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Hit by a car while walking in California? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: 🚶 Strong Protection
Filing Deadline: 2 years
Fatality Rate: 2.5 per 100k
2 years
Statute of Limitations
1,000+
Annual Fatalities
2.5 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

California Crosswalk Laws

🚶 Strong Pedestrian Protections

Every intersection is legally a crosswalk, marked or not. Drivers must yield to pedestrians in any crosswalk. California has strong pedestrian protection laws.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians have right-of-way at all crosswalks. Drivers must exercise due care at all times.

California Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

In California, you have 2 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Pure comparative fault

California uses pure comparative fault. You can recover damages even if partially at fault, reduced by your percentage of fault.

Minimum Insurance

California requires minimum coverage of $15,000/$30,000/$5,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in California

Los Angeles arterials
San Francisco SOMA
Oakland International Blvd

What Makes California Unique

  • Highest total pedestrian fatalities
  • Strong pedestrian advocacy laws
  • Complete Streets policies in many cities
  • Vision Zero initiatives in major cities

Cities We Serve in California

Los Angeles
CA
San Francisco
CA
San Diego
CA
Sacramento
CA

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