Pedestrian at Crosswalk Accident Insight – Safety Tips

Miami Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for Crosswalk Injuries

  • Always stay alert when crossing the road.
  • Drivers make mistakes. Distractions happen.
  • And in a split second, your right of way won’t matter if you’re the one getting hit.

✅ Make eye contact
✅ Look both ways
✅ Stay off your phone

Being right won’t protect you. Being aware will.


The Crosswalk Isn’t Always Safe

Crosswalks are supposed to protect pedestrians—but far too often, they become the scene of serious injuries or even fatalities. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, Florida ranks among the worst states for pedestrian deaths, with Miami-Dade leading the state in pedestrian-auto collisions.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents:

  • Texting while driving
  • Running red lights or ignoring stop signs
  • Making illegal U-turns
  • Speeding through intersections
  • Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Poor visibility at night
  • Distracted or aggressive cyclists on sidewalks

Whether it’s day or night, pedestrians are often no match for reckless drivers rushing through busy intersections.


Why Pedestrian Injuries Are So Serious

Unlike drivers, pedestrians have no protection in a crash. The injuries can be catastrophic:

  • Head trauma or brain injury
  • Fractured bones
  • Spinal cord damage
  • Internal bleeding
  • Permanent disability or wrongful death

Even a minor-looking injury like a bump to the head could lead to long-term issues if not properly treated. That’s why immediate medical attention is critical.


What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident in Miami

If you or a loved one is struck by a vehicle while walking, follow these important steps:

  1. Call 911 and seek emergency medical help.
  2. Report the accident to police and get an official report.
  3. Document the scene—photos, video, and witness info can help your case.
  4. Look for nearby surveillance cameras that may have captured the incident.
  5. Contact The Perazzo Law Firm for a free legal consultation.

How Our Miami Accident Lawyers Can Help

At The Perazzo Law Firm, we understand how devastating pedestrian accidents can be—physically, emotionally, and financially.

Our team investigates every case in detail to prove driver negligence and fight for maximum compensation, including:

  • Medical expenses (past, present, and future)
  • Physical therapy and rehabilitation
  • Lost income or inability to work
  • Pain and suffering
  • Funeral costs in wrongful death cases

We serve pedestrian accident victims throughout Miami, North Miami Beach, Hialeah, Homestead, and beyond.


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We offer FREE consultations and zero out-of-pocket costs to our clients. You don’t pay unless we win your case.


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Let us help you recover the compensation you deserve after a pedestrian crosswalk accident.

Injured While Crossing the Street? You Have Legal Options.

If you’ve been hit by a car while walking through a crosswalk in Miami, you’re not alone—and you’re not without help. At The Perazzo Law Firm, we represent victims of pedestrian accidents and fight to get them the compensation they deserve.

Miami-Dade and Broward counties are some of the most dangerous places for pedestrians in the country. Between distracted drivers, speeding vehicles, and disregard for traffic laws, pedestrians are at high risk—even when using marked crosswalks and walking with the signal.