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Pedestrian accidents are most likely to occur between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., since this is the typical time that children are getting off buses to go home from school or are out playing with their friends. In Utah, areas with heavy foot traffic — including downtown Ogden along Washington Boulevard, school zones in Davis and Weber counties, and busy intersections along State Street in Salt Lake City — see a disproportionate number of pedestrian crashes each year.

Today, drivers face many more distractions than they used to, which can take their focus off the road. It no longer seems safe to walk on sidewalks or crosswalks. Texting while driving, in particular, has become one of the leading causes of pedestrian accidents across Utah.

Fortunately, for these pedestrian accidents that occur, you are entitled to recover financial compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and funeral costs (if applicable).

Why Pedestrian Accidents in Utah Are So Serious

When a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, the injuries are almost always severe. A pedestrian has no protection — no seatbelt, no airbag, no steel frame. Even at relatively low speeds, a collision can cause traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, multiple fractures, and internal bleeding. At higher speeds, pedestrian accidents are frequently fatal, which may give rise to a wrongful death claim.

Utah's growing population along the Wasatch Front has made pedestrian safety an increasing concern. More vehicles on the road in Ogden, Layton, Clearfield, and surrounding communities means more opportunities for a distracted or negligent driver to strike someone on foot. Construction zones, poorly lit crosswalks, and roads without sidewalks add to the danger.

Victims of pedestrian accidents often face months or years of recovery. Hospital stays, surgeries, physical therapy, and the inability to work create enormous financial pressure on families that are already dealing with the emotional trauma of a serious injury.

Common Pedestrian Accident Scenarios in Utah

Pedestrian accidents can happen in a wide variety of situations. Some of the most common scenarios we see in our Utah cases include:

• Crosswalk accidents where drivers fail to yield to pedestrians, especially at busy Ogden and Davis County intersections
• Intersection collisions involving turning vehicles that do not see pedestrians crossing with the signal
• Parking lot accidents at Utah shopping centers where drivers are backing up or moving at low speeds
• School zone incidents where children are crossing the street near Weber and Davis County schools
• Hit-and-run accidents where the driver leaves the scene without stopping
• Accidents involving commercial trucks or delivery vehicles in urban areas

Regardless of the circumstances, if you have been injured as a pedestrian, you may be entitled to compensation. Our attorneys will investigate the details of your accident and fight for the maximum recovery on your behalf.

Utah Pedestrian Laws and Shared Fault Rules

Most pedestrian accidents in Utah occur because the driver was speeding, driving recklessly, failing to obey traffic laws, or lost control of their vehicle. Drivers are responsible for driving with reasonable care to avoid pedestrian accidents.

There are many misinterpretations of Utah's pedestrian law. For instance, if a pedestrian fails to obey traffic rules and crosses the street on a green light, they risk being struck by a vehicle. Although the pedestrian may have been violating the law, the driver can still be found at fault for the pedestrian accident.

Utah follows a modified comparative negligence system. This means that even if you were partially at fault — for example, crossing outside a crosswalk — you can still recover damages as long as your share of fault is less than 50%. The court will reduce your compensation by your percentage of fault, but you do not lose your right to a claim. Insurance companies frequently try to shift blame onto pedestrians to reduce what they pay. Having an experienced attorney on your side ensures this tactic does not work.

The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim after a pedestrian accident in Utah is four years. However, evidence disappears and witnesses forget details over time, so contacting an attorney as soon as possible after your accident gives you the strongest case.

How Our Ogden Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Can Help

There are laws in place to protect pedestrians, but sometimes they are not followed properly. If someone has injured you in a pedestrian accident, you need a pedestrian accident lawyer to ensure your legal rights are protected and that the insurance company does not take advantage of you.

When you hire Stephen Farr Law, we take on the full burden of your case. We investigate the accident scene, obtain surveillance footage and police reports, interview witnesses, and work with medical professionals to document the full extent of your injuries. We handle all communication with the insurance company so you can focus on your recovery.

Family members can also collect compensation for extreme fatalities causing a wrongful death. We have a qualified, experienced team of lawyers to handle your claim and get the compensation you are entitled to.

We will work hard to ensure your rights are protected and get you the compensation you're entitled to. Call one of our experienced personal injury lawyers at (833) 465-9744 or contact us online to start your claim right away. Your consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.

Related Practice Areas

We represent clients in all types of vehicle accident and personal injury cases. Learn more about our other practice areas:

• Semi-Truck Accidents — Collisions involving commercial trucks and 18-wheelers
• Auto Accidents — Car collisions involving passenger vehicles
• Motorcycle Accidents — Crashes involving motorcyclists and other vehicles
• Wrongful Death — Fatal accidents caused by negligence

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