Louisiana
Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Walking should be safe. Unfortunately, pedestrians across Louisiana are hurt when drivers fail to pay attention, fail to yield, speed, or make other unsafe choices. Because a person on foot has little protection from a moving vehicle, pedestrian accident injuries can be serious. Medical bills can add up quickly, time away from work can create financial stress, and recovery may take weeks, months, or even longer. Families may also feel uncertain about what comes next and how they will manage during the recovery.

If you or someone you love was hit by a car, you do not have to figure out what comes next on your own. The team of Louisiana personal injury lawyers at Loyd J. Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer (LJBLegal) helps injured pedestrians across Louisiana. We listen to what happened, explain your options in plain language, and help you through each step of your claim.

Insurance companies may move quickly after a pedestrian accident, but their goal is not necessarily to make sure you receive everything you need. Without the right legal help, you risk accepting less than your case is worth. Our job is to protect you from being underpaid while giving you the guidance and support you need to focus on your recovery.

Why Do Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Louisiana?

Pedestrian accidents in Louisiana often happen because of driver negligence. A driver may not be paying enough attention, may fail to follow the rules of the road, or may make an unsafe choice behind the wheel. A moment of distraction, speeding, failure to yield, or unsafe driving near a crosswalk can leave a pedestrian with serious injuries.

Common causes of pedestrian accidents include:

• Failing to yield at a crosswalk or intersection
• Driving while distracted by a phone or other activity
• Speeding or driving too fast for road or weather conditions
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Running a red light or stop sign
• Turning without watching for people crossing the street
• Backing out of a parking space or driveway without looking
• Poor weather, darkness, or low visibility

Even a careful pedestrian can be seriously injured because of driver negligence. The attorneys at LJBLegal investigate pedestrian accident cases carefully to understand what happened, identify everyone who may be responsible, and gather the evidence needed to support your claim.

What Louisiana Laws Apply to Pedestrian Accidents?

Louisiana law sets rules for both drivers and pedestrians. These laws can affect who is responsible for a pedestrian accident, how fault is divided, and how much time an injured person has to bring a claim.

When Do Pedestrians Have the Right of Way in Louisiana?

Pedestrians may have the right of way in Louisiana crosswalks and at certain intersections, depending on the traffic signals and circumstances. Drivers also have a duty to use reasonable care to avoid hitting people in the roadway, even when a pedestrian may have made a mistake.

Who had the right of way can become an important issue in a pedestrian injury claim. Insurance companies may try to place some or all of the blame on the person who was hit. Our attorneys look at the entire accident, including traffic signals, crosswalks, vehicle movements, witness statements, video, and other available evidence.

How Long Do You Have to File a Pedestrian Accident Claim in Louisiana?

For most Louisiana personal injury accidents occurring on or after July 1, 2024, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Different deadlines may apply in some situations, so it is important to determine the correct deadline for your case as soon as possible.

The lawsuit deadline is not a reason to wait two years to begin your claim. Important evidence can disappear much sooner. Surveillance video may be erased, vehicles may be repaired, witnesses may become harder to locate, and physical evidence can change.

In serious cases, our team may need to send preservation letters, obtain video or electronic data, inspect the scene or vehicle, and bring in experts. Starting early gives us a better opportunity to build your case the right way.

Can You Recover Compensation If You Were Partly at Fault?

You may still recover compensation if you were partly at fault for a Louisiana pedestrian accident, as long as you were not 51% or more responsible for an accident occurring on or after January 1, 2026. If you are 50% or less at fault, your recovery may be reduced by your percentage of fault.

For example, if you are found 20% at fault, your recovery may be reduced by 20%. If you are found 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages under Louisiana’s modified comparative fault system.

This makes the investigation especially important. An insurance company may argue you crossed outside a crosswalk, entered the roadway unexpectedly, ignored a traffic signal, or were difficult for the driver to see. The attorneys at LJBLegal work to make sure blame is not unfairly shifted onto you.

How Can LJBLegal Help After a Pedestrian Accident?

LJBLegal can investigate the crash, preserve evidence, deal with the insurance companies, document your injuries and losses, and build a claim aimed at securing fair compensation. Serious pedestrian accident cases often require more than simply sending medical bills to an insurer.

