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TL;DR: Essential Guide from Your Fishers Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
- Pedestrians Have No Protection: When vehicles strike pedestrians, injuries are almost always severe—broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, and death.
- Drivers Must Yield: Indiana law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and exercise due care to avoid striking pedestrians anywhere.
- Common Causes: Distracted driving, failure to yield, speeding, running red lights, drunk driving, and failure to stop at crosswalks.
- Growing Danger in Fishers: As Fishers grows, pedestrian traffic near Nickel Plate Trail, downtown, and shopping areas increases risks.
- No Fee Unless We Win: Free consultation. Call 317-969-8000.
Fishers Indiana Pedestrian Accident Lawyer – Protecting Injured Pedestrians
When a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, the results are devastating. Pedestrians have no protection—no airbags, no seatbelts, no metal frame. Even "minor" collisions cause serious injuries.
If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle while walking in Fishers, our pedestrian accident lawyers will fight for the compensation you deserve. We hold negligent drivers accountable and help victims rebuild their lives.
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Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Driver Negligence
- Distracted Driving: Texting, phone use, GPS—drivers who don't see pedestrians
- Failure to Yield: Not stopping for pedestrians in crosswalks
- Speeding: Less time to react, more severe impacts
- Running Red Lights/Stop Signs: Striking pedestrians with the right of way
- Drunk/Impaired Driving: Impaired judgment and reaction time
- Turning Without Looking: Right turns on red, left turns across pedestrian paths
- Backing Up Without Checking: Parking lot and driveway accidents
Environmental Factors
- Poor lighting at crosswalks
- Missing or faded crosswalk markings
- Inadequate pedestrian signals
- Obstructed sight lines
- High-speed roads without pedestrian infrastructure
Pedestrian Accident Injuries
Lower Extremity Injuries
Initial vehicle impact typically strikes legs and hips:
- Leg fractures (tibia, fibula, femur)
- Knee injuries (torn ligaments, shattered kneecaps)
- Hip fractures
- Ankle and foot fractures
Head and Brain Injuries
Secondary impact with hood, windshield, or ground causes:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Skull fractures
- Concussions
- Facial fractures and lacerations
Spinal Injuries
- Herniated discs
- Vertebral fractures
- Spinal cord damage
- Paralysis
Other Injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Broken ribs
- Pelvic fractures
- Shoulder injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
- Road rash and abrasions
Driver Liability in Pedestrian Accidents
Indiana law requires drivers to exercise due care to avoid striking pedestrians:
- Crosswalks: Drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks
- Sidewalks: Drivers must yield when crossing sidewalks at driveways
- General Duty: Drivers must exercise reasonable care at all times
Comparative Fault
Indiana uses modified comparative fault. Pedestrians can recover damages if they're less than 51% at fault. Insurance companies often blame pedestrians unfairly—we fight these tactics.
Dangerous Pedestrian Locations in Fishers
- Nickel Plate Trail Crossings: Trail intersections with roads
- Downtown Fishers: Nickel Plate District pedestrian areas
- 116th Street Corridor: High-traffic commercial areas
- Shopping Centers: Hamilton Town Center, Fishers District
- School Zones: Morning and afternoon pedestrian traffic
- Parking Lots: Retail and restaurant parking areas
Compensation Available
- Medical Expenses: Emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, prosthetics, long-term care
- Lost Wages: Time missed from work
- Lost Earning Capacity: Permanent disabilities affecting employment
- Pain and Suffering: Physical pain from injuries
- Emotional Distress: PTSD, anxiety, depression, fear of walking/crossing streets
- Disfigurement: Permanent scarring and physical changes
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Reduced quality of life
- Wrongful Death: Funeral costs, lost income, loss of companionship
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I wasn't in a crosswalk when hit?
You can still recover damages. Drivers must exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians everywhere, not just crosswalks. However, your comparative fault may be higher if you weren't in a crosswalk.
The driver said they didn't see me. Is that a defense?
No. "I didn't see the pedestrian" is an admission of negligence, not a defense. Drivers must watch for pedestrians and can't escape liability by failing to see what's plainly visible.
What if the driver who hit me fled the scene?
Hit-and-run cases are still recoverable. Your own uninsured motorist coverage may apply. We also work with police to identify hit-and-run drivers through witnesses, surveillance video, and forensic evidence.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Indiana's statute of limitations is 2 years for personal injury and wrongful death. Contact an attorney promptly to preserve evidence.
What if my child was hit by a car?
Children have special protections. Drivers must exercise extra care around children, and the statute of limitations doesn't begin running until the child turns 18. We handle pediatric pedestrian injury cases with special care.
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