Peoria Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

What Our Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Do for You

Our job is to lift the legal and financial pressure off your shoulders so you can focus on healing. Pedestrian accidents often involve severe injuries and disputed liability. We take control of the legal process from the beginning.

We assist by:

• Protecting your rights and preserving evidence
• Investigating the crash and identifying all responsible parties
• Gathering medical documentation and calculating losses
• Negotiating with insurers from a position of strength
• Preparing the case for trial when necessary
• Providing clear communication and guidance throughout the process

Pedestrian accidents require careful analysis of right of way, driver conduct, lighting, weather, roadway design and speed. We handle all of it so you can focus on healing.

Why Choose Strong Law Offices for Pedestrian Accident Cases in Peoria?

Pedestrian cases are often undervalued by insurers. They assume victims will settle quickly or accept blame. Our firm takes a different approach. When Strong Law Offices is involved, insurers understand that stalling or downplaying injuries will not work.

Clients choose us because we bring:

• Local knowledge of Peoria traffic patterns
• Decades of focused experience in injury litigation
• Trial readiness from the start of the case
• Direct communication and fast responses
• A contingency fee structure with no upfront costs

We have represented clients injured near the Riverfront District, downtown Peoria, Bradley University, War Memorial Drive, Knoxville Avenue, and high-traffic intersections throughout Peoria County. We understand the hazards pedestrians face in these areas, and we know how to push back when insurers try to shift responsibility.

Common Types of Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle

Crosswalk and Intersection Collisions

Drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians often try to deny responsibility. We examine traffic signals, signage, vehicle speed, witness statements and available camera footage to establish fault in crosswalk accidents.

Mid-Block or Side-of-Road Strikes

Vehicles turning from driveways, pulling out of parking lots, or making sudden movements create significant danger. These cases require careful reconstruction of driver behavior and pedestrian position to determine fault.

Hit and Run and Uninsured Motorist Claims

You still have options even when the driver cannot be located or has no insurance. We pursue uninsured motorist coverage and available investigative leads.

Commercial Vehicle and Truck Pedestrian Accidents

Crashes involving delivery trucks, buses, or commercial vehicles involve additional layers of responsibility. We examine driver logs, training records, maintenance history and corporate practices.

Low Visibility and Poor Weather Collisions

Dark conditions, rain, snow and glare can affect driver reaction time. We evaluate lighting, road design, speed and environmental conditions to build liability.

Cases Involving Children or Elderly Pedestrians

Special rules and higher standards of care may apply. We handle these cases with the attention and thoroughness they require.

How Much Is My Pedestrian Accident Case Worth?

Understanding Damages

A pedestrian accident affects every part of your life. Illinois law allows injured pedestrians to pursue financial recovery for both immediate and long term losses. Our team identifies every category of damage supported by the evidence, so your case reflects the full impact of the crash.

Economic Damages

These include medical bills, surgeries, therapy, medication, transportation for treatment, lost wages, reduced work hours, missed promotions, business losses and diminished earning capacity. We work with financial and vocational professionals when needed to calculate future losses.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic losses address the human impact of the collision. This includes physical pain, emotional distress, anxiety, mobility limitations, lifestyle changes and loss of enjoyment of life. We document these effects through medical records, journals, witness accounts and expert evaluations.

Punitive Damages

If the driver acted with reckless disregard, such as driving intoxicated or at excessive speed, Illinois law may permit punitive damages. These damages are intended to punish serious misconduct.

Long Term Financial Impact

Some injuries require lifelong care. We examine future medical treatment, assistive equipment, modifications to home or vehicle, caregiving needs and ongoing work limitations. Our goal is to account for the entire financial impact, not just the first weeks after the crash.

How Our Attorneys Build a Strong Case

Immediate Investigation

We gather scene photos, surveillance video, vehicle data, police reports, weather information and witness statements. Early investigation prevents important evidence from disappearing.

Medical Documentation

Accurate medical records strengthen your claim. We coordinate with your providers, track your treatment and ensure your injuries are clearly connected to the crash.