• Investigating the crash: We can gather police reports, photographs, video, witness statements, vehicle information, and other evidence.
• Preserving important evidence: When needed, we can act quickly to request surveillance footage, send preservation letters, and protect evidence before it disappears.
• Proving fault: We look closely at how the crash happened and what the driver should have done differently.
• Working with experts: Serious or disputed cases may require accident reconstruction experts, medical professionals, economists, vocational experts, or other specialists.
• Handling insurance companies: We communicate with adjusters and insurers so you do not have to handle those conversations alone.
• Documenting your losses: We consider current medical bills, future treatment, lost income, reduced earning ability, pain, limitations, and how the injury has affected your life.
• Negotiating your claim: We prepare your case so the insurance company understands the evidence, your injuries, and the full value of your losses.
• Filing a lawsuit when needed: Many cases settle without a trial. If the insurance company will not make a fair offer, our attorneys are prepared to take the next step.

Will You Have to File a Lawsuit After a Pedestrian Accident?

You may not need to file a lawsuit after a pedestrian accident. Many claims can be resolved through settlement, especially when liability is clear and the insurance company makes a fair offer. If a fair result cannot be reached, filing suit may become necessary.

We build cases with the possibility of court in mind, even when our goal is to reach a fair resolution without one. You should not have to accept less simply because an insurance company wants to close the claim quickly.

What Compensation Can You Recover After a Pedestrian Accident?

Compensation after a Louisiana pedestrian accident may include medical expenses, lost income, future treatment, pain and suffering, reduced earning ability, and other losses caused by the crash. The value of a claim depends on the injuries, available insurance coverage, fault, recovery, and long-term effects of the accident.

• Emergency room care and hospital bills
• Doctor visits, therapy, medication, and other medical treatment
• Future medical care and rehabilitation
• Lost income and missed work
• Reduced ability to work or earn income in the future
• Physical pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Permanent disability, impairment, or disfigurement

Why Is It Important to Understand Your Future Medical Needs Before Settling?

It is important to understand your future medical needs before settling because a settlement is generally final. If your condition gets worse or you later learn you need surgery, therapy, or other treatment, you usually cannot reopen the claim and ask for more money.

One of the risks of handling a pedestrian accident claim without legal help is settling before you understand the full impact of your injuries. The attorneys at LJBLegal work with you, your medical providers, and qualified experts when needed to understand both your current losses and what you may face in the future. Our goal is to build a complete picture of how the accident has affected your life so any settlement or verdict reflects your true losses.

Real Pedestrian Accident Case Results

LJBLegal has helped injured pedestrians and families recover compensation after serious crashes across Louisiana. Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee a future outcome, but these cases show how careful investigation, insurance coverage analysis, and thorough case-building can make a difference.

Policy Limits Recovered for Toddler Hit by Drunk Driver in St. Bernard Parish

A 2-year-old child was struck by a drunk driver on a closed Irish Italian Parade route in St. Bernard Parish. Our team pursued the available insurance coverage and recovered the full policy limits for the child and family.

Read the full St. Bernard Parish toddler pedestrian accident case result.

Tens of Thousands Recovered After Norco Gas Station Hit-and-Run

A man in his 50s was struck as a pedestrian near a Norco gas station in the LaPlace and Norco area. The case involved both a hit-and-run driver and an insurance coverage dispute. After addressing the coverage issue, LJBLegal recovered tens of thousands of dollars for our client.

Read the full Norco and LaPlace pedestrian hit-and-run case result.

Full Policy Limits for Child Injured in a Hit-and-Run

A 7-year-old child was playing basketball in a residential neighborhood when a hit-and-run driver struck him. He suffered a broken collarbone and damage to a tooth. Our team pursued the claim and recovered the full available policy limits.

Read the full child pedestrian hit-and-run case result.

These cases involved different injuries, locations, and insurance issues, but each required our team to look closely at what happened and identify the coverage available. If you or your child was hit by a vehicle, we can review the circumstances, explain your options, and help you understand what may come next.

Why Choose a Local Louisiana Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?

A local Louisiana pedestrian accident lawyer understands the state’s injury laws, local courts, road conditions, and how insurance companies handle claims here. This local knowledge can be especially important when fault, roadway design, traffic patterns, or local evidence becomes an issue.

The attorneys at LJBLegal understand the different challenges pedestrians face across Louisiana, from busy New Orleans streets and Baton Rouge intersections to highways and parish roads where sidewalks, crosswalks, lighting, and traffic patterns can vary greatly.

Serious pedestrian accident cases require more than a big name. They require the right team. LJBLegal has the experience, resources, and commitment to handle complex cases personally and thoroughly. When a case calls for additional expertise, we can work with qualified experts to help explain how an accident happened, the extent of an injury, or what an injured person may need in the future.

What Should You Do After a Pedestrian Accident in Louisiana?

After a pedestrian accident, you should get medical care, report the crash, preserve evidence, gather witness information, and be careful when speaking with insurance companies. Taking the right steps early can protect both your health and your ability to bring a claim.

