Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Cincinnati
Hit By a Car While Walking? We’ll Help You Hold the Driver Accountable
Whether you were crossing at a marked crosswalk or walking through a parking lot, the driver had a duty to pay attention and take reasonable care to avoid hitting you. If they failed to do that, they may be responsible for the harm they caused.
Pedestrian accident claims often turn on where the collision happened, who had the right of way, what the driver could see, and whether the driver had enough time to avoid the crash. Questions about crosswalks, traffic signals, speed, visibility, and pedestrian movement can all affect how fault is evaluated.
At Young, Reverman & Bolotin, our pedestrian accident lawyers fight to hold negligent drivers accountable for the harm they cause. We help injured victims and their families pursue compensation for their losses after they’ve suffered life-changing injuries or their loved ones have died.
“After you’ve been hit by a car, you may hear questions about where you were walking or whether you were in a crosswalk. Those facts can matter, but they don’t tell the whole story. We investigate what the driver was doing too, and whether they could have prevented the crash.”
~ Attorney Richard E. Reverman
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Why You Need a Lawyer After a Pedestrian Accident
After an injury claim is filed, insurance companies waste no time trying to shift the blame. Even when the driver was clearly at fault, an insurer may argue that you “darted out,” weren’t in a crosswalk, or weren’t visible.
But sharing responsibility for a pedestrian accident doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t have a case. Ohio follows a comparative fault rule, which may allow you to still recover compensation if your share of the fault is not greater than the combined fault of the other responsible parties. Your compensation would be reduced by your percentage of fault.
When you hire Young, Reverman & Bolotin, you get a team of attorneys who know how to investigate pedestrian crashes and challenge attempts to unfairly shift blame. We investigate the crash, preserve evidence, and build a case showing how the crash happened, who was responsible, and what it has cost you.
Pedestrian Accident Injuries? Here’s What to Do to Protect Your Rights
If you’re like most people, you didn’t call a lawyer immediately after getting hit by a car. You may have been rushed to the ER, focused on recovery, or unsure whether you even had a case. If you’re just now starting to consider legal action, here’s what you can do to protect your rights and strengthen your claim:
Hold Onto Evidence From Your Pedestrian Accident
Photos of the scene, damaged clothing, witness contact info, or even journal entries about your pain can support your case. We’ll help identify and preserve what matters.
Document Your Medical Treatment
Keep all medical bills, discharge papers, prescription records, therapy notes, and test results that are related to the accident. Documenting your injuries and treatments will be essential in proving the extent of your injuries.
Let Us Handle the Insurance Companies
If the driver’s insurer has already called you, don’t feel pressured to respond. Let us deal with adjusters so they can’t twist your words or use what you say to minimize your claim.
Keep a Record of How the Injury Affects You
Whether you’ve missed work, needed help at home, or haven’t been able to do the things you love, write it down. These details help us show the full impact of your injuries.
Contact Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers as Soon as Possible
Evidence fades. Surveillance footage gets deleted. Witnesses forget what they saw. The sooner we can begin investigating your accident, the stronger the evidence available to support your case may be.
The insurance company may deny fault, downplay your injuries, or pressure you into accepting a lowball settlement. Our pedestrian accident lawyers deal directly with the insurer, protect your rights, and push back when it tries to minimize what happened to you.
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What You Can Recover in a Pedestrian Accident Claim
The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be financially and emotionally overwhelming. Fortunately, Ohio law allows injured pedestrians to pursue compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. This includes:
Medical Bills
From emergency care and hospital stays to surgeries, rehab, and follow-up appointments, we document the medical expenses you’ve already incurred and consider the cost of treatment you may need in the future.
Lost Wages and Future Earnings
If your injuries kept you off the job—or if your ability to work has been permanently limited—we’ll pursue compensation for lost income and any reduction in your future earning ability.
Pain and Suffering
The physical pain and emotional impact caused by getting hit by a car can last long after the initial injuries heal. Our accident attorneys document how those injuries have affected your everyday life.
Loss of Enjoyment of Life
If you can no longer walk, exercise, care for your kids, or participate in daily routines the way you did before the accident, we’ll factor that into your personal injury claim.
Wrongful Death
If your loved one was killed in a pedestrian accident, we can help your family pursue a wrongful death claim and identify the damages that may be available under Ohio law.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Cincinnati
Most pedestrian accidents are preventable. They often happen when a driver fails to pay attention, yield, slow down, or follow traffic laws.
