Pedestrian Accidents

Cheyenne Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Over 175 Years of Combined Experience. Multi-Million-Dollar Results.

Pedestrians have no protection when a driver isn’t paying attention, runs a light, or fails to yield. The injuries are often catastrophic. The legal process that follows can be just as overwhelming. At Bailey | Stock | Harmon | Cottam | Lopez LLP, our Cheyenne pedestrian accident attorneys have spent decades helping injured pedestrians and their families hold negligent drivers accountable. We offer free in-person and virtual consultations, and we’re ready to put our experience to work for you.

What Causes Most Pedestrian Accidents?

Common causes of pedestrian accidents include:

Speeding
Running traffic signals
Failing to yield the right of way
Inattentive or distracted driving

Wyoming Laws That Affect Your Pedestrian Accident Claim

Wyoming follows a modified comparative negligence rule under Wyoming Statutes section 1-1-109. An injured pedestrian can recover compensation as long as their share of fault is 50% or less, with the total award reduced in proportion to their percentage of fault. If a court finds a pedestrian more than 50% at fault, they can’t recover anything. Insurance companies frequently try to assign a portion of fault to the pedestrian to shrink or eliminate their payout. That’s exactly why having an experienced attorney on your side matters from the start.

Wyoming law also requires all drivers to yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks and to exercise due care to avoid collisions. When a driver fails that duty, they may be held liable for the resulting injuries.

Deadlines apply to both types of claims. Personal injury claims in Wyoming must be filed within four years of the date of injury under Wyoming Statutes section 1-3-105. If a pedestrian accident results in death, surviving family members have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim under Wyoming Statutes section 1-38-102. Missing either deadline typically forfeits the right to recover, so acting promptly protects your options.

Don’t wait to protect your rights. Call (307) 222-4932 or contact our team online to discuss your case with our pedestrian accident lawyers in Cheyenne.

Severe Injuries Pedestrian Accident Victims Face

Because pedestrians have no physical protection, the injuries they sustain are often far more serious than those suffered in vehicle-to-vehicle collisions. The damage can be life-altering, and the financial consequences can follow for years.

Pedestrian accidents can result in a wide variety of injuries, including:

Internal injuries
Disfigurement
Sprained or torn ligaments
Fractures and broken bones
Limb loss and traumatic amputation
Neck and back injuries
Contusions, lacerations, and abrasions
Spinal cord injury
Traumatic brain injury

Compensation Available to Pedestrian Accident Victims in Wyoming

A pedestrian accident claim can produce two broad categories of damages. Economic damages cover losses with a calculable dollar value: emergency and ongoing medical care, surgery, rehabilitation, lost wages during recovery, reduced future earning capacity, and property damage. Non-economic damages address harms that don’t come with a receipt: pain and suffering, emotional distress, disfigurement, and loss of consortium.

When a pedestrian accident results in death, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim. Recoverable losses in those cases include funeral and burial expenses, the financial support the victim would have provided, and compensation for the family’s emotional suffering.

Settlement amounts vary widely based on injury severity, how clearly liability can be established, and the full scope of documented losses. One important caution: accepting an early insurance settlement closes the claim permanently, even if future medical costs tied to the injury emerge later. We can assess the complete value of your claim before you agree to anything.

Why Injured Pedestrians Choose Our Firm

Our attorneys at Bailey | Stock | Harmon | Cottam | Lopez LLP have helped injured pedestrians and their families hold negligent parties accountable throughout Cheyenne and Laramie County. With over 175 years of combined legal experience, a record of multi-million-dollar verdicts, and appellate experience before the Wyoming Supreme Court and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, we bring a depth of litigation capability based on experience handling complex cases in Wyoming.

Ready to talk? Contact our firm online or call us at (307) 222-4932 for a free, confidential consultation with our Cheyenne pedestrian accident lawyers.

Pedestrian Accident FAQs

Q. How much is my pedestrian accident claim worth? Every claim is different, and no honest attorney will quote a number without reviewing the details of your case. That said, the factors that most directly shape settlement value include your medical expenses, lost wages, the severity of your injuries, and the pain and suffering you’ve endured. Contact our team for a free consultation, and we can help you understand what your claim may be worth.

Q. Where do most pedestrian accidents occur? According to the National Safety Council, most pedestrian accidents occur in urban settings, on open roads, and at intersections. Most fatal accidents happen at night.

Q. What should I do immediately after a pedestrian accident? Seek medical attention right away, even if you don’t feel seriously hurt. Call the police so an official report is generated. If you’re physically able, photograph the scene and any involved vehicles, and collect contact information from the driver and any witnesses. Avoid speaking with insurance adjusters before consulting an attorney. What you say early in the process can affect your claim.

Q. Can family members file a claim if a loved one was killed in a pedestrian accident? Yes. When a pedestrian accident results in death, surviving family members may file a wrongful death claim in Wyoming. Recoverable losses can include funeral and burial costs, lost financial support, and compensation for emotional suffering. The filing deadline is two years from the date of death, so it’s important to contact an attorney promptly.

Q. Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault? Possibly. Under Wyoming’s modified comparative negligence rule, you can still recover as long as your share of fault doesn’t exceed 50%. Your total award is reduced by your fault percentage, but you aren’t automatically barred from recovery. Insurance companies often try to inflate a pedestrian’s fault percentage to reduce what they owe. We can review the facts and challenge those assignments on your behalf.

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