Pedestrian Accident Attorney in Richardson

Over 100 Years of Combined Experience Fighting for Richardson Pedestrian Accident Victims

When a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, the consequences are rarely minor. At MAS Law, we’ve spent over 20 years serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area on serious personal injury cases, and our attorneys bring over 100 years of combined personal injury experience to every client we represent. Founded by Sean Modjarrad and recognized with numerous industry awards, our firm is built around personalized legal strategies and consistent communication that keeps you informed at every stage. For Richardson’s diverse community, we offer representation in English, Arabic, Spanish, Farsi, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi.

If you or a family member was injured in a pedestrian accident in Richardson, contact MAS Law now at (972) 789-1664. The sooner we review your case, the better positioned we may be to protect your claim.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Richardson

Negligence in pedestrian accident cases takes many forms, and identifying the correct cause matters for determining who is liable. Distracted driving, including phone use and general inattention, is one of the most common factors in pedestrian strikes across Texas. Speeding compounds the problem because higher speeds reduce reaction time and dramatically worsen injury severity at impact.

Intersection behavior is another frequent source of collisions. Texas law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks, but failure to do so remains a leading cause of crashes. Left-turn accidents happen when a driver focused on oncoming traffic doesn’t see a pedestrian crossing from the left. Right-hook collisions occur when a driver passes a pedestrian before an intersection, then turns right directly into their path. Impaired driving removes a driver’s ability to perceive and respond to anyone on foot.

Liability doesn’t always stop with the driver. Poor intersection design, insufficient lighting, and unmaintained sidewalks can bring construction companies, property owners, or government entities into the picture as additional responsible parties. Every accident has its own facts, and those facts determine who may owe compensation.

Injuries & Recoverable Damages

Pedestrians have no structural protection from a vehicle’s force and weight, which is why these collisions so often produce catastrophic injuries. Traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, broken bones, internal injuries, and severe road rash are among the most common outcomes. Victims who reach Methodist Richardson Medical Center often face extensive treatment, and the financial impact accumulates quickly.

Economic & Non-Economic Damages

A pedestrian accident claim in Texas can pursue two categories of compensation:

Economic Damages
Past and future medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, home health care, lost wages, and loss of future earning capacity are all recoverable. Thorough documentation (medical records, bills, and receipts) is essential to establishing these figures.

Non-Economic Damages
Physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, impairment, disfigurement, and diminished quality of life don’t come with a price tag, but Texas law allows recovery for them. A personal account of how your injuries affect daily life supports these claims alongside medical evidence.

Wrongful Death Claims

When a pedestrian accident is fatal, surviving family members may bring a wrongful death claim seeking funeral and burial expenses, loss of the deceased’s earnings, loss of household services, and loss of companionship.

Texas Liability Law & the Filing Deadline

Texas law imposes a duty of care on drivers to exercise reasonable caution around pedestrians: yielding in crosswalks and staying alert for people who may be crossing. When a driver fails that duty, they can be held liable for the resulting harm.

Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. If you share some responsibility for the accident, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you’re found more than 50% at fault, recovery is generally barred. This is exactly why insurance adjusters for at-fault drivers frequently try to shift blame to the pedestrian or push a low early settlement. Engaging with adjusters before retaining an attorney may put your negotiating leverage at risk.

Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003, injured pedestrians generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing that deadline typically bars recovery regardless of how strong the evidence is. Early legal consultation isn’t just helpful. It can be protective.

How MAS Law Handles Pedestrian Accident Cases

We build cases with meticulous preparation: thorough evidence gathering, investigation of all potentially liable parties, and a legal strategy tailored to your specific circumstances. Our team’s over 100 years of combined personal injury experience covers the complex, high-stakes claims that pedestrian injuries typically produce, and our 20-plus years serving the DFW area means we know the local courts and the insurance practices common in this region.

Communication is central to how we work. You won’t be left wondering what’s happening with your case. Our multilingual team can work with you in your preferred language: English, Arabic, Spanish, Farsi, Urdu, Hindi, or Punjabi, because Richardson’s community deserves representation that meets it where it is.

Pedestrian accident cases may be handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. There may be no financial barrier to getting legal help after an accident.

What Richardson Pedestrian Accident Victims Ask Us

What should I do immediately after being struck by a vehicle?
Call 911 and seek emergency medical care even if injuries seem minor. Don’t decline treatment at the scene. If you’re able, photograph the scene, collect the driver’s information, and get contact details from any witnesses. You can request the accident report from the Richardson Police Department. Contact an attorney before speaking with any insurance company.

Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault?
Under Texas’s modified comparative fault rule, you may still recover as long as you’re found to be 50% or less at fault. Your award would be reduced by your percentage of fault, but you wouldn’t be barred from recovery entirely.

What if the driver who hit me was uninsured or fled the scene?
Uninsured motorist coverage on an auto policy may cover pedestrian injuries in these situations. A pedestrian accident attorney can also help identify other liable parties (a property owner or government entity, for example) depending on how the accident occurred.

How long does a pedestrian accident case take to resolve?
Timelines vary based on injury severity, the number of liable parties, and whether the case settles or goes to trial. Claims involving serious injuries or disputed liability may take considerably longer than straightforward ones.

Talk to a Richardson Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today

A pedestrian accident can reshape every part of your life in an instant. The legal steps you take in the days and weeks that follow may directly affect what you’re able to recover. Our team at MAS Law is ready to review your case, explain your options, and begin building your claim, with no upfront cost to you.

Contact MAS Law at (972) 789-1664 to speak with a pedestrian accident attorney serving Richardson. We’re available in seven languages and ready to help you move forward.