Some of the most common causes we see include:
- Distracted driving (texting, eating, talking on the phone)
- Speeding, especially in school zones and residential areas
- Failure to yield at crosswalks or intersections
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Making illegal turns or ignoring traffic signals
- Backing up without checking blind spots (especially in parking lots)
Some cases also involve dangerous roadway designs, poor lighting, broken traffic signals, or missing crosswalk markings. When something other than a driver’s negligence contributed to the crash, we investigate whether another person or entity may also bear responsibility.
How We Prove the Driver Was at Fault
To hold a negligent driver responsible, we generally need to establish four key things:
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The Driver Owed You a Duty of Care
Ohio law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in certain crosswalk situations and to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians on the roadway. What the driver was required to do depends on where and how the crash happened, which is why we look closely at the scene, traffic controls, right of way, and the actions of both the driver and pedestrian.
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They Breached That Duty
We show how the driver’s behavior fell short—whether they were texting, speeding, ignoring a stop sign, driving while impaired, or just not paying attention.
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Their Actions Caused the Pedestrian Accident
Using medical records, witness statements, crash evidence, and, when necessary, expert analysis, we connect the driver’s negligence to your injuries.
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You Suffered Real Damages
We don’t just count receipts—we show how this accident has changed your life.
Why Waiting to Call a Lawyer Could Hurt Your Case
You don’t have to call a lawyer the day of your crash—but the longer you wait, the harder it can be to build a strong case. Evidence disappears fast. Witnesses forget details. Camera footage gets erased.
If we get involved early, we can:
Secure video surveillance from nearby businesses or traffic cams
Interview witnesses while their memory is still fresh
Photograph the accident scene before it changes
- Preserve and collect medical records and police reports
- Communicate with the insurance company so you don’t have to
Even if it’s been a few weeks, it’s not necessarily too late to get legal help. But the sooner you call, the sooner we can begin identifying and preserving evidence that may matter to your claim.
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
A human body is no match for a car, SUV, or truck. The injuries pedestrians suffer in these crashes are often severe—even at low speeds.
We help clients who’ve suffered:
Pelvic fractures and orthopedic trauma
- Crush injuries and internal bleeding
- Lacerations, road rash, and deep tissue injuries
- Amputations and permanent disfigurement
Even injuries that seem minor at first, like sprains, whiplash, or contusions, can worsen over time or lead to chronic pain. When we evaluate your claim, we look at how your injuries affect you now and what they may mean for you in the future.
Pedestrian Accident FAQs
How Long Do I Have to File a Pedestrian Accident Claim in Ohio?
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Waiting too long can jeopardize your right to recover compensation for your injuries. Different deadlines or requirements can apply in some cases, so it’s important not to assume you have two years without looking at specific circumstances of your claim.
Can I File a Claim If I Was Outside a Crosswalk When I Was Hit By a Car?
Yes, walking outside a crosswalk does not automatically prevent you from bringing a claim. Ohio law generally requires pedestrians crossing outside a marked crosswalk or an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection to yield to vehicles. But that doesn’t give drivers a free pass to hit someone in the road. Drivers still have a duty to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians. Where you were walking, whether the driver saw or should have seen you, and what both of you were doing can all affect who is responsible.
Can I Recover Compensation If I Was Partly at Fault for a Pedestrian Accident?
Yes. Sharing fault does not automatically prevent you from recovering compensation in Ohio. If your share of the fault is not greater than the combined fault of the other responsible parties, you may still recover damages, but your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
What If the Driver Left the Scene?
If your accident was a hit-and-run and you have uninsured motorist coverage, your own policy may provide compensation even if the driver is never found. Depending on the circumstances, other insurance coverage may also be available. We can review the policies that may apply and help identify possible sources of compensation.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?
Hiring our accident lawyers doesn’t cost you anything up front. We work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you don’t pay us unless we win your case.
Talk to a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today
You were hit by a car while you were walking. You didn’t ask for this—and you shouldn’t have to deal with the consequences alone.
Let Young, Reverman & Bolotin help you hold those responsible accountable and pursue the compensation available for your injuries and losses. We’re available 24/7 to answer your questions and review your case—free of charge.
Call (513) 400-0000 or contact us online today. If you can’t come to us, we’ll come to you.
“I spoke with Mr. Jay Bolton seeking his expertise on a legal matter. He was very professional and resolved this issue for me. He communicated with me and helped me tremendously by explaining what to expect next. I would highly recommend Mr. Jay Bolotin to anyone. I totally trust and believe he would do the same for you!”
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For your convenience, our law firm has several law offices throughout the tri-state area.
