Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Jackson, MS

A pedestrian has no protection against a moving vehicle. No seatbelt, no airbag, no steel frame. When a car, truck, or SUV strikes a person on foot, the injuries are almost always severe — and often life-changing.

If you or a family member was hit by a vehicle while walking, crossing the street, or standing on a sidewalk in Jackson, you may be entitled to significant compensation. But insurance companies will try to blame the pedestrian. They will argue you were jaywalking, distracted, or in a place you should not have been.

Martin & Martin, PA represents pedestrian accident victims in Jackson. We build evidence-driven cases that hold negligent drivers accountable and push back against the blame-the-victim playbook.

Distracted Driving

A driver looking at a phone, adjusting the radio, or talking to a passenger may not see a pedestrian in a crosswalk or at an intersection until it is too late.

Failure to Yield

Drivers are required to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections. Many do not — especially when making turns. Right-turn-on-red collisions are a frequent cause of pedestrian injuries.

Speeding

Speed kills. A pedestrian struck by a car traveling 20 miles per hour has a far better chance of surviving than one struck at 40 miles per hour. The physics are brutal and unforgiving.

Impaired Driving

Drunk or drugged drivers have slower reaction times and impaired judgment. Nighttime pedestrian accidents frequently involve impaired drivers.

Backing-Up Accidents

Parking lots, driveways, and loading zones are common sites for pedestrian accidents caused by drivers who fail to check behind them before reversing.

Poor Infrastructure

Missing crosswalks, absent sidewalks, broken traffic signals, and inadequate lighting create dangerous conditions for pedestrians. In some cases, the municipality or government entity responsible for road design may share liability.

Because pedestrians absorb the full force of a vehicle impact, the injuries tend to be severe.

Traumatic Brain Injuries

Pedestrians often strike their head on the vehicle, the pavement, or both. Brain injuries range from concussions to permanent cognitive impairment.

Spinal Cord Injuries

The force of being struck by a vehicle can damage the spinal cord, potentially causing partial or complete paralysis.

Broken Bones

Leg fractures, pelvic fractures, and rib fractures are among the most common pedestrian accident injuries. Many require surgical repair and extended rehabilitation.

Internal Injuries

Organ damage and internal bleeding can be life-threatening and may not be immediately apparent after the accident.

Soft Tissue Injuries

Torn ligaments, tendons, and muscles can cause chronic pain and limited mobility that lasts long after the visible injuries heal.

Fatal Injuries

Pedestrian accidents have a high fatality rate compared to other types of collisions. When a pedestrian is killed, the family may pursue a wrongful death claim.

Insurance companies routinely try to shift blame to the pedestrian. Our job is to prove what the driver did wrong.

Evidence We Gather

• Traffic camera and surveillance footage — Video evidence showing the driver's actions before, during, and after the collision.
• Police reports — The responding officer's account, including any traffic citations issued to the driver.
• Witness statements — People who saw the accident and can confirm the pedestrian had the right of way or the driver was behaving dangerously.
• Vehicle data — Some vehicles record speed, braking, and steering data that can be retrieved after an accident.
• Cell phone records — If the driver was texting or on a call at the time of the accident, phone records can prove distraction.
• Accident reconstruction — Expert analysis that recreates the collision to demonstrate fault.

Comparative Negligence

Mississippi follows pure comparative negligence. Even if the insurance company argues you were partly at fault — for jaywalking or crossing against a signal — you can still recover compensation. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you are not barred from recovery.

Pedestrian accident injuries often require extensive medical treatment and long recovery periods. The compensation you pursue should reflect the full scope of harm.

Economic Damages

• Emergency medical care, surgeries, and hospital stays
• Ongoing medical treatment, physical therapy, and rehabilitation
• Assistive devices (wheelchairs, prosthetics, home modifications)
• Lost wages during recovery
• Loss of future earning capacity

Non-Economic Damages

• Physical pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma and mental health treatment
• Permanent disability or disfigurement
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium

Wrongful Death Damages

If a pedestrian accident was fatal, the family may recover compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and other damages through a wrongful death claim.

Step 1: Get Medical Attention

Your health comes first. Even if your injuries seem minor, see a doctor immediately. Some injuries do not show symptoms right away.

Step 2: Free Consultation

Contact Martin & Martin, PA to discuss your case. We evaluate the facts, explain your options, and answer your questions at no cost.

Step 3: Investigation

We gather evidence, obtain the police report, secure video footage, and consult with experts to build your case.

Step 4: Medical Recovery

You focus on treatment and healing. We track your medical progress and expenses to determine the full value of your claim.

Step 5: Demand and Negotiation

We present a comprehensive demand to the insurance company and negotiate for a fair settlement.

Step 6: Litigation (If Needed)

If the insurer refuses to pay what your case is worth, we file a lawsuit and prepare for trial.

Pedestrian cases require a firm that will not let the insurance company blame the victim. Martin & Martin, PA fights that narrative with evidence, expertise, and persistence.

We take these cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and owe nothing unless we win. We handle everything — the investigation, the insurance company, and the courtroom if it comes to that.

We are a Mississippi firm that knows Jackson. We know the intersections, the trouble spots, and the courts where your case will be heard.

If you were injured as a pedestrian in Jackson, these resources may help:

• Community resources and support in Jackson

For legal help with a pedestrian accident claim, contact Martin & Martin, PA for a free consultation.