Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Seeking Real Justice for Injured Victims in Miami-Dade County & Throughout South Florida
A Miami pedestrian accident lawyer understands how quickly life can change when you or a loved one is hit by a vehicle while on foot. Walking about town is part of daily life. We walk to work, to school, to the park, or even just into the store or across the parking lot while running errands.
Even when you do everything right, you’re still relying on drivers to slow down and pay attention. If they don’t, the injuries can be devastating, even fatal, and the stress on the entire family begins immediately.
At Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers, we believe that real people hurt by the negligence of others deserve Real Justice. We’ve recovered more than $1 billion for clients and bring decades of trial and negotiation experience to every case. If you need help getting medical care lined up or figuring out transportation while you recover, we can help with that, too.
Have you or someone you love been hit while walking in Miami? Reach out to our Miami pedestrian accident lawyers for a FREE consultation. We’ll listen, walk you through your options, and help you decide on next steps. Call 305-617-1111 or contact us online today. We proudly represent clients throughout Miami-Dade County and Southeast Florida.
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What To Do if You’re Hurt in a Pedestrian Accident in Miami
After a pedestrian accident, it’s normal to feel rattled, scared, numb, or confused. If you can, focus on taking these 7 steps to protect your health and your claim. However, if you’re too injured or shaken up, don’t tough it out. Your well-being outweighs everything else.
Should you or a friend or loved one have the presence of mind in the moment, take these 7 steps after a pedestrian accident:
- Call 911 and ask for police and an ambulance if needed.
- Seek medical care immediately, even if symptoms seem minor. Some injuries show up later.
- Make sure an official report is filed and ask for the report number.
- Document what you can with photos of the scene, the vehicle, and visible injuries. Get witness names and numbers.
- Don’t give a recorded statement to any insurance adjuster. It’s okay to say you’re not ready. Refrain from making any detailed or recorded statements until you’ve consulted with an attorney.
- Save what you can, including the shoes and clothing you wore, and keep paperwork from doctors, urgent care, or the ER.
- Contact a trustworthy Miami pedestrian accident attorney as soon as you can. Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers can step in and quickly get to work gathering evidence and handling the insurance company.
If you aren’t able to take these steps because you’re in pain, medicated, or incapacitated, that’s okay. A friend or family member can help, and when someone reaches out to our team, we can get caught up.
Real Results:
- $6,000,000 recovery: A distracted driver looking at their phone hit a pedestrian, our client, resulting in severe spinal cord damage and paralysis. We secured a $6 million settlement for them, which will help with their ongoing treatment and support.
How Long Do I Have To File a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit in Miami, FL?
Florida no longer gives injury victims as much time as it once did to file a personal injury lawsuit. In most pedestrian accident injury claims based on negligence, you have 2 years from the date of the crash to file. Wrongful death claims also typically have a 2-year statute of limitations that runs from the date of your loved one’s passing.
Until 2023, Florida allowed 4 years for many negligence-based injury cases, but that changed when a new law took effect on March 24, 2023. The shorter 2-year window usually applies to newer cases, while some older incidents may still fall under the prior deadline. Some cases may have special rules and shorter notice requirements, especially when a government agency is involved.
It’s important to understand that a statute of limitations is a very real deadline with real consequences. If you file after it expires, the court can dismiss your case before you get the chance to be heard. And once that deadline passes, the insurance company knows you can’t take the claim to court, which makes it a lot easier for them to stall, lowball, or walk away. Real Justice depends on keeping that leverage.
This is just another reason why we urge you to speak with a Miami pedestrian accident lawyer sooner rather than later. At Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers, we keep that clock in mind at all times.
How Our Miami Pedestrian Accident Lawyers Get Real Results
When you hire a Miami pedestrian accident attorney, you shouldn’t feel like you’re chasing down updates or left out of decisions about your own case. You should feel supported, protected, informed, and involved.
What Keeping It Real looks like when it comes to your pedestrian accident case:
- We build our strategy around you. We start with listening to your story, not just a diagnosis. Your work, your routines, your family, and what you’ll need to feel secure again, it all matters.
- We act fast to gather evidence. Crash reports, witness statements, photos and video of the scene, and 911 records can get lost quickly. We hustle to lock it down.
- We take the pressure off you. We handle calls with adjusters, paperwork, and blame shifting, so you’re not stuck trying to prove how real your pain is to someone who just doesn’t care.
- We tell the whole story. A stack of bills is only part of the damage. We document future care, time away from work, the ways your injuries limit your daily life, and the stress that followed you home, so your claim reflects what this crash has really taken.
- We prepare your case for every eventuality. With decades of trial and negotiation experience, we build your case to stand up in court. That helps drive better outcomes when the insurer wants to play games.
- We stay real and accessible. You’ll get honest answers about timelines, next steps, and what to expect, because dignity matters in this process.
With steadfast support and a strategy built around your needs and goals, we strive to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. That’s Real Advocacy.
Why Choose Us?
When you’re facing one of the toughest moments of your life, you need more than just a lawyer—you need a trusted ally who will stand with you and fight for your rights.
Pedestrian Accident Statistics
In 2023, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that 7,314 pedestrians were killed and more than 68,000 were injured in traffic crashes across the United States. That means a life was lost just about every 72 minutes. In the same year, Florida had the third-highest number of pedestrian deaths in the country, behind California and Texas.
