Spartanburg Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Spartanburg has a mix of busy roads, college campuses, and residential neighborhoods where people walk every day. Areas like Morgan Square, Wofford College, and Converse University see high pedestrian traffic. Unfortunately, so do areas that weren’t designed for pedestrians. When a driver fails to pay attention or yield the right of way, the result can be devastating. A Spartanburg pedestrian accident lawyer from HawkLaw P.A. can help you pursue compensation when negligence causes life-changing injuries.

Where Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Spartanburg

Pedestrian accidents can happen anywhere in Spartanburg, from busy intersections downtown to residential neighborhoods. College areas near Wofford and USC Upstate see frequent pedestrian traffic, and distracted driving often leads to crashes there. Parks and recreation areas like Tyger River Park bring out runners, walkers, and families. Even in these spaces, drivers may not yield or notice pedestrians in time.

Most pedestrian injuries, however, aren’t happening in places built for pedestrians: they’re happening in high-speed, low-visibility areas where the infrastructure favors cars. 

Heavily traveled roads such as Reidville Road and John B. White Sr. Boulevard (SC-296) are also common sites of pedestrian collisions. Congestion, speeding, and drivers failing to look for people crossing are all major risks. It’s worth noting that there are sidewalks along SC-296, yet no safe area to cross that major highway. 

No matter where you were hurt, one of our pedestrian accident attorneys in Spartanburg can review your claim and hold the responsible party accountable.

I Was Injured While Walking, But Not by a Car. What Now?

Not every pedestrian injury involves being hit by a car. A pedestrian injury law firm can also help with claims involving:

• Uneven or broken sidewalks that cause trips and falls
• Outdoor dining or business setups that create unsafe walkways
• Dog bites when owners fail to control their pets
• Objects falling from a roof or construction site
• Sidewalks blocked by improperly parked vehicles

These accidents can cause serious injuries, and multiple parties may be responsible. A Spartanburg personal injury lawyer from HawkLaw, P.A. can evaluate what happened and determine how to recover compensation.

Common Injuries from Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accident injuries are often severe because people have no protection against impact. Common injuries include:

• Traumatic brain injuries 
• Spinal cord injuries 
• Paralysis
• Internal bleeding 
• Organ damage
• Broken bones and crush injuries
• Amputations
• Severe lacerations and soft tissue damage
• Nerve injuries
• Psychological trauma

These are some of the common injuries when a car hits a pedestrian, but they may not include all of the injuries you have. If you have any of these or other injuries from being struck by a car or otherwise falling, seek the guidance of a Spartanburg pedestrian accident attorney from HawkLaw, P.A. before you settle your claim. Your injuries could be extensive, and your claim should match those losses.

What to Do If You’re Hit While Walking

Knowing what to do if you’re hit in a crosswalk accident in South Carolina can protect both your health and your legal claim:

• If possible, move yourself out of the way of additional injury. 
• Call 911 to request medical care and law enforcement support, even if you feel okay.
• Seek medical attention after an accident.
• Take photos of the surrounding area, the car, and damage to it, debris on the roadway, and any other details that could contribute to what happened.
• Get the name and contact information, along with insurance and driver’s license details, of the person who struck you.
• Gather the names and contact information for witnesses.
• Provide the police with information about what happened and what you experienced and saw. Avoid any statements that put you at fault.

If a car hit you in a crosswalk, your photos indicating the location could help prove what occurred. Your pedestrian accident attorneys will use this information to piece together the fault.

If the driver didn’t stop after hitting you, try to note the license plate or car description. Police can use that information to investigate.

How Is Fault Determined in Spartanburg Pedestrian Accidents?

Police reports, witness statements, and accident evidence play a major role. Insurance companies may argue a pedestrian was partially responsible if someone was jaywalking or crossing against the signal.

Your pedestrian accident attorney’s job is to minimize your share of fault and prove the driver’s responsibility. South Carolina follows comparative negligence rules, which means you can still collect compensation even if you are found partially at fault. That compensation will be reduced by the percentage of blame you share. In other words, if you are found 20% at fault, your total award is reduced by 20%.

In South Carolina, you are barred from collecting any compensation if you are more than 50% at fault.

How Much Is a Pedestrian Injury Worth in South Carolina?

There is no way to know how much your pedestrian accident claim is worth until your attorney explores all the losses you have. Some of the losses you may be owed include:

• Medical costs, both current and future
• Lost wages and income
• Loss of earning potential
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Loss of quality of life

The best way to understand the value of your pedestrian accident claim is to work with an experienced Spartanburg pedestrian accident lawyer who can evaluate all of your losses.

Why Insurance Coverage Matters if You’re Hit by a Car

If you are hurt in a car accident caused by a driver, South Carolina law allows you to file a claim against that driver’s liability insurance to cover your losses. All drivers must carry liability insurance for such incidents.

If the driver is uninsured, underinsured, or flees the scene, your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage may apply. South Carolina also requires this type of coverage, so many pedestrians have protection even if they do not drive.

Pedestrians should be able to make a claim under their own MedPay policies as well. MedPay is a no-fault insurance policy that can help offset medical costs, such as co-pays, premiums, emergency room fees, and more.

Do You Have a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Near Me?

HawkLaw P.A. serves clients throughout Spartanburg from our office at 5506 Reidville Rd, Moore, SC 29369. Located near Tyger River Park and the BMW Manufacturing Plant, our office is easily accessible from both downtown Spartanburg and surrounding communities. Free parking is available on-site.

Call a Spartanburg Pedestrian Accident Attorney Who Fights for You

Let HawkLaw P.A. fight for you after you have suffered injuries. Our Spartanburg pedestrian accident lawyer brings years of experience to your fight. Contact us now for a free consultation*. HawkLaw P.A. has additional offices in Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, and Anderson. The Anderson office is by appointment only; most clients are served out of the Greenville office location.