Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Las Vegas, NV

At Cogburn Davidson, our pedestrian accident attorneys in Las Vegas work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no upfront fees, and attorney’s fees are only collected if compensation is recovered on your behalf.

It’s generally best not to accept a settlement offer without first speaking to an attorney. Early offers are often lower than the true value of your claim and may not account for future medical care or the long-term effects of your injuries. Our team can review the offer and advise whether it fairly compensates you.

Our Las Vegas pedestrian injury attorneys can investigate the crash, collect and preserve evidence, determine who is legally responsible, and handle all communications with insurance companies while protecting your rights throughout the claims process.

Liability is determined by examining factors such as traffic laws, driver behavior, police reports, witness statements, surveillance footage, and accident reconstruction evidence. In some cases, multiple parties—such as a driver, employer, or government entity—may share responsibility.

While drivers have a duty to watch for pedestrians, safety steps can help reduce risk, including:

• Use marked crosswalks and obey traffic signals
• Stay alert and avoid distractions like phones or headphones
• Make eye contact with drivers before crossing
• Walk on sidewalks when available and face traffic if walking near the road
• Wear visible or reflective clothing, especially at night

Nevada law generally requires drivers to yield to pedestrians crossing the roadway at an intersection in a marked or unmarked crosswalk, subject to certain exceptions. Pedestrians must also follow applicable traffic signals and exercise reasonable care. If you were struck while crossing the road, the specific circumstances of the collision can determine who had the right of way and whether another party may be responsible.

Evidence can help establish how the pedestrian accident occurred and who may be responsible. This may include photographs and video of the scene, surveillance footage, witness statements, police reports, vehicle damage, traffic signal information, and medical records documenting your injuries. Cogburn Davidson can investigate the circumstances of your collision and help gather evidence that supports your claim.

The driver who caused the collision may be responsible, but liability can extend to other parties depending on the circumstances. A vehicle owner, employer, government entity responsible for roadway conditions, or another negligent party may potentially share liability. Identifying every potentially responsible party can be important when pursuing full compensation.

Leaving the scene of a pedestrian accident does not necessarily prevent you from pursuing compensation. If the driver can be identified, you may have a claim against the driver and their insurance coverage. If the driver remains unidentified, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage may provide an additional source of compensation, depending on your policy. Reporting the accident, seeking medical attention, and preserving any available evidence can be especially important after a hit-and-run.

Every pedestrian accident case has its own timeline. The process can depend on the severity of your injuries, how long you need medical treatment, the amount of evidence involved, the insurance companies involved, and whether the parties can reach a fair settlement. Our team can evaluate your circumstances, explain what may affect the timeline, and work to move your claim forward.

Not necessarily. Many pedestrian accident claims are resolved through settlement negotiations without going to trial. However, if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation or liability remains disputed, filing a lawsuit may become necessary. Our attorneys can help you understand your options and prepare your case for trial if litigation becomes necessary.