Expert Witness Support

We utilize accident reconstruction experts, medical specialists, economists and vocational professionals when needed. These experts strengthen the technical foundation of your case.

Negotiation and Litigation

We negotiate from a position backed by evidence and trial readiness. If the insurance company refuses to act reasonably, we file suit and take your case to court.

Ongoing Case Management

We keep you informed, answer your questions and handle all communication. You focus on healing while we manage the legal process.

What to Do in the Days After a Pedestrian Accident in Peoria

In the days following a pedestrian accident, you may be in pain, juggling medical appointments, or simply trying to understand what happened. Many clients feel overwhelmed because the recovery process moves quickly while the insurance process moves slowly. Taking a few practical steps during this time can protect your health and strengthen your case.

1. Prioritize Your Medical Care

Follow-up appointments, imaging, and specialist evaluations are important. Many injuries, including concussions, internal injuries, soft-tissue damage, and nerve pain, do not appear immediately. Consistent medical care creates a clear record that connects your symptoms to the crash and prevents the insurance company from arguing that your injuries are unrelated.

2. Keep Track of Your Symptoms and Daily Limitations

Begin documenting what your recovery looks like. Write down pain levels, mobility difficulties, sleep disruption, emotional stress, and any activities you can no longer do. This type of record becomes powerful evidence when proving how the accident has affected your life.

3. Save Bills, Records, and Work-Related Information

Hold onto hospital bills, therapy invoices, pharmacy receipts, mileage to medical appointments, and proof of lost income. These documents form the financial foundation of your case and help us calculate both short-term and long-term losses.

4. Do Not Discuss the Accident With the Insurance Company Yet

Insurance adjusters often reach out soon after the crash. They may ask for recorded statements or broad medical authorizations. You are not required to provide either of these. Speaking with them too early can hurt your case. Allow Strong Law Offices to handle all communication, so your rights remain protected.

5. Contact Strong Law Offices as Early as You Can

The period immediately following a pedestrian accident is when evidence is most vulnerable to being lost. We act quickly to collect records, speak to witnesses, and secure available video or documentation before it disappears. Early legal guidance also keeps the insurance company from controlling the narrative or pressuring you into a premature settlement.

Why Timing Matters After a Pedestrian Accident

Evidence can disappear quickly. Witnesses forget details. Traffic footage may be erased. Insurance companies may try to shift blame before you understand the extent of your injuries. Early legal involvement strengthens your position and limits the insurer’s ability to control the narrative.

FAQs About Pedestrian Accident Cases in Illinois

How long will my case take?

Many pedestrian accident cases settle in several months. Cases involving severe injuries, disputed liability or complex defendants may take longer.

Can I recover if I was partly at fault?

Yes. Illinois uses a modified comparative negligence system. You can recover financial damages if you were less than 50% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.

What if the driver left the scene?

You may still have options through uninsured motorist coverage or other legal avenues. We investigate all available sources.

Are pedestrian injuries always serious?

Pedestrians have no protection against the force of a vehicle. Even low speed collisions can result in significant injury.

Get Strong Legal Help Today

If you were struck by a vehicle while walking in Peoria or anywhere in Central Illinois, Strong Law Offices is ready to help. Call 309-393-2928 for a free consultation. There are no upfront fees and no financial risk.

Costs and Fees

Contingency Fee Structure

You do not pay upfront. We only get paid when the case is successfully resolved.

The Advantage of a Contingency Arrangement

This structure gives you access to experienced attorneys, expert witnesses and full case preparation without any immediate financial obligation.

Why Contingency Helps Clients

• No upfront fees
• No hourly billing
• We cover case costs until the matter is resolved

Statute of Limitations in Illinois

Illinois generally gives injured pedestrians two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Missing the deadline can end your right to pursue recovery.

Exceptions

• Claims involving minor
• Cases where injuries were not immediately discovered
• Claims against government entities, which often have shorter deadlines

Act Quickly

Waiting benefits the insurance company. Early action protects your rights.