Pedestrian Accident Claims
If you've been injured while walking in London, we could help you start a pedestrian accident claim for compensation to cover your suffering.
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If you’ve been injured while walking in London, we could help you start a pedestrian accident claim for compensation to cover your suffering.
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If you’ve been involved in an accident whilst walking in London you may be wondering where to turn for help with pedestrian accident claims. Navigating the claims process can feel overwhelming especially when you’re already dealing with the impact of your injuries. That’s where our firm of experienced solicitors steps in to guide you through every stage and help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
Our team understands the challenges you face after a pedestrian accident, and we’re here to make the process as straightforward as possible. Whether you’re unsure about your rights or need support gathering evidence we’re ready to fight your corner.
Keep reading to find out how we can support your claim or if you’d like to speak with us now call 020 7362 2087, chat online, or Contact us to discuss your situation.
What Are Pedestrian Accident Compensation Claims?
Pedestrian accident compensation claims cover cases where people hit by a vehicle suffer injury and seek financial redress. You can claim compensation if another party, such as a driver or cyclist, caused your injury through actions like speeding on Oxford Street or ignoring a red light outside University College Hospital. London’s busy roads and crossings have seen hundreds of pedestrian claims reported annually, with accidents often requiring extended recovery.
To start a claim, you must meet certain criteria:
Evidence that another party was at least partly at fault
Medical proof of your injuries, such as records from University College Hospital
The accident occurred within the last three years according to London’s local authority guidance
Our No Win No Fee solicitors can help you:
Gather witness statements and CCTV footage from locations like Westminster or Camden
Liaise with insurance providers and local councils to establish liability
Clearly present your injuries and related losses, referencing NHS diagnoses or treatments
For support managing your pedestrian accident claim in London, contact our team and discover how one of our expert solicitors can assist you from start to finish.
Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
ommon causes of pedestrian accidents in London frequently involve road user negligence. Many crashes happen because a driver fails to look properly at busy crossings like Regent Street or near major stations such as Waterloo. Distraction due to mobile phone use or satnavs also creates risks, especially in crowded areas with heavy footfall. Speeding and reckless driving, including late braking at traffic lights, increase the likelihood of collisions on roads such as the Embankment.
Other factors linked to drivers include:
Failing to stop at zebra crossings, often seen near schools or shopping centres
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Passing stop signs without coming to a full halt
Bus drivers pulling into stops too close to the kerb, risking impacts from wing mirrors
If you’ve been injured in an accident on a London street and suspect negligence played a part, you may have grounds to seek compensation for your suffering.
To check if one of our specialist solicitors could help you to claim, please feel free to call our advice centre today.
The Legal Basis for Pedestrian Accident Claims
Pedestrian accident claims in London rest on strict legal requirements. Understanding when you can claim compensation and how a no win no fee solicitor supports you helps secure your best chance for success.
Establishing Liability
Establishing liability requires proof that another party’s negligence caused your accident. For London claims, liability is based on:
A road user (the defendant), breached their duty of care towards you; and
That breach caused an accident; and
Your injuries were caused directly from that accident.
Even if you were partially responsible for the accident, you could still be entitled to claim on a split-liability basis. This could result in less compensation, but your claim might still remain valid.
Disputed liability is common, so our solicitors will always try to gather eyewitness statements, link medical reports from local hospitals and secure available CCTV footage to support your case.
Key Legislation and Regulations
Key regulations for pedestrian accident claims in London include the Highway Code, the Road Traffic Act 1988. Recent Highway Code changes in 2022 place extra responsibilities on drivers to protect vulnerable road users including pedestrians. These rules apply in all London boroughs, both in busy areas like Camden High Street and quieter residential roads.
If you’d like one of our solicitors to manage your pedestrian accident claim, please call today. We’ll assess your case for free, advise you of your options and let you know if you have a reasonable chance of being compensated.
How The Claims Process Works
Understanding the steps in making a pedestrian accident claim helps you feel more confident when seeking compensation. Each stage matters, especially when navigating busy locations like Oxford Street or crossing near London Bridge. Here’s what happens during the process and how you can improve your chance of a successful outcome.
