Pedestrian Accident Claims – How Much Compensation Can You Claim?

If you’ve been injured as a pedestrian because of somebody else’s negligence, you may be eligible to make a pedestrian accident claim for compensation. This could include being hit by a car, van, motorcycle or cyclist while walking, crossing the road or using a pedestrian crossing.

To begin, we’ll talk through your case in a free, no-obligation consultation. You can ask any questions you have, and we’ll give you honest advice about your chances of success. If your claim looks likely to succeed, we can connect you with one of our experienced personal injury solicitors. You won’t need to pay any legal fees upfront, and you’ll only pay if you’re awarded compensation, as all accepted pedestrian accident claims are handled on a No Win No Fee basis.

To find out if you can claim compensation for a pedestrian accident today, please call us on 0800 6524 881.

Am I Eligible To Make A Pedestrian Accident Claim?

Generally, you may be eligible to make a pedestrian accident claim for compensation if you can show that:

• The defendant owed you a duty of care; and
• Negligence by the defendant caused the pedestrian accident; and
• You suffered an injury because of that accident.

For example, you may be able to claim if you were knocked over by a driver who failed to give way while turning into a side road, or if you were hit by a car leaving a car park because the driver did not check for pedestrians.

If you’re not sure whether you’re eligible to make a pedestrian accident claim, contact our claims advisors for a free review of your case.

Can I Claim If I Was Partly At Fault?

Yes, you could still make a pedestrian accident claim even if you were partly at fault for the accident. This is due to the Law Reform (Contributory Negligence) Act 1945. While your compensation may be reduced to reflect your level of fault, you can still receive a payout if another party was also at fault.

For example, if it’s determined that you were 25% responsible for the accident, your compensation might be reduced by 25%, but you would still be entitled to 75% of the total claim amount. We’d suggest speaking with a claims advisor on our team to find out how contributory negligence might affect your claim.

Common Causes Of Pedestrian Accident Claims

To give you some idea of negligence that can result in pedestrian injuries and compensation claims, we’ve listed some examples below. They include accidents caused by:

• Drivers using phones or sat-navs while driving.
• Speeding or reckless driving.
• Failing to stop at traffic lights, zebra crossings, or stop signs.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Cyclists riding illegally on pavements.

If you suspect you’ve been injured as a pedestrian hit by a car or other vehicle because of negligent driving, please do get in touch to discuss your options.

Common Injuries Suffered By Pedestrians Hit By A Car

The lack of any physical protection makes pedestrians extremely vulnerable to severe injuries from car accidents. While a pedestrian hit by a car might be considered lucky to escape with minor bruises and cuts, some pedestrians, unfortunately, suffer severe injuries.

Some common injuries to pedestrians hit by a car or other vehicle include:

Far too many pedestrians are killed in the UK. According to provisional government statistics, pedestrians accounted for 24% of road fatalities in Great Britain in the year ending June 2025.. That’s not to say that every death was due to negligence, of course. However, if you do want compensation for the loss of a loved one who you believe died due to careless driving, please refer to this page.

How Much Compensation Do You Get For A Pedestrian Accident?

There’s no fixed payout amount because every pedestrian accident claim is different. Any compensation you receive will usually depend on:

• General damages. This element covers your compensation for any pain or suffering you’ve had to deal with because of your injuries.
• Special damages. This element covers your compensation for any costs, losses or expenses caused by your pedestrian accident. For example, you could claim for the cost of any clothes damaged in the accident, lost income, or medical costs, to name but a few.

You can read more here about general and special damages if you would like to.

Pedestrian Accident Compensation Calculator

To give you some idea about compensation payouts for pedestrian injuries, we’ve provided an accident compensation calculator below. It lists a range of injuries and their associated compensation range.

One of our personal injury solicitors will be able to give a more accurate compensation assessment once your injuries have been properly assessed.

Evidence To Support A Pedestrian Accident Claim

Even if you have no doubts that your accident was caused by negligent driving, you will need evidence to substantiate your pedestrian accident claim. Importantly, not only will you need to prove what happened and who was to blame, but you will also need evidence to prove the extent of your injuries. The evidence that could help to achieve this includes:

• Details of any vehicles involved. Take a note of the model of the car, colour, and registration number. Also, ask the driver for their name and insurance details.
• Photographs of the accident scene. If you can do so safely, try to take pictures of the accident scene.
• Police report. Make a complaint at the nearest police station and keep a record of the report.
• CCTV footage. Where the accident was recorded on security CCTV cameras or dashcam devices, ask for a copy of the footage as soon as possible.
• Witness details. If the person responsible for your injuries denies liability for the accident when you make a claim, witnesses could be called upon by your solicitor to provide a statement about what they saw.
• Medical records. If you don’t go to a hospital in an ambulance, you should make your own way there to have your injuries assessed and treated. Later on, your medical records could help to prove the extent of your injuries and the treatment you endured.

For advice on obtaining the best evidence to support your pedestrian accident claim, contact our claims advisors today.

Time Limits For Claiming Pedestrian Accident Compensation

You usually have 3 years to start a pedestrian accident compensation claim. In most cases, this will run from the date of the accident, although exceptions can sometimes apply.

For example, one exception is that the injured pedestrian is unable to handle legal proceedings as they lack mental capacity. In this situation, the 3-year time limit will not usually begin unless they regain capacity. However, a litigation friend could make the claim on their behalf in the meantime.

Another exception applies if the injured pedestrian is a child. A litigation friend can usually claim for them at any point before their 18^th birthday. If no claim is made before then, the injured person will usually have 3 years from their 18^th birthday to start their own pedestrian accident claim.

We suggest contacting our team for legal advice as soon as possible so that you don’t risk running out of time, and the details of the accident are still fresh in your mind.

Do I Need A Solicitor To File A Pedestrian Accident Claim?

While you’re perfectly entitled to make a pedestrian accident claim yourself, it’s probably going to be passed to the driver’s insurance company. Before they agree to pay a penny in compensation, you’ll likely need to prove to them how their client was to blame for the accident and your subsequent injuries. This isn’t always an easy thing to do, especially if the defendant raises objections. Therefore, we believe it’s best to have a personal injury solicitor on your side during any claim.

If one of our solicitors decides to represent you in a No Win No Fee accident claim, they’ll field all questions and objections raised by the defendant for you. That means there won’t be any tricky legal or medical questions to answer. As the claim progresses, your solicitor will keep you informed with regular updates too.

In all cases, your solicitor will try to achieve as much compensation as possible by fighting your corner and providing additional evidence where needed.

Pedestrian Hit And Run Claims

You might think that it isn’t possible to make a pedestrian accident claim if you’ve been hit by a car that did not stop at the scene. However, so long as you can provide some details about the vehicle and the accident, you could still be compensated. That’s because of a scheme run by the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB).

Funded by levies on insurance premiums, the scheme allows claims to be made when a driver cannot be identified or has no insurance. We can help with MIB claims if you’ve been injured in a hit and run, so please call for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below, we answer some common questions on pedestrian accident claims.

Starting The Pedestrian Accident Claims Process

If you would like to discuss how we could help you make a pedestrian accident claim, contact our advisors on 0800 6524 881 today. You’ll receive free advice in a no-obligation consultation, where a claims advisor can assess the strength of your case and explain your options.

If a claim appears to be viable, we could connect you with one of our personal injury solicitors. They handle your pedestrian accident claim on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning you won’t face any upfront legal costs.