• Call 911 and report the accident. Ask for medical help if you need it.
• Get medical care. Some injuries are not immediately obvious, especially after the shock of being hit by a vehicle.
• Take photographs and video if possible. Capture the vehicle, accident scene, traffic signals, crosswalks, road conditions, injuries, and anything else that may help show what happened.
• Get witness information. A name and phone number may become important later.
• Save documents. Keep medical records, bills, receipts, work records, and insurance correspondence.
• Be careful when speaking with insurance companies. Avoid giving a recorded statement or accepting a settlement before you understand your rights and the extent of your injuries.
• Contact LJBLegal as soon as possible. Early involvement gives our team more time to preserve evidence, investigate the crash, and protect your claim.

How Will You Stay Updated About Your Pedestrian Accident Case?

LJBLegal clients can stay updated through our client portal app, which provides access to case information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The portal gives you an easy way to check your case status, upload documents, ask questions, and communicate with your legal team.

• Check the status of your case at any time
• Upload documents, photos, and other information
• Get answers to questions about your case
• Send a message to your attorney or dedicated case manager

Technology makes staying connected easier, but it does not replace personal service. You will have a team working on your case, and we believe in keeping you informed, answering your questions, and helping you understand what comes next.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire LJBLegal for a Pedestrian Accident Case?

It costs nothing upfront to hire LJBLegal for a pedestrian accident case. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you do not pay attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. Our fee also stays the same if your case requires a lawsuit or trial.

• No upfront costs. You do not pay anything to hire us.
• No fee unless we win. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you.
• No surprises. Our fee stays the same even if we need to file a lawsuit or take your case to trial.

Cost should never be the reason you hesitate to get help. Our contingency fee structure allows you to get experienced legal guidance without worrying about paying attorney fees out of pocket while you are already dealing with medical bills, missed work, and recovery.

Why Choose Loyd J Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer?

Choosing a lawyer after a serious pedestrian accident is about more than comparing names. You need a team you can trust to listen, explain what comes next, build your case carefully, and stay with you throughout the process. LJBLegal combines personal attention with the experience and resources needed to handle serious Louisiana injury claims.

• Client-first service: We treat people with care, respect, and personal attention. You have a dedicated team, clear communication, and 24/7 access to your case status through our client portal.
• Experienced Louisiana representation: The attorneys at LJBLegal understand Louisiana personal injury law and know how to investigate and build pedestrian accident claims from the beginning.
• Thorough case-building: Serious cases need more than a big name. They need the right team, careful preparation, strong evidence, and support from qualified experts when needed.
• Local knowledge: Our team understands Louisiana courts, roads, insurance practices, and the communities we serve. From busy city intersections to parish highways and local roads, we know how location can affect how a pedestrian accident happened and how a claim should be investigated.
• Peer-recognized experience: Loyd J. Bourgeois has earned an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and recognition from Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers. These peer-influenced honors reflect professional achievement and recognition within the legal community.
• Top attorney ratings: Potential clients researching experience and feedback can also review Loyd’s 10/10 Avvo rating and 10.0 Justia rating.
• Client and community recognition: LJBLegal has received honors including Best Law Firm in Best of Jefferson Parish, Silver for Best Personal Injury Law in Best of Jefferson Parish, NOLA Family Favorites Favorite Attorney recognition, and New Orleans CityBusiness recognition as a Top Winner for Best Personal Injury Lawyer.
• Free consultation: We offer a free initial consultation so you can tell us what happened, ask questions, and understand your options before deciding what to do next.

Awards and ratings can help you compare your options, but they are only part of the picture. What matters most is having the right team, one prepared to do the work your case requires, treat you with care, and stand with you every step of the way. Whether your case can be resolved through a fair settlement or requires us to go the distance in court, you will have a team ready for what comes next. Call 985-240-9773 or contact LJBLegal online for a free consultation about your Louisiana pedestrian accident claim.

How Can You Talk With a Louisiana Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?

You can speak with the team at LJBLegal by calling 985-240-9773 or completing our online form for a free consultation. You do not need to know whether you should sue or even whether you have a case before reaching out.

At Loyd J. Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer, we know how quickly life can change when you are hit by a vehicle. You may be worried about medical bills, missing work, dealing with an insurance company, or simply figuring out what you are supposed to do next.

Start by telling us what happened. We will listen, explain your options, and help you decide what makes sense for you.

Call 985-240-9773 today or fill out our online form for a free consultation. Let the team at LJBLegal help you take the next step with guidance, support, and experience you can trust.