What is a pedestrian accident?
A pedestrian accident is an accident that involves a pedestrian and a motor vehicle – whether it’s a car, truck, train, tram, bus or motorcycle. Generally, it includes any accident involving someone on foot against another force.
Pedestrian accident injuries vary from minor to severe and typically include broken bones, head, back and spinal injuries, loss of limbs, and other catastrophic injuries. If you (or a loved one) have been injured in a pedestrian accident, it’s crucial that you seek legal help as soon as possible so that you can focus on recovery and receive the best possible outcome for your compensation claim.
How much compensation can you get for a pedestrian accident claim?
The compensation you may be entitled to when making a pedestrian accident claim depends on your circumstances, such as the extent of your injuries, financial losses, and the state where the accident occurred. Typically, you may be entitled to claim compensation for the following:
- Medical treatment and care expenses
- Loss of income and earnings, now and in the future
- Physical and psychological suffering
- A lump sum payment for total and permanent disablement
- Death benefits and funeral expenses in the event of a fatal pedestrian accident, where a close relative is making a pedestrian accident compensation claim
If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident, contact our experienced team at LHD Lawyers today. Our specialist pedestrian accident lawyers are here to help you understand your rights and entitlements, guide you through the claims process, and obtain the compensation you deserve.
How long does a pedestrian accident claim take to settle?
Typically, pedestrian accident claims take between 1 to 2 years to settle, but they can be quicker or take longer depending on the nature of your claim and your individual circumstances.
If you’d like to make a pedestrian accident claim, contact us today or use our free online claim checker to let us know what happened. Our experienced team of lawyers will be able to assess your claim and give you a rough estimate of how long it may take to receive compensation.
Meet our Team of Pedestrian Accident Claim Lawyers
Tanya To
Special Counsel
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Works across NSW, TAS
Marko Eric
Partner *
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Works across VIC
Philip Scroope
Special Counsel
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Works across NSW
What happens after your free claim check
Once you’ve completed your free claim check, we’ll arrange a call to talk through your accident with you and wether we think you have a claim. If you decide to move forward, we’ll guide you through each step – from gathering the right information to dealing with insurers and progressing your claim.
A call with our team.
It starts with a conversation where we take the time to understand what’s happened and how it’s affected you, then help you understand where you stand and what your options are.
What to prepare
You don’t need to have everything, but if you have details about the incident, medical treatment, insurance or superannuation, it can help us get started. We can guide you on anything else needed.
How fees work
There’s no upfront cost to get advice, and if we take on your claim, it’s on a no win, no fee basis, meaning you don’t pay our legal fees unless your claim is successful.
Why Clients Choose LHD Lawyers
Choosing a lawyer is about more than legal outcomes — it’s about feeling safe, informed, and genuinely supported throughout a process that can be long and uncertain.
No upfront costs
We operate on a no win, no fee basis, so you can pursue your claim without any financial risk. You only pay if we win.
You’re not just a case
We take time to understand you as a person, what happened, and how the injury has affected your life. No case is too big or too small.
Real people. Real results.
With 35 years of experience and a 99% win rate, we have helped thousands of Australians secure compensation that made a real difference.
Support that fits around you
We work around you, whether that is in person, by phone or by video. If you cannot travel, we can come to you at home or in hospital.
Complex cases, handled properly
Not every claim is simple, and we do not treat it as if it is. Our team has the experience and depth to handle complex and serious matters.
National strength. Personal approach
We operate nationally, bringing specialist expertise to every client. Your case is always handled by local lawyers who know your state.