San Antonio Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Representing Injured Pedestrians Throughout Bexar County

San Antonio ranks among the most dangerous cities in the country for pedestrians; a 2024 Texas Law Dog study ranked it the seventh most dangerous city for pedestrians, and Smart Growth America ranked it the 25th most dangerous among U.S. metro areas. And when a collision happens, the injuries are rarely minor. 

At The Warrior Law Firm, we recovered over $1 million in settlements and verdicts in our first year alone, and we represent people hit by vehicles in crosswalks, on sidewalks, in parking lots, and families who’ve lost someone in a fatal pedestrian accident.

What sets us apart from the large institutional firms in search results is simple: when you hire us, you get attorney Luis Guerrero’s personal cell phone number and can reach him any day of the week, including weekends. We also help families pursuing wrongful death claims when a pedestrian accident turns fatal.

Call us today at (210) 598-5006 for a free consultation. Hablamos español.

When Drivers Don’t Pay Attention, Pedestrians Pay the Price

Pedestrian accidents happen fast, and they often stem from negligence: distraction, impatience, recklessness. Even at low speeds, a vehicle can cause catastrophic injuries to someone on foot, which is why it’s so important that motorists drive carefully and follow the rules of the road.

We’ve handled pedestrian accident cases involving:

• Drivers who were texting or using apps behind the wheel
• Failure to yield at crosswalks or intersections
• Speeding through neighborhoods, school zones, or parking lots
• Drunk or impaired driving
• Running red lights or stop signs
• Back-over accidents in driveways or garages
• Reckless driving in areas with heavy foot traffic

In nearly all of these cases, the driver had multiple chances to avoid the crash but didn’t. Pedestrians don’t have seat belts or steel frames to protect them, so when a driver makes a careless decision, the impact is almost always worse for the person walking. And liability doesn’t always stop with the driver. The City of San Antonio may bear responsibility when broken sidewalks, malfunctioning traffic signals, or inadequate crosswalks contributed to the crash.

Common Injuries in Pedestrian Accidents

Even a slow-moving vehicle can cause devastating injuries to a pedestrian. The human body simply isn’t built to withstand that kind of force.

At The Warrior Law Firm, our San Antonio pedestrian accident attorneys help clients who are dealing with:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord damage and paralysis
• Broken bones and orthopedic injuries
• Internal bleeding or organ damage
• Amputations or crush injuries
• Long-term psychological trauma

Traumatic brain injuries deserve particular attention. Their full value is routinely underestimated in early insurance offers because the long-term care costs aren’t yet apparent. Permanent disability and reduced earning capacity have to be factored into any fair recovery, not just the bills from the first hospital stay. For many of our clients, recovery is a long road, and we work to account for all of it.

What You Can Recover After a Pedestrian Accident in San Antonio

If you were hit by a car, you may have the right to pursue compensation for both the economic and non-economic toll of the crash. Insurance adjusters routinely attempt to blame the pedestrian, claiming they were jaywalking, distracted, or unlawfully outside of a crosswalk to reduce or eliminate what they pay out. Our job is to push back and build a case that reflects the full scope of what you’ve lost.

Depending on the specifics of your case, you may be able to recover:

• Medical expenses (past and future)
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Long-term disability or disfigurement
• Costs related to ongoing care or rehabilitation

Additionally, in cases involving gross negligence, such as a drunk driver, punitive damages may also be available under Texas law.

Can You Still Recover Compensation If You Were Partly at Fault for the Accident?

Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule with a 51% bar. That means even if you were partially at fault, you can still recover compensation as long as you’re found less than 51% responsible. Your recovery is reduced by your fault percentage, but it isn’t eliminated. Insurance adjusters often exaggerate pedestrian fault precisely to exploit this rule, which is why having legal representation matters.

Why San Antonio Clients Choose Luis Guerrero

Many personal injury firms handling these cases are large operations. You call their number, reach a receptionist, and get assigned to a case manager you’ve never met. At The Warrior Law Firm, it works differently. Luis Guerrero is the attorney handling your case, and clients get his personal cell phone number to use directly, including on weekends.

Luis built this firm from the ground up and treats it that way. He explains the legal process in plain English (or Spanish), without burying you in jargon. He keeps you updated at every stage so you know where your case stands. And because we work on a contingency fee basis, you pay nothing unless we win.

On the investigation side, we don’t take the driver’s insurance company’s version of events at face value. We gather witness statements, pull surveillance footage, and bring in expert analysis to establish exactly what happened and who was responsible. We also take over all communication with insurance adjusters so you don’t have to field calls designed to get you to say something that hurts your claim. Clients throughout greater San Antonio, including Converse and surrounding communities, can count on the same level of attention.

Texas Filing Deadlines You Need to Know

Texas law gives pedestrian accident victims two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit, per Tex. Civ. Pract. & Proc. Code section 16.003. Missing that window eliminates your right to pursue compensation entirely. Waiting isn’t advisable regardless, since evidence fades and witnesses become harder to locate over time.

There is a critical exception that catches many people off guard. If the at-fault party is the City of San Antonio, a formal Notice of Claim must be filed within just 90 days of the accident under the City Charter. Claims involving VIA Metropolitan Transit, a separate governmental entity, may be subject to a different notice deadline under the Texas Tort Claims Act. Either way, these government-entity deadlines run on a completely different clock than the standard two-year rule. If that deadline passes, the claim is gone. Call us as soon as possible if a city vehicle, a VIA bus, or a poorly maintained public sidewalk or crosswalk played any role in your crash.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in San Antonio?

The Warrior Law Firm works on a contingency fee basis, which means we do not charge any upfront fees and don't collect anything unless we win your case. You can get a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss what happened without any financial commitment.

What If I Was Hit by a City Bus or Hurt Because of a Broken Sidewalk?

Claims against the City of San Antonio or VIA Metropolitan Transit follow different and much shorter deadlines than a standard personal injury case. The City of San Antonio requires written notice within 90 days of the accident under its City Charter. VIA Metropolitan Transit, as a separate governmental entity, may operate under a different notice deadline. If that window closes, you lose the right to pursue compensation regardless of how strong your case is. Contact us immediately if a government vehicle or unsafe public infrastructure was involved.

Call for a Free Pedestrian Accident Consultation Today

If you or a loved one was hit by a vehicle or otherwise injured while walking, don’t wait to get legal guidance. Time matters in these cases, and evidence can disappear quickly. The sooner you talk to a San Antonio pedestrian accident lawyer, the better your chances of recovering what you deserve.

Contact The Warrior Law Firm today for a free, no-obligation consultation. Our pedestrian accident attorneys in San Antonio are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you understand what comes next.

Call our firm at (210) 598-5006 to schedule an appointment.