Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Hollywood, Florida
If a driver hit you while you were walking in Hollywood, you likely have questions that matter more than anything else right now: who pays your medical bills, whether you can still work, and what happens if the driver’s insurance company calls you first. Those questions have answers, and getting them straight is the first step. A pedestrian claim in Hollywood usually turns on where the crash happened, whether the driver was following the rules of the road, and how your injuries are documented from the start.
Pedestrian Accident Claims in Hollywood, Florida
Hollywood was not built with cars in mind first. Hollywood Boulevard cuts straight through downtown from I-95 out to the Broadwalk, and that stretch mixes turning traffic, delivery vehicles, and people walking to restaurants and shops. Young Circle sits at the middle of it, a busy roundabout where several roads converge and where pedestrians crossing to reach the park or the ArtsPark events have to time their steps against cars merging from multiple directions at once.
The Federal Highway corridor running north-south through Hollywood carries a different kind of risk. It is a wide road with multiple lanes in each direction, higher posted speeds, and long gaps between signalized crossings. A pedestrian caught in the middle of US-1 when a light changes, or crossing mid-block because the nearest crosswalk is a quarter mile away, is in a genuinely dangerous spot, and drivers moving at speed often do not have time to react.
Then there is the Broadwalk itself, the wide oceanfront promenade that runs for miles along the beach. It is not a road, but it borders streets that feed beach parking, hotel valet lanes, and drop-off zones where cars, bikes, scooters, and pedestrians all compete for the same narrow space. Accidents here often happen at these transition points, where a vehicle is pulling out of a lot or crossing the Broadwalk access lane and does not see someone on foot.
Each of these settings raises different questions for a claim. A Young Circle crash involves multiple approach angles and often a dispute over who had the right of way. A Federal Highway crash raises questions about speed, lighting, and whether the crosswalk spacing played a role. A Broadwalk-adjacent crash may involve a private lot or valet operation with its own insurance, on top of the driver’s policy. Knowing which set of facts applies to your situation shapes how the claim is built from day one.
What we look at in these claims
Where the crash happened
A crash at a signalized Young Circle approach is investigated differently than one on an unmarked stretch of Federal Highway or near a Broadwalk access point. Location tells us what evidence to pull, including signal timing, city traffic camera coverage, and nearby business surveillance.
Who had the right of way
Florida law gives pedestrians the right of way in marked and unmarked crosswalks under certain conditions, but drivers also have duties, and pedestrians have some too. We look at signal phases, crosswalk markings, and where you were relative to the intersection.
What the driver was doing
Speed, phone use, turning without checking a crosswalk, and failing to yield are common factors we look for through police reports, witness statements, and any available video from the area.
How your injuries were documented
Pedestrian versus vehicle crashes often cause serious injury even at low speeds. We look at how quickly you got medical care, what the records say, and whether ongoing treatment is documented consistently, because gaps in treatment get used against injured people.
What We Look At in These Claims
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Where the Accident Happened
A crash at a marked crosswalk, a mid-block crossing, a mall parking lot, or the shoulder of the causeway each raises different questions about fault and who's liable. The location shapes how the claim gets built. -
Who Had the Right of Way
Florida traffic law sets out when a driver has to yield to someone on foot, whether or not there's a signal or a painted crosswalk. We check the signal timing, the signage, and the layout of the intersection or lot. -
What the Driver Was Doing
Distracted driving, speeding, failing to check before turning, and running a red light or stop sign are common factors in pedestrian crashes. Police reports, witness accounts, and sometimes traffic camera footage help establish what actually happened. -
Whether the Location Itself Contributed
Poor lighting, faded or missing crosswalk markings, and blocked sightlines at an intersection or parking lot entrance can point to a property owner or the city sharing responsibility alongside the driver.
Other Injury Claims We Handle in Hollywood
FAQ
Who has the right of way at Young Circle?
Right of way at Young Circle depends on the specific crossing and signal phase, since it is a roundabout with multiple entry points. Florida law gives pedestrians the right of way in marked and unmarked crosswalks under certain conditions, but the exact circumstances of your crossing matter. We look at the specific location and signal timing when evaluating a claim.
I was hit crossing Federal Highway outside a crosswalk. Do I still have a claim?
Crossing outside a marked crosswalk does not automatically end a claim. Florida looks at the conduct of both the driver and the pedestrian, including speed, visibility, and whether the driver was keeping a proper lookout. Each situation depends on its facts, which is why a review of the specific crash matters.
How long do I have to file a pedestrian accident claim in Florida?
Florida sets filing deadlines for injury claims, and those deadlines vary by claim type and can be shorter when a government entity is involved, such as a crash at a city-maintained intersection. Rather than rely on a general number, call us so we can tell you what applies to your specific situation.
What if the driver who hit me on the Broadwalk was leaving a hotel valet lot?
When a crash happens near a valet or private parking area, there may be more than one insurance policy involved, including the vehicle owner's coverage and potentially the property or valet operator's coverage. We look at where exactly the crash occurred to identify every possible source of coverage.
Will I have to pay anything upfront to have my case reviewed?
No. The case review is free, and we handle pedestrian accident cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no fee unless we recover for you.
What a Claim May Cover
Depending on the facts of your case, a pedestrian accident claim may address medical expenses related to the crash, lost income if your injuries kept you from working, out-of-pocket costs tied to your recovery, and pain and suffering. What a claim can address depends entirely on the facts of your case, the insurance available, and the documentation behind your injuries. We do not estimate value before we know these facts, and no honest attorney should.
Free case review
Insurance adjusters move fast after a pedestrian crash, sometimes within days. They may ask for a recorded statement or offer a quick check before you know the full extent of your injuries. You are not required to accept the first call from an insurer, and you do not have to navigate the claim process on your own while you are also trying to heal.
Free case review
We offer a free case review for people injured in Hollywood pedestrian accidents. There is no cost to talk with us and no obligation to move forward. We handle these cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no fee unless we recover for you. Call to talk through what happened and get straight answers about what comes next.
Helping those Injured in Accidents Across Florida
The Injury Claim Law Firm represents injured people throughout South Florida, with this page focused on pedestrian accidents in Hollywood. We handle claims arising from crashes on Hollywood Boulevard, at Young Circle, along the Federal Highway corridor, and near the Broadwalk, along with pedestrian crashes across the wider Hollywood area and surrounding South Florida communities. Wherever the crash happened, the process of building a claim starts the same way: understanding the facts and the injuries.
- Lakeland
- North Miami
- Plantation
- Hollywood
- Sunny Isles
- Hallandale
- Pembroke Pines
- Hollywood
- Dania Beach
- Miami Beach
- Miami Lakes
- Opa Locka
- Miami
- Hialeah
- Fort Lauderdale
- Miami Gardens
Florida sets deadlines for filing an injury claim, and those deadlines vary depending on the type of claim and who was involved, including shorter windows when a government entity is part of the case. Rather than guess at a timeline that may not apply to your situation, call us and we will tell you what applies to your case.
Other injury claims we handle in Hollywood
Pedestrian crashes are only one part of what we handle in Hollywood. If your situation involves a different kind of accident, these pages cover the specifics: