Pedestrian Accident Attorney in Santa Clarita

Voted Best Personal Injury Attorney by the Santa Clarita Signal. Over 20 Years Serving This Community.

When a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, the injuries are rarely minor. With no structural protection, the human body absorbs the full force of the collision. Robert J. Kaiser has handled personal injury cases in Santa Clarita for over 20 years, and he takes pedestrian accident cases personally. You won’t be handed off to a junior associate. Robert works directly with every client from the first consultation through resolution.

The Santa Clarita Signal Newspaper has voted Robert J. Kaiser Best Personal Injury Attorney multiple times, including 2012, 2013, and 2016. That recognition reflects something this community already knows: this firm is built here, for people here.

If you or someone you love has been struck by a vehicle in the Santa Clarita Valley, don’t wait to get answers. Call Law Office of Robert J. Kaiser at (661) 441-3446 for a free consultation. There’s no fee unless we recover compensation for you.

Why Santa Clarita Pedestrian Accident Victims Choose Law Office of Robert J. Kaiser

Large regional firms handle pedestrian accident claims in volume. We don’t. Every case at Law Office of Robert J. Kaiser gets a tailored strategy based on the specific facts, injuries, and circumstances involved. Robert’s two decades of personal injury work in Santa Clarita means he understands the local roads, the insurers active in this market, and the courts where these claims are resolved.

Clients consistently describe working with our firm as straightforward and responsive. That long record of trust in the Santa Clarita Valley isn’t marketing language. It’s the reason people call us when something serious happens. Robert is active in the local community, participating in area events and collaborating with Santa Clarita charities. Weekend and evening appointments are available for clients who need flexibility.

Where Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Santa Clarita

Pedestrian collisions are rising in Santa Clarita. The city recorded 73 pedestrian and bicycle-related collisions in 2024, an 18% increase from 62 in 2023. Crosswalks along Lyons Avenue and Newhall Avenue, and areas near schools and shopping centers, carry higher pedestrian risk. Surface streets adjacent to the SR-14 and I-5 corridors also see elevated incident rates.

The most dangerous hours fall between 6 p.m. and midnight. A pedestrian struck at 40 mph faces an 85% chance of a fatal outcome. The causes across these crashes are predictable: distracted driving, failure to yield in crosswalks, speeding, impairment, and drivers running red lights. California Vehicle Code Section 21950 requires drivers to yield the right of way to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks. When a driver violates that statute, it can serve as evidence of negligence in a civil claim.

Injuries & Compensation in a Pedestrian Accident Claim

Pedestrian accidents produce some of the most severe injuries in any traffic collision category. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, internal organ injuries, and deep lacerations are common. In the most serious cases, victims may face permanent disability or death.

California personal injury law allows injured pedestrians to pursue two categories of compensation:

Economic Damages
These may include past and future medical expenses, lost wages, lost earning capacity, and rehabilitation costs. Every dollar spent and every dollar lost because of the accident may belong in this calculation.

Non-Economic Damages
These may include compensation for pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. These losses are real even when they don’t appear on a medical bill.

In cases where a driver’s conduct rises to the level of malice, oppression, or fraud under California law, punitive damages may also be available, though they aren’t commonly awarded. When a pedestrian accident results in death, surviving family members may have a wrongful death claim separate from any personal injury recovery.

California Law & Your Pedestrian Accident Case

Two legal rules shape almost every pedestrian accident claim in California. Understanding both matters before you decide how to proceed.

Statute of Limitations

Under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1, injured pedestrians generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Missing that deadline typically ends the right to recover, regardless of how clear the fault is. If a government entity is responsible, such as for a defective crosswalk or dangerous road design, the window to act is shorter, and different notice requirements apply.

Comparative Negligence

California follows a pure comparative fault rule, meaning a pedestrian found partially at fault can still recover compensation. That recovery is reduced by their percentage of fault, but it isn’t eliminated. Insurers routinely argue pedestrian fault to reduce what they owe. Having a pedestrian accident attorney in Santa Clarita who knows how to counter those arguments can make a real difference in how your case is presented.

Steps to Take After Being Struck by a Vehicle

The decisions made in the hours and days after a pedestrian accident directly affect the strength of a legal claim. Evidence disappears quickly: surveillance footage gets overwritten, witnesses become unavailable, and physical conditions at the scene change.

These steps help protect both your health and your claim:

• Seek medical care immediately, even if you feel you weren’t seriously hurt. Delayed symptoms are common in pedestrian accidents, and a gap in treatment can be used against you later.
• Report the accident to law enforcement and get the incident report number before leaving the scene.
• Document the scene if you’re physically able: photographs of the vehicle, road conditions, crosswalk markings, and any visible injuries.
• Collect witness information from anyone who saw the collision.
• Don’t give a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurance company before speaking with an attorney.
• Contact an attorney promptly so investigation can begin before critical evidence is lost.

Talk to a Pedestrian Accident Attorney in Santa Clarita Today

You deserve to know where your case stands before you make any decisions. Law Office of Robert J. Kaiser offers free consultations with no obligation, and we work on a contingency fee basis: no recovery, no fee. Robert J. Kaiser brings over 20 years of personal injury experience to every case and can meet with you personally, including on evenings and weekends if that’s what your schedule requires.

Call (661) 441-3446 today to speak with a pedestrian accident lawyer serving the Santa Clarita Valley. Your consultation is free, and there’s nothing to pay unless we recover compensation for you.