Yorks Leading Personal Injury Lawyers
Helping the people of York and surrounding areas for over 25 years.
Online Claim
Pedestrian Accident Claims
If you have been knocked down whilst crossing a road you may be eligible for compensation.
Pedestrians are very vulnerable and the consequences of being hit by a vehicle can lead to serious injuries.
Can I make a claim if I have been knocked down?
Yes, it is possible to make a claim, firstly we will endeavour to establish who caused the accident. In some pedestrian claims, it is obvious who is to blame, for example when a pedestrian is run down on a crossing, hit by a speeding car, or hit by a drunk driver.
What are the common causes of pedestrian accidents?
The most common reasons for pedestrian accidents include:
- A car travelling too fast or on the wrong side of the road.
- A lorry or bus being too close to a pedestrian when passing.
- A car mounting the pavement.
Can I make a claim even if it was partly my fault?
Pedestrians are frequently made to feel like the accident was their fault, but this is often not the case. Drivers must take all reasonable care to ensure the manner of their driving does not endanger pedestrians, particularly children that may step into the road.
The law states that drivers must take extra care if they are driving near pedestrians. Even where the main cause of an accident is a pedestrian stepping out into the road, compensation can still be paid where the standard of driving is found to have partly caused the accident.
Is there a time limit to making a pedestrian accident claim?
Your claim should be started within three years of the accident happening. If children are involved in a road traffic accident the law allows their parents to submit a claim on their behalf at any time before their eighteenth birthday. After the child has turned eighteen they can choose to pursue a claim themselves before the age of twenty-one.
How much will it cost to make a claim through Corries?
Corries Solicitors handle pedestrian accidents on a No Win, No Fee basis, meaning that you do not pay anything if your claim is unsuccessful.
Our friendly experts are here to help you through the claims process
For a free consultation call Corries Solicitors at 01904 527430 or contact us online
Why choose us?
We are one of the UK's leading claims solicitors with over 25 years of experience. We have helped thousands of people claim over £300 million in compensation.
Call us today, we are open, straightforward and easy to talk to - FREEPHONE 01904 527430 - YOU CAN COUNT ON CORRIES!
- Free review of your case
- No Win No Fee guaranteed
- You won't pay a penny out of your own pocket
- No hidden costs
- No financial risk if you are unsuccessful
- We recover the maximum amount possible
- Call us today, we are open, straightforward and easy to talk to - FREEPHONE 01904 527430
Free Consultation
Home Visits | No Win - No Fee
"You Can Count On Corries"
Request Callback
Yorks Leading Personal Injury Lawyers
Helping the people of York and surrounding areas for over 25 years.
Over £300 Million Recovered In Compensation
£28,000 - Asbestos Claim
Gloria Langton, Thirsk.
“I don’t think I could have coped without you and your professionalism especially on the day of the final inquest which was particularly harrowing for me. Your kindness and patience towards my father, whilst he was ill, was also very much appreciated. I have and will continue to recommend you to friends, colleagues and family for your services."
£11,240 - Road Accident Claim
Mr Cawthon, Copmanthorpe.
“I thank you most sincerely for all the effort you put in on my behalf. I hope your employers are proud of the fact you work so efficiently and to such high standards.”
£19,000 - Pension Claim
Ms Meakin
“I am very happy that this claim is now finally settled and thank you so much for the service you provided. It was exemplary. And you have been most patient with my numerous phone calls.”
£130,000 - Asbestos Claim
June Abbott, York.
“Thank you for handling Peters claim and getting settlement.”
£19,000 - Work Accident Claim
Kevin Ashton, Huntington.
“Thank you for the cheque for £19,000 in settlement of my claim. Fingers crossed there will not be any further accidents; however I would like to thank you for the professional manner in which you dealt with my accident claim. The most important part of a solicitor's job is communication and I must thank you for the way you kept me updated on what was going on.”
Industrial Disease Claim
Ian Lawson.
“Just to update you. The cheque has arrived. Many thanks for all the hard work you put in to bring things to a positive conclusion. It was refreshingly straight forward and easy to work with you during a challenging time for us all. Thanks for your empathy, help and support.”
Asbestos Claim
Sue & Roy.
"I have to say the service provided by you was excellent, being able to keep in contact and have that professional support is not something we often see and from my experience not a service provided by all solicitors. The last 12 months have been difficult but having your support has made the journey easier. Please pass on our thanks to Howard."
Road Accident Claim
Lori & James.
"Thanks to you and your staff for all your work and time you have given our case. Thank you for your service and I would recommend your company to anyone who asked."
Pension Claim
Graeme.
"Thanks again for all your efforts and I am sure you will realise from my reaction how happy my family are with this fantastic outcome. Your service has been fantastic from start to finish"
Stay up to date
Join Our Newsletter
Thanks for subscribing! Please check your email for further instructions.
Corries Solicitors Ltd
Melroses Yard
Walmgate
York
North Yorkshire
YO1 9XF
About Corries
Quick Links
Corries Solicitors Ltd, Melroses Yard, Walmgate, York, YO1 9XF. Registered number: 5517012. Corries Solicitors Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number: 424101.