Loveland Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

In the past decade, there has been a troubling increase in pedestrian accidents in Colorado. In fact, the number of pedestrian accident fatalities has risen by 98.4% between 2015 and 2025, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. 

When a pedestrian accident happens and causes serious or fatal injuries, the crash victim or their loved ones need to understand their rights.  Hadfield Stieben & Doutt, LLC can help. We have recovered millions for injured pedestrians both in and out of court, and we know the laws that govern these accident claims in Loveland. 

We’ll bring our trial experience and commitment to fighting for justice to your case. Give us a call or contact us online to schedule your free consultation with a Loveland pedestrian accident lawyer to learn more about how we can help you.

Why Choose a Loveland Pedestrian Accident Lawyer from Hadfield Stieben & Doutt?

When you suffer serious harm in a pedestrian accident, you need a Loveland personal injury lawyer ready to fight for you. Hadfield Stieben & Doutt, LLC can help. Our legal team:

• Has spent decades representing crash victims, including pedestrians injured in accidents
• Includes former insurance defense attorneys, so we know the tricks insurers use to try to pay less compensation than they should
• Has recovered millions for pedestrians, including $3.3 million in a recent catastrophic injury claim involving an uninsured driver
• Cares about our clients, has many five-star reviews, and is fully committed to fighting for you

We don’t charge legal fees unless we win, and we are prepared and ready to negotiate a settlement or represent you in court so you can get the justice you deserve.  

How Do Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Windsor?

Pedestrian accidents can have many causes, but driver negligence is often the reason these collisions occur. Some of the main causes of pedestrian crashes include:

• Distracted driving: Drivers who text, talk on phones, talk to passengers, reach for objects, or eat while driving can easily lose focus and not see a pedestrian.
• Failure to yield to pedestrians: Drivers must follow the right-of-way rules at intersections and pedestrian crosswalks, and a failure to do so puts walkers at risk.
• Speeding: When a driver travels too quickly on the road, they may not see a pedestrian or be able to stop in time to avoid striking them. High-speed collisions also tend to cause more serious injuries.
• Reckless driving: Reckless driving such as unsafe passing, weaving in and out of traffic, or driving too fast for road conditions can all increase the chances of a pedestrian being hit by another vehicle. 
• Impaired driving: Drivers who are intoxicated have delayed reaction time, reduced coordination, and poor judgment, all of which put pedestrians at risk. 
• Fatigued driving: Driving while fatigued is almost as dangerous as driving drunk, and drivers with slower reaction times and poor judgment may strike walkers. 
• Jaywalking: Pedestrians who cross outside of designated intersections are at a significantly greater risk of being hit by a car.
• Distracted walking: Pedestrians also have an obligation to pay attention to their surroundings. If they’re distracted and walk in front of a car, this could result in a collision. 
• Visibility issues: When the weather or the time of day make it more difficult to see a pedestrian, the crash risk increases. 
• Road design problems: Finally, issues with the design of the road can make the crash risk greater, especially if pedestrians are forced to walk closer to active traffic or the design of an intersection makes it harder for drivers to see walkers. 

Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule under Colorado Revised Statutes § 13-21-111.  This means that as long as a pedestrian was less than 50% responsible for causing their own injuries, they can still pursue a claim against a negligent driver who shares the blame. 

The driver would be responsible for paying for damages based on their percentage of fault. So, for example, a driver who was 60% to blame for causing $100,000 of damages in a pedestrian crash would need to pay the pedestrian $60,000 in damages.

Who is Responsible for Pedestrian Accidents in Windsor, CO?

It is important to determine who should be held responsible for a pedestrian accident, as the at-fault driver can be legally liable for losses resulting from the crash. Some of the potential defendants who could be liable for losses include:

• A negligent driver who violates road safety rules or behaves less carefully than a hypothetical average reasonable driver would.
• The employer of a driver who is on-duty while driving negligently. This is common in delivery accident cases.
• The manufacturer of a vehicle or car parts if a defect in the vehicle leads to a pedestrian collision. 
• Those responsible for road design or for maintaining the roads if a pedestrian is injured in a crash due to unsafe road conditions.

Hadfield Stieben & Doutt, LLC will carefully review the details of the crash, gather evidence including witness statements, testimony from an accident reconstruction specialist, and security camera footage, and identify all potential defendants who could be held liable for losses. 

Common Injuries in Pedestrian Accidents

Some of the most common injuries in pedestrian accidents include:

• Lower extremity fractures: Because of where the bumper often strikes the body, many pedestrian accident victims experience femur, tibia, fibula, ankle, and pelvic fractures. 
• Traumatic brain injuries: A pedestrian’s head could be struck by the vehicle or could hit the ground after being hit by a car, causing a TBI that results in lasting impairment.
• Internal organ damage: The liver, spleen, kidneys, and lungs are among the organs most likely to be damaged as the body absorbs the full impact of a pedestrian crash with no protection. 
• Soft tissue damage: This can include sprains, strains, ligament tears, severe bruising, and cuts. 
• Road rash: When a pedestrian strikes the road, the skin can scrape violently along the pavement, causing road rash. Permanent disfigurement and infection are real risks.
• Spinal cord damage: With no protection from the impact, pedestrians often suffer damage to the spinal cord either from the force of the vehicle striking them or when they hit the ground because of the accident. 

These are just some of the many injuries that pedestrians often experience. These injuries are often life-changing and expensive to treat. They can also impact your ability to work and provide for yourself and your loved ones.

Contact Hadfield Stieben & Doutt, LLC, For Help Today

To find out more about how a Loveland pedestrian accident lawyer at Hadfield Stieben & Doutt, LLC can help you, give us a call or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation.