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WASHINGTON, D.C. PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT LAWYER

Pedestrians struck at D.C. crosswalks and intersections face broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and overwhelming medical bills. The pedestrian accident attorneys at Morgan & Morgan hold negligent drivers accountable and fight for recovery.

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. The attorney featured above is licensed in Florida. For a full list of attorneys in your state please visit our attorney page.

    Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Washington, DC

    A recent study published on the Washington DC Metropolitan Police website revealed that the District recorded at least 35 pedestrian accident deaths in 2022. The study also showed that from 2020 to 2022, there were at least 112 pedestrian accident deaths in DC.

    These figures highlight how risky taking a walk in the District can sometimes be. Even worse, most of these accidents occur due to negligence, mostly on the part of the driver. If you or a loved one is a pedestrian accident victim in DC, you may be able to hold the at-fault party accountable for your injuries and losses.

    If you win your claim (or lawsuit), you may be able to recover applicable damages. That said, such cases are not usually that easy to win despite seeming pretty straightforward on paper. Unfortunately, that’s not how the law works.

    You, as the plaintiff, must prove that you were injured due to the other party’s negligence or recklessness on the road. This aspect alone can be challenging to navigate, not forgetting the strict deadlines often attached to these cases. Even if you have a solid case, a missed deadline could be all it takes to deny you the right to pursue the compensation you need and deserve.

    Do not let that happen to you. Contact Morgan and Morgan, America’s largest and most powerful injury firm, today for a free case evaluation. We may be able to assign an experienced Washington D.C. pedestrian accident attorney to your case.

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    After a deliberation with the insurance company I received Great service after all is said and done Caleb Riggins handled my case with care and professionalism. At the end of the day, Morgan & Morgan stood with me and got me as much as they could in return for being hit off my bike in DC streets.
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    After an accident in February 2025, and after another law firm kept me waiting, I contacted Morgan and Morgan. They were professional, caring, sincere and told me everything I needed to know, and asked me whatever they needed. At this time they are still diligently working on my case to bring about a GREAT outcome!
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    FAQ
    • How Can a Morgan and Morgan Lawyer Help?

      Suppose we find out your case is valid, and you have grounds for pursuing compensation. In that case, our attorneys will help gather crucial evidence to establish and prove liability, assess the value of your claim, file the claim with the responsible party, and negotiate a favorable settlement.

    • What If Negotiations Fail?

      That’s not an uncommon scenario. The good news is that we’re always prepared to take the battle in court if the other party refuses to settle. And because we have access to powerful legal resources, we’re never afraid to face any defendant, no matter their size, in court.

    • What Will It Take to Have a Morgan and Morgan Lawyer Represent Me?

      All you need is a viable claim. You don’t need any upfront payments since we only get paid if we win. And if we win, only a small portion of the settlement or verdict will go into settling attorney fees and other legal costs involved.

    • What Damages Can I Recover If I Win?

      For starters, each case is unique. But typically, in such cases, plaintiffs can recover medical expenses, lost wages, and also compensation for things like pain and suffering, emotional distress, and the loss of enjoyment of life.
       
      If a pedestrian died in the accident, the survivors may be able to claim loss of financial support, funeral and burial expenses, and even medical costs (if the deceased succumbed to their injuries while receiving treatment).

       

    • There’s Only One Morgan and Morgan

      Any personal injury firm can handle a pedestrian accident case in DC. But it takes a big injury firm like Morgan and Morgan to maximize your claim. Contact us today for a free case evaluation. One of our experienced Washington DC, pedestrian accident attorneys may be able to represent you. 

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    Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.