how a pedestrian collision occurred. Depending on the circumstances, useful evidence may include:
- Police and crash reports
- Photographs of the scene
- Surveillance or traffic-camera footage
- Dashcam video
- Witness statements
- Vehicle damage
- Traffic signals and signs
- Medical records
- Employment and wage-loss documentation
- Insurance policies and correspondence
Identifying and preserving evidence early can be important because surveillance footage may be overwritten and witnesses may become more difficult to locate over time.
Khamo Law Understands the Severity of Pedestrian Accidents in Michigan
Those injured in a hit-and-run and other pedestrian accidents in Michigan may suffer a variety of serious injuries. Broken bones are common, as are injuries to the hands, feet, back, and neck. Many pedestrians hit their heads during accidents and may impact a vehicle, the road, or other surfaces. Traumatic brain injuries come in many forms and can range from a minor concussion to serious and debilitating forms of brain damage.
Some pedestrians who suffer head injuries lapse into a coma and may never recover. Pedestrians may also be killed when they’re struck by vehicles. At Khamo Law, our Michigan personal injury lawyers will seek justice for that loss by representing families in wrongful death lawsuits involving a pedestrian accident.
Compensation After a Pedestrian Accident in Michigan
A pedestrian injured by a motor vehicle in Michigan may have access to different forms of insurance benefits and compensation depending on the circumstances of the accident and the insurance coverage involved.
Michigan’s no-fault insurance system may provide Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits after a pedestrian is injured in a motor vehicle accident. Depending on the applicable coverage, these benefits may help pay for medical care, rehabilitation, wage loss, replacement services, and other covered accident-related expenses. The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services provides additional information about Personal Injury Protection and Michigan auto insurance.
A pedestrian may also have a claim against an at-fault driver for losses that are recoverable under Michigan law. The compensation available depends on factors such as the severity of the injuries, how the accident occurred, applicable insurance coverage, and the losses caused by the collision.
Pedestrian cases can raise questions about insurance coverage, fault, and Michigan’s rules for drivers and pedestrians. You can learn more about pedestrian laws in Michigan and how those rules may apply after a crash.
Our Michigan pedestrian accident attorneys can review the circumstances of an accident, identify potentially available sources of insurance coverage and compensation, and explain the legal options that may be available.
Michigan Pedestrian Accident Statistics
Pedestrian accidents remain a serious traffic-safety concern throughout Michigan. According to Michigan’s 2024 traffic crash data, 2,281 pedestrians were involved in 2,131 motor vehicle crashes statewide. Of those pedestrians, 1,809 were injured and 156 were killed.
The data also shows that pedestrian crashes occur throughout the year. In 2024, October had the highest number of pedestrian-involved crashes, with 225 crashes reported statewide. Michigan State Police also reported that pedestrian-involved crashes increased by approximately 1% from 2023 to 2024.
Drivers and pedestrians can review additional crash statistics and safety information through the Michigan State Police pedestrian safety resources.
For local pedestrian accident information, Khamo Law also provides resources for Troy, Sterling Heights, Warren, Southfield, Detroit, and Clinton Township.
Why Choose Khamo Law for a Michigan Pedestrian Accident Case?
Pedestrian accident cases can involve serious injuries, disputed liability, insurance coverage issues, and significant financial losses. Khamo Law represents injured people throughout Michigan and handles the legal and insurance issues involved in pursuing compensation after a serious pedestrian collision.
Our attorneys investigate how an accident occurred, gather evidence, communicate with insurance companies, evaluate available coverage, document damages, and pursue claims against responsible parties. When a pedestrian accident results in catastrophic injuries, our attorneys can also evaluate the long-term medical and financial effects of the collision.
If a pedestrian accident results in the loss of a loved one, surviving family members may have additional legal options. Learn more on our Michigan Wrongful Death Lawyer page.
Every case begins with a free consultation, and there are no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Contact Our Tenacious Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Michigan For Help
At Khamo Law, we provide relentless representation to injured pedestrians and victims of hit-and-run accidents. If you or a loved one has sustained injuries due to the negligence of a driver, our Michigan pedestrian accident attorneys will seek the full compensation you deserve. Call us at (248) 466-0606 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.
Legally reviewed by Attorney Koro E. Khamo
Attorney at Khamo Law, PLLC