Madisonville Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
When Drivers Hurt Pedestrians, We Hold Them Accountable.
Pedestrians have the same right to safety as anyone else using Kentucky’s streets and roads. But all too often, motorists fail to see or respect people on foot—leading to tragic and entirely preventable injuries. Whether you’re crossing at a crosswalk, walking along a shoulder, or simply trying to navigate a parking lot, a careless driver can upend your life in seconds.
At Whitfield Crosby & Flynn, our Madisonville pedestrian accident lawyers represent people who’ve been seriously injured or lost loved ones in pedestrian accidents on city streets and rural roads. We are trial lawyers, not settlement mills. If an insurance company won’t pay what your case is worth, we’re fully prepared to take your case to court and fight for every dollar you deserve.
Why Pedestrian Accidents Are So Dangerous
Unlike drivers and passengers, pedestrians have no protection in a collision. When a vehicle strikes a person, the human body absorbs the full force of the impact. That force can throw a pedestrian dozens of feet, crush limbs, or cause immediate and catastrophic head trauma. Even a low-speed impact can lead to serious consequences.
Common injuries in pedestrian accidents include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, pelvic fractures, broken legs and arms, internal bleeding, and facial or dental trauma. Victims may require emergency surgery, intensive care, long-term rehabilitation, and assistive devices to regain even basic mobility. Many never fully recover.
For families who lose someone in a fatal pedestrian crash, the devastation goes beyond grief. They face funeral expenses, lost income, and the emotional and financial toll of losing a spouse, parent, or child. We pursue wrongful death claims in such cases to hold negligent drivers accountable and help families obtain the justice and compensation they deserve.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Madisonville
Most pedestrian crashes stem from driver negligence. Whether the driver is distracted, impatient, or simply not paying attention, a moment of carelessness can change a life forever. Some of the most common scenarios we see include:
- A driver fails to yield at a marked crosswalk
- A vehicle turns at an intersection without checking for pedestrians
- A driver speeds through a residential or school zone
- A distracted driver looks down at their phone and drifts onto the shoulder
- A car pulls out of a driveway, alley, or parking lot without checking for foot traffic
- A driver runs a red light or stop sign and strikes someone crossing legally
In many cases, these accidents happen in broad daylight and at locations where pedestrian activity is expected. Drivers are simply not watching for people on foot, even when the law requires them to yield.
Kentucky Laws Protecting Pedestrians
Under Kentucky law, pedestrians have the right-of-way in many situations. For example, KRS 189.570 outlines rules requiring drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections. Even when a pedestrian is crossing outside of a marked crosswalk, drivers still have a duty to operate their vehicles with reasonable care and avoid foreseeable harm.
Importantly, pedestrians are not “automatically” at fault just because they were outside a crosswalk. Kentucky’s pure comparative negligence rule allows injured pedestrians to recover compensation even if they were partially responsible for the crash. Their damages are simply reduced by their percentage of fault. For example, if a pedestrian is found to be 10% at fault and suffers $100,000 in damages, they can still recover $90,000.
Insurance companies love to take advantage of this rule. They may try to shift all or most of the blame to the pedestrian—arguing they were wearing dark clothing, crossing too slowly, or looking at their phone. That’s where we come in. Our firm investigates every detail of the accident, gathers witness statements and camera footage, and works with experts to establish the driver’s liability.
Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents
Tragically, many pedestrian crashes involve hit-and-run drivers who flee the scene without stopping to help or identify themselves. Kentucky law requires drivers involved in a crash to stop and render aid, but not all motorists comply, and hit-and-run crashes are actually on the rise in recent years. In hit-and-run cases, we pursue all available avenues of recovery, including:
- Identifying the at-fault driver through surveillance footage, eyewitnesses, and police investigation
- Filing a claim through the pedestrian’s uninsured motorist (UM) coverage
- Pursuing compensation through crime victim restitution or other applicable funds
We understand how overwhelming these situations can be. You don’t need to face them alone. Our firm is experienced in complex personal injury litigation and will work tirelessly to hold all responsible parties accountable.
Proving Liability and Building a Strong Case
To succeed in a pedestrian injury case, you need more than a story—you need evidence. That’s why it’s critical to contact an attorney as soon as possible. Our firm acts quickly to gather and preserve essential evidence, such as traffic camera or dashcam footage, police crash reports, physical evidence from the scene, witness statements, and medical records that document the severity of injuries.
We also work with accident reconstruction experts and medical professionals who can explain how the crash occurred and how your injuries will affect your life going forward. This level of preparation not only strengthens your case for trial—it can also push the insurance company to offer a fair settlement.
Compensation for Pedestrian Accident Victims in Madisonville
If you’ve been hit by a car while walking, you may be entitled to significant compensation for your injuries. Our attorneys pursue the full range of damages available under Kentucky law, including past and future medical expenses, lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life, permanent disability or disfigurement, and more.
In the event of a fatal pedestrian accident, eligible family members may seek wrongful death damages, including funeral and burial costs, lost financial support, and the value of lost companionship and guidance.
Trial Lawyers Who Stand Up for Pedestrians
Insurance companies know which law firms are willing to go to trial—and which ones aren’t. At Whitfield Crosby & Flynn, we’ve earned a reputation for taking tough cases to court and getting results. That reputation gives us leverage at the negotiating table and strength in the courtroom.
We represent injured pedestrians and grieving families with compassion, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice. You don’t pay us anything upfront. We only get paid if we win your case.
Contact Our Madisonville Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one was hit by a car in Madisonville, don’t wait to take action. The sooner you involve a lawyer, the better your chances of preserving evidence, protecting your rights, and maximizing your recovery. At Whitfield Crosby & Flynn, we offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis. Let us fight for the compensation you deserve.
Call today to speak with an experienced and dedicated Madisonville pedestrian accident attorney.