Pedestrian Accidents in Long Beach
This page covers pedestrian accidents in Long Beach. For the statewide overview, see our California pedestrian accidents guide.
California law that governs your claim
- Filing deadline. Personal injury lawsuits generally have a two-year filing period under Code of Civil Procedure §335.1. A claim against a government entity generally must be presented within six months for personal injury under Government Code §911.2. Exceptions and separate lawsuit deadlines can apply. Ask an attorney to check the dates for your circumstances.
- Fault rule. California is a pure comparative negligence state. Even at significant fault, an injured person can still recover — the award is reduced by their share of responsibility.
- Damages. Recovery includes past and future medical care, lost income and earning capacity, property damage, and pain and suffering.
About pedestrian accidents
At InjuryClaim.Law, we represent injured pedestrians and their families throughout California. From investigating the accident scene and preserving evidence to negotiating with insurance companies and, when necessary, taking cases to trial, our legal team is prepared to advocate for injured pedestrians at every stage of the claims process.