Florida’s lack of pedestrian safety doesn’t surprise people who live here. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has noted that pedestrians have the highest fatality rate of any road user in our state. When a crash happens, people on foot are the ones most likely to pay the highest price.
In 2024, Florida recorded 12,223 pedestrian-involved crashes, including 706 fatalities and 1,354 serious bodily injuries. In Miami-Dade County, the 2024 crash data shows 1,875 pedestrian crashes, 1,504 injuries, and 74 fatalities. That’s just over 10% of the state’s pedestrian deaths happening in one county.
And here’s the part that matters most: these aren’t just numbers. They’re real people who were just trying to get where they were going when everything changed. If you or someone you love was hit while walking in Miami, you deserve support and accountability. Contact Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers today to talk through your options in a free case evaluation.
Why Pedestrian Crashes Happen in Miami
Most pedestrian crashes in Miami have one thing in common: human error. They usually occur when a driver is rushing, distracted, or simply doesn’t yield when they should. On busy Miami-Dade roads, that one mistake can have life-changing consequences for someone on foot.
Common reasons for pedestrian accidents include:
- Drivers failing to yield at crosswalks or while turning
- Speeding
- Distracted driving (phones, GPS, screens)
- Impaired or fatigued driving
- Backing up in parking lots without looking carefully
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Driving under the influence
In some cases, a pedestrian’s actions can also play a role, like when crossing outside a crosswalk, stepping into traffic against a signal, or walking while distracted or impaired. Insurance companies tend to latch onto that and try to shift more blame than the facts support.
In reality, a crash often involves more than one of these issues, which is why details matter. The cause of the accident determines who’s responsible, how fault is shared, and what compensation is available. A dedicated Miami pedestrian accident attorney knows what to look for and won’t stop until the facts come clear.
Common Pedestrian Accident Injuries
When a vehicle hits a pedestrian, injuries are often catastrophic, with devastating long-term impacts.
Common pedestrian accident injuries include:
- Head injuries & concussions (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Internal injuries
- Soft tissue injuries (sprains, tears)
- Cuts, road rash, scarring & disfigurement
- Knee, shoulder & other joint injuries
If you or a loved one was hit while walking in Miami, contact Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers for a free consultation. Let’s talk about your situation, explore your options, and make sure you’re getting the support you need and deserve.
– you are in good hands!
Who’s Responsible for Pedestrian Accidents?
In most Miami pedestrian accident cases, the driver is responsible. It only takes one bad decision behind the wheel to put someone on foot in the hospital. But responsibility doesn’t always stop with the person driving.
Depending on how the crash happened, other parties may share blame, including:
- A driver’s employer if the person who hit you was working at the time (delivery, service calls, company vehicle)
- A vehicle owner who let an unsafe driver use their car
- A bar or business if alcohol service played a role
- A city, county, or state agency when dangerous road design, broken signals, or missing safety features contributed
- A property owner or operator if the crash happened in a parking lot, garage, or private roadway with known hazards
Sometimes both the driver and the pedestrian are to blame. Florida uses a modified comparative negligence rule. That means your compensation can be reduced by your share of fault, and if you’re found more than 50% responsible in a negligence case, you may be blocked from recovering anything at all through a lawsuit.
Insurance companies tend to push on this issue because it lowers their payouts. If they try to place unfair blame on you, our team will dig into the facts and push back.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Pedestrian Accident in Miami-Dade?
If you or a family member is seriously injured in a pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to multiple types of compensation. Depending on the severity of your injuries and the facts of the case, you may be able to recover damages for the following:
- Medical bills & related expenses
- Future care & rehabilitation
- Lost income
- Household services
- Reduced earning capacity
- Disability
- Scarring & disfigurement
- Pain & suffering
- Mental anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life
When a crash leads to the tragic death of a family member, damages may also include medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, and the loss of financial support and companionship.
Every case is different. A pedestrian accident attorney in Miami can help document the full impact of the accident on your life and future and seek compensation that reflects it.
How Much Is My Pedestrian Accident Injury Claim Worth?
Real Justice Starts with a Call
Being hit by a car as a pedestrian is terrifying and life-changing. Your body takes the impact, and the fallout hits your mental health, your finances, your work, your relationships, and your sense of security. If a careless driver caused the crash and left you dealing with a serious or lasting injury, you deserve a legal team that will champion your rights and your best interests from day one.
Clients trust Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers because we Keep It Real. We take the time to understand what you’re facing, we talk about what matters to you and what doesn’t, and we handle the pressure so you’re not pushed into a quick, unfair decision. We’ve handled car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, rideshare, and delivery-related crashes across Florida, so we know the law and tactics insurers utilize.
You deserve a team with decades of trial and negotiation experience that will stand by you through the entire process. And we want to help you get the Real Justice and Real Results we know you deserve.
Contact Bernheim Kelley Injury Lawyers Today for a FREE Case Review
Call 305-617-1111 or contact us online to schedule your FREE consultation with a Miami pedestrian accident lawyer. Bernheim Kelley proudly represents clients across Miami-Dade, including Downtown, Brickell, Wynwood, Little Havana, Kendall, and North Miami. And you pay no attorney’s fees until we win compensation for you.