Gathering Evidence and Documentation
Strong evidence is essential for a pedestrian accident claim in London. Collect medical records from hospitals such as St Thomas’ Hospital, take photographs of the accident scene, and obtain CCTV footage from nearby businesses or TfL cameras. Witness details from bystanders on the scene, alongside a police report from the Metropolitan Police, add further support. Maintain a diary describing your injuries and how daily life has been affected. If you’re unsure what documents to gather or how to access local authority footage, our solicitors can do this for you.
Do you need help compiling evidence for your pedestrian accident claim? Reach out and let one of our experienced No Win No Fee solicitors guide you through every step.
How Long Do I Have To Claim for a Slip, Trip or Fall
You generally have three years to make a claim after a pedestrian accident in London, counting from the incident date or from when you first became aware of your injury. This time limit is set by the Limitation Act 1980
For children, the timeframe begins on their 18th birthday. However, before then, parents or responsible adults can claim at any time.
Fast action means evidence stays fresh—CCTV recordings on the Underground or at Westminster might only be kept for a short period. Our solicitors track the key deadlines and handle the legal formalities to keep your claim on time.
If you’d like to ensure that your pedestrian accident claim is filed on time, please get in touch today. If your case is accepted, your solicitor will start working on your case right away and they’ll ensure all paperwork is filed within the mandatory timeframes.
What Does Pedestrian Injury Compensation Cover?
Compensation for pedestrians injured in London depends on several key criteria linked to your injuries and circumstances. Lawyers use specific factors to calculate how much you could claim after incidents near locations like King’s Cross Station or within workplaces managed by London Borough councils.
Injury Severity and Impact
Compensation reflects the seriousness of your injury and how it’s changed your daily life. Injuries often include broken bones, head trauma or sprains, sustained in places like supermarket aisles or tube stations. Solicitors consider medical records from facilities such as St Thomas’ Hospital and assess:
The extent and permanence of pain or disability
Time needed for recovery and possible future treatments
Effects on your ability to work or enjoy activities
General and Special Damages
Slip or fall compensation splits into two categories: general and special damages. General damages cover pain, suffering and loss of enjoyment, assessed by guidelines such as the Judicial College Guidelines. Special damages reimburse you for specific financial impacts:
Lost income or overtime
Medical costs, travel to appointments, mobility aids
Home care or required adaptations after injury
Personal property damage
To find out how much compensation you might be entitled to claim, please get in touch today. If one of our solicitors offers to represent you, they’ll assess the impact of your injuries before explaining the settlement amount they’ll request on your behalf.
Can I Use A No Win No Fee Solicitor To Claim?
You can use a No Win No Fee solicitor to claim compensation for a pedestrian accident in London, whether your incident happened on Oxford Street, outside King’s College Hospital or near Camden Town. Under a No Win No Fee agreement, sometimes called a Conditional Fee Agreement, you won’t pay any upfront legal fees. If your claim’s unsuccessful, you won’t pay your solicitor’s costs, provided you keep to the terms of your agreement.
No Win No Fee solicitors help you by:
Assessing your eligibility for compensation based on the circumstances and evidence.
Gathering evidence from CCTV footage, witness statements, police reports or medical records from hospitals across London, such as St Mary’s in Paddington.
Handling contact with insurers, local authorities and other parties involved.
Explaining legal terminology and time limits.
If your claim succeeds, deductions are made from your compensation award:
A success fee for your solicitor.
Costs for legal protection insurance if required.
Any shortfall not covered by the other party.
You keep the majority of your compensation, with no upfront or hidden costs.
If you’d like more information on how No Win No Fee pedestrian accident compensation claims work, please call today.
Start Your Claim For A Slip, Trip or Fall Today
Start Your Claim For A Slip, Trip or Fall Today
If you’ve been injured as a pedestrian in London it’s important to act quickly to protect your rights. Taking that first step towards a claim can feel daunting, but you’re not alone—expert support is available to guide you through every stage..
For more on how we can help with pedestrian accident claims, please call 020 7362 2087, chat online, or Contact us online.
Don’t let uncertainty or deadlines stand in your way. Reach out for professional advice and get the help you need to secure the compensation you deserve. We provide free legal advice and a no-obligation assessment of your case no matter what you decide to do next.
