If the driver is clearly at fault for the accident, the pedestrian will usually be able to recover compensation from the driver and/or the driver's insurance carrier for the harm caused, and the insurance carrier likely won't put up much of a fight -- although the initial settlement offer will likely be in lowball territory, so you may need to make a counter-offer.
If the pedestrian bears all of the blame for the accident, the pedestrian will probably not be able to recover compensation for injuries, and the driver may actually be able to sue the pedestrian for compensation for any harm caused to the car, or for any injuries to the driver.
Here are a few common scenarios under which a pedestrian may be found at least partially at fault for an accident involving a vehicle:
jaywalking, or crossing in the middle of the street, outside of a crosswalk
crossing against the traffic signal (i.e. in the crosswalk but against a red "Do Not Walk" command)
entering a street or highway while intoxicated, and
walking along highways, bridges, or causeways where pedestrian access is prohibited. 作者: minastilith 时间: 2015-1-20 01:40