Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Tacoma
Team-Based Guidance for Your Tacoma Pedestrian Injury Claim
A pedestrian collision can leave you managing medical care, missed work, transportation problems, insurance calls, and questions about who was at fault. The details that matter can disappear quickly, including vehicle movement, signal conditions, witness accounts, photographs, video, and information about the location where the crash occurred.
Washington law gives pedestrians protections in marked and unmarked crosswalks, but the facts still matter. Under RCW 46.61.235, a driver may have a duty to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk when statutory conditions are met. The pedestrian’s location, the vehicle’s speed and distance, and the traffic signal or roadway conditions can all affect a claim evaluation.
Talk with our team about what happened, the treatment you need, and the documents you have. Call (253) 544-5935 for an initial consultation with our Tacoma pedestrian accident attorney.
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- Natalie S.
I had an outstanding experience working with Ciana on a personal injury matter. Without her expertise, I would have never realized that I even had a case. Ciana’s attention to detail and deep understanding of personal injury law were invaluable. She guided me through every step with professionalism and care, ensuring I understood the process and felt supported. Thanks to her diligence and expertise, what could have been overlooked became a well-handled case. I highly recommend Ciana to anyone needing a knowledgeable and dedicated legal professional.
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- Jay R.
Hailey was super helpful and communication was always prompt and professional. Thank you for all your hard work Hailey and the rest of the team at Palace law.
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- Former Client
They are an amazing team and made my case an easy process to cope with. They stayed in great communication with me every step of the way and fought to maximize my profit. Palace Law is hands down THE BEST law firm I’ve dealt with. Attorney John H and assistant Hailey make an amazing team.
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- Sharon R.
I highly recommend Palace Law for your work place injury. I would definitely use them again but hopefully I won’t have to.
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- John A.
I’ve spent the last 7 years working with them and it hasn’t been a easy ride but they work very hard to get the best outcome for there clients. Sandra has done an outstanding job keeping me informed of the process and keeping me feel safe and secure with my future. I couldn’t of asked for a better person and team to help me during this stressful time and working hard to get me what I deserved.
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- Chad F.
Exceptional legal representation! My experience with Kim was outstanding. She was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to ensuring I received the outcome I deserved. Kim’s communication throughout the process was clear and timely, providing me with peace of mind during a challenging time.
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- Kelly Y.
Aria has been working with me and she is very thorough. I don’t get good sleep at night because of my injury but knowing that Palace Law is on the job gives me peace of mind specially, when they have employees like Aria thanks for letting me give my feedback and putting me in a position to give feedback.
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- Jacob H.
They have been entirely helpful since they accepted my case. Thorough and informative every step of the way. When I had an IME and no gas in my car they arranged for a ride to and from. After fighting tooth and nail myself with little to no results Palace Law stepped in and immediately Sedgwick stopped dragging me through the mud.
Pedestrian Injury Claim Support for Tacoma Clients
A pedestrian accident can involve medical providers, insurance carriers, witnesses, and legal deadlines at the same time. Our team helps organize the records and communications that connect those issues, so you have a clearer view of what your claim involves.
We’ve represented injured people in Washington and Oregon since 1995. Our attorneys bring more than 100 years of combined legal experience, and founding attorney Patrick A. Palace is a past president of the Washington State Bar Association. Our work includes individual injury claims, complex multi-party litigation, and a class action lawsuit representing more than 15,000 people.
Our team-based approach includes:
- Case Coordination: Attorneys and legal professionals track medical records, insurance contacts, court dates, and deadlines.
- Clear Communication: We explain forms, insurer requests, and claim developments in plain language.
- Accessible Meetings: We offer multilingual service and can meet with clients who can’t travel.
- Available Contact: You can reach us by phone, text, or online chat.
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Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian collisions can involve driver conduct, pedestrian conduct, roadway conditions, or a combination of factors. A contributing factor isn’t the same as legally established fault. The available evidence must be reviewed before responsibility can be assigned.
Factors that may be examined include:
- Distracted Driving: A motorist may miss a pedestrian, traffic signal, or changing roadway condition.
- Unsafe Turns: Drivers turning at intersections may focus on vehicle traffic and fail to see someone crossing.
- Speeding: Vehicle speed can affect stopping distance and the severity of an impact.
- Failure to Yield: Washington crosswalk law requires approaching drivers to stop and remain stopped for pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks when the statutory conditions apply.
- Impaired Driving: Alcohol or drugs can affect perception, judgment, and reaction time.
- Visibility Conditions: Darkness, inadequate lighting, weather, and crosswalk or roadway design may affect what a driver could see.
Washington uses comparative fault, meaning damages may be reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to an injured person under RCW 4.22.005. Being accused of crossing outside a crosswalk or otherwise contributing to a crash doesn’t automatically prevent recovery. The police report, witness statements, vehicle damage, photos, video, signal timing, and medical records can all matter when evaluating fault.
How Our Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Serve Tacoma Clients
Our physical office is in University Place near Tacoma, and we serve injured people throughout Washington and Oregon. If you were hit while walking, our team can evaluate the available evidence, organize the claim, communicate with insurers, and help document medical treatment and lost income.
We handle personal injury claims from intake through resolution, including paperwork, insurer communications, evidence organization, and court filings. A pedestrian collision claim may require review of roadway evidence, medical records, insurance coverage, and the day-to-day limitations caused by the injury. When litigation is appropriate, a Tacoma case may fall within the jurisdiction of Pierce County Superior Court.
We have handled claims involving auto collisions, major insurance carriers, large corporations, government entities, and complex multi-party litigation. We can help when an insurer disputes fault, questions the extent of injuries, requests a release, or argues that a pedestrian contributed to the collision.
