{"id":4258,"date":"2025-09-11T06:15:40","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T06:15:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cottlefirm.com\/?page_id=4258"},"modified":"2025-12-18T19:44:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T19:44:31","slug":"las-vegas-pedestrian-accident-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cottlefirm.com\/es\/las-vegas-pedestrian-accident-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Las Vegas Pedestrian Accident Lawyers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Las Vegas Strip gets plenty of foot traffic, as countless locals and tourists walk along this iconic boulevard each day. Although most visitors leave without any problems, pedestrian accidents are common on the Strip and in other parts of Las Vegas. Sometimes, pedestrians are injured in accidents caused by the negligence of another party, such as a driver who was speeding or breaking other traffic laws.<\/p>

If you or a loved one has recently been injured as a pedestrian in Las Vegas, you have legal rights. The dedicated Las Vegas pedestrian accident lawyers at the Cottle Firm help our clients fight for the financial compensation they deserve after injuries caused by negligence. Contact the Cottle Firm today at\u00a0702-722-6111<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about your legal rights in a free consultation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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According to data from the\u00a0Nevada Strategic Highway Safety Plan<\/a>, intersection accidents are the most common type of pedestrian accident in Nevada, accounting for 34% of all fatal pedestrian-involved\u00a0motor vehicle accidents<\/a>\u00a0in the state. Driver impairment is the second-leading factor in fatal pedestrian crashes, at 23%. Accidents involving senior drivers rank as the third-most common contributing factor, at 13%.<\/p>

Most pedestrian accidents occur due to negligence by the driver or another third party. Here is an overview of some of the most common forms of negligence our Las Vegas pedestrian accident lawyers have seen in our cases.<\/p>

Ignoring Traffic Signals and Signs<\/h3>

Traffic signs and signals exist for a reason. When drivers do not obey these traffic control devices, they put themselves and others around them at risk of a preventable accident.\u00a0<\/p>

Pedestrians are especially vulnerable to drivers running red lights, failing to stop at crosswalks, or making illegal turns at intersections. When a driver breaks one of these traffic laws while a pedestrian is legally crossing the road, they could strike and seriously injure that pedestrian.<\/p>

In cases where a pedestrian is injured by a driver who broke a traffic law, the pedestrian may have grounds for a personal injury claim based on negligence.<\/p>

Speeding<\/h3>

Speeding drivers are much more likely to be involved in accidents, and accidents involving speeding often result in more severe injuries. When exceeding the speed limit, a driver has less time to react to pedestrians or roadway hazards. In addition, vehicles traveling at higher speeds have longer stopping distances and may not be able to come to a complete stop in time.\u00a0<\/p>

If a pedestrian is crossing the street and a speeding driver strikes them, the pedestrian will likely suffer severe or even fatal injuries. According to data from the\u00a0National Safety Council<\/a>, speeding was a contributing factor in about 29% of all fatal traffic accidents in 2021.\u00a0<\/p>

Drunk Driving<\/h3>

Las Vegas is one of the most famous party destinations on the planet. While most visitors are responsible and avoid getting behind the wheel after a night out of drinking, drunk driving is a major problem in the area.\u00a0<\/p>

Driving under the influence drastically increases the risk of being involved in an accident and is one of the top contributing factors to fatal pedestrian-vehicle accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), alcohol was a contributing factor in 44% of all fatal pedestrian accidents in 2019.<\/p>

Pedestrian accidents are much more common at night, partly because of lower visibility, but also because more drunk drivers are on the roads after dark. Drunk drivers who strike and injure pedestrians (or anyone else) in Las Vegas may be held liable for damages.<\/p>

Distracted Driving<\/h3>

All motorists have a legal duty to drive as safely as possible, which includes paying attention to the road at all times. But sadly, distracted driving is a major problem and cause of accidents in Las Vegas. Distracted drivers not only put themselves at risk of an accident, but anyone else they come across while behind the wheel \u2013 including fellow drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.<\/p>

Some common examples of distracted driving that can result in a pedestrian accident include:<\/p>