Sanger Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Pedestrians hit by vehicles have no protection. No airbags, no seatbelt, no steel frame — just a human body absorbing the full force of a collision. The injuries are almost always severe, and the road to recovery is long and expensive. If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle in Sanger, The Wagner Law Group is ready to fight for the full compensation you are owed. We have recovered over $300 million for injury victims across California, and we will not let an insurance company minimize what happened to you. Call now.

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Sanger Practice Areas

The Wagner Law Group handles personal injury cases across Sanger and Fresno County, including:

Why Pedestrian Accidents in Sanger Are So Serious

In Sanger, pedestrians face risks in the downtown corridor, at school zones, along Highway 180 crossings, and on roads that lack proper sidewalks or lighting. Agricultural communities like Sanger often have road infrastructure that was not designed with pedestrian safety in mind — and drivers who are distracted, impaired, or simply not looking pay the price with someone else’s life.

Common locations for pedestrian accidents in Sanger include:

Downtown Sanger crosswalks — Heavy foot traffic and vehicle congestion create high-risk crossing conditions.
School zones — Drivers speeding or distracted near Sanger schools put children and parents at serious risk.
Highway 180 crossings — High-speed traffic and limited crosswalk infrastructure make crossing the highway extremely dangerous.
Rural roads without sidewalks — Pedestrians walking along roads with no sidewalk, poor lighting, and fast-moving vehicles face extreme exposure.
Parking lots and driveways — Low-speed but high-frequency accident zones where drivers back out without looking.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Sanger

Failure to yield at crosswalks — California law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks. Violations of this rule are among the most common causes of pedestrian injuries.
Distracted driving — A driver looking at a phone for two seconds at 30 mph travels over 88 feet without watching the road.
Drunk or impaired driving — DUI pedestrian accidents often result in the most severe injuries and strongest legal cases.
Speeding — A pedestrian struck at 20 mph has a 90% chance of survival. At 40 mph, that drops to below 50%. Speed kills in pedestrian collisions.
Running red lights and stop signs — Intersection violations are a leading cause of pedestrian fatalities in California.
Backing vehicles — Drivers reversing out of driveways and parking spaces without looking strike pedestrians who have no warning.
Poor road design and inadequate lighting — When a government agency failed to provide safe crossing infrastructure, a separate claim may apply.

California Pedestrian Rights

California law is clear: drivers must yield to pedestrians. Key legal protections include:

Marked crosswalks — Drivers must stop and yield to any pedestrian in a marked crosswalk under CVC 21950.
Unmarked crosswalks — Pedestrians also have the right of way at unmarked crosswalks at intersections.
Right of way at intersections — Even where no crosswalk is marked, pedestrians crossing with a signal have priority over turning vehicles.
Duty to exercise due care — Drivers have an ongoing duty to watch for pedestrians, regardless of where they are crossing.

Insurance companies will look for any way to blame the pedestrian — arguing jaywalking, distraction, or dark clothing. The Wagner Law Group fights back with evidence, witness statements, and accident reconstruction to establish driver fault.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Economic Damages:

Emergency room and trauma center bills
Surgery and specialist care
Physical and occupational therapy
Rehabilitation for spinal or brain injuries
Future medical expenses for long-term care
Lost wages and lost earning capacity
In-home care and assistance

Non-Economic Damages:

Pain and suffering
Emotional distress and PTSD
Permanent disability or disfigurement
Loss of enjoyment of life
Loss of consortium

Pedestrian accident cases — particularly those involving fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, or wrongful death — regularly result in significant recoveries. The Wagner Law Group will fight for every dollar you are owed.

Frequently Asked Questions: Sanger Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Who is at fault in a pedestrian accident in California?

In most cases, the driver is at fault. California law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and exercise due care at all times. However, insurance companies will attempt to blame the pedestrian for jaywalking, wearing dark clothing, or being distracted. Your attorney builds the evidence to establish driver fault and counter these arguments.

What if the driver fled the scene after hitting me?

Hit-and-run pedestrian accidents are unfortunately common. If the driver cannot be identified, your own uninsured motorist coverage may provide compensation. California law requires insurers to offer UM coverage. An attorney can help you pursue every available source of recovery, even when the driver is unknown.

How long do I have to file a pedestrian accident claim in California?

California’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the accident. If a government entity is involved — such as a poorly designed crosswalk or missing signage — you must file a government tort claim within six months. Do not wait.

Can a pedestrian be partially at fault for an accident?

Yes, but it does not eliminate your right to recover. California follows pure comparative negligence — even if you were partially at fault for crossing outside a crosswalk or being distracted, you can still recover compensation reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies aggressively push fault onto pedestrians to reduce payouts. Our attorneys fight to keep your fault percentage as low as the evidence supports.

What if I was hit in a crosswalk?

Being struck in a marked crosswalk with the right of way is one of the strongest pedestrian accident cases — the driver had a clear legal duty to stop and yield. Document everything, get medical attention immediately, and call an attorney before giving any statement to the insurance company.

Why The Wagner Law Group

No fee unless we win — you pay nothing upfront
Over 42 years of experience representing California injury victims
$300 million+ recovered — including $72.4M against Walmart and $100M+ against PG&E
We fight pedestrian blame tactics head-on — evidence and accident reconstruction from day one
We go to trial — insurance companies know we will take cases to court, which drives better settlements
5-star rated by clients across the Central Valley
AV Preeminent rated — the highest possible rating for legal and ethical standards

If you or a loved one was struck by a vehicle in Sanger, do not wait. Call The Wagner Law Group today at (833) 200-7111 for a free consultation, or Contact Us below.