Reviewed by Mike Redondo, Founding Attorney, Redondo Law, P.A. • Updated September 2026
Miami-Dade is one of the most dangerous places in the country to be a pedestrian. Wide, fast roads, long distances between crosswalks and drivers who do not yield put people on foot at constant risk. When a driver hits you, the injuries are almost always serious.
Redondo Law represents pedestrians and their families across Miami-Dade and Broward. Our office is on Coral Way, and our phones are answered 24/7.
In a collision between a motor vehicle and a pedestrian, the person on foot often suffers serious or even life-threatening injuries. If you were hit by a car, you may be facing steep medical bills on top of needing to take time off of work while you heal.
However, there are options for holding the negligent driver accountable and recovering compensation for your losses. Speak to a Miami pedestrian accident lawyer at Redondo Law about your case. In a consultation, an experienced attorney can assess your situation at no cost to you and help determine a strategy moving forward.
Laws for pedestrians in Miami
Both drivers and pedestrians are held to certain standards when they take to the road. Drivers are expected to uphold a general duty of care to maintain the safety of everyone around them. A violation of this duty through negligent or reckless behavior can result in serious accidents.
However, pedestrians must also abide by Florida’s laws. Florida Statute § 314.130 and its subchapters elaborate on these obligations. For example, pedestrians must obey all traffic control signals and crosswalks and engage in “reasonable” behavior. Failure to abide by these rules could result in partial liability and reduced compensation for a pedestrian after an accident. A knowledgeable local attorney can further explain the relevant pedestrian laws and help contest any allegations of partial fault on behalf of an injured victim.
Shared responsibility for pedestrian accidents
Florida operates on a policy of shared responsibility, which is also known as comparative negligence. As such, each party involved in a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision may be assigned a percentage of the blame for that accident. This means that victims can be held accountable for their own injuries, such as if the pedestrian was deliberately reckless or antagonistic.
Pedestrians who have been assigned blame but still wish to seek compensation for their losses still have the right to do so. However, they can only receive compensation up to the percent of fault assigned to other parties.
For example, say a pedestrian and a motor vehicle driver get into an accident. The parties’ insurance companies determine that the driver merits 60 percent of the blame, while the pedestrian is 40 percent at fault. The pedestrian may still take the driver to civil court, but they may only receive 60 percent of whatever compensation they might otherwise have been entitled to because of their own apportioned fault. A skilled pedestrian lawyer at Redondo Law can help ensure that a pedestrian injured in an accident is not unfairly blamed for an accident that wasn’t their fault.
Who has the right of way on Florida roads?
Understand Florida’s right-of-way laws and how they impact your liability in an accident in Miami.
Filing a complaint after a crosswalk collision
Pedestrians filing complaints after an accident involving a motor-vehicle must be thorough, making it important to seek legal counsel from an experienced Miami attorney. Complaints need to contain ample information regarding an accident, including:
- The name of all parties involved
- The location of the accident
- Evidence of reckless behavior or negligence
- The damages suffered by the victim
Injured pedestrians must also provide an estimate of their damages. These damages can include economic and non-economic losses resulting from the accident. Economic damages reflect objective financial losses like medical bills and missed wages, both now and in the future, while non-economic damages compensate for intangible forms of harm like pain and suffering. A Miami pedestrian injury lawyer can elaborate on what damages may be available in your particular case.
Protect yourself with help from a Miami pedestrian accident attorney
Every driver on the road owes pedestrians a duty of care. Violating that duty of care can lead to serious injuries as well as civil liability for any losses suffered by victims.
To learn more about your rights after being hit by a car, meet with a Miami pedestrian accident lawyer. During your free initial consultation, you can discuss the circumstances that led to your accident and learn how to take legal action. Call Redondo Law today to get started.
Where These Crashes Happen in Miami-Dade
The most dangerous corridors for pedestrians include Biscayne Boulevard, NW 7th Avenue, NW 27th Avenue, SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho), Flagler Street, Okeechobee Road, Kendall Drive, Bird Road, Collins Avenue and US-1. Many crashes happen at night, near bus stops, and at intersections where drivers turn without looking for people in the crosswalk.
How Pedestrians Get Paid in Florida
- Your own PIP coverage usually pays first, up to $10,000, even though you were on foot, if you or a household relative own an insured car.
- The driver’s bodily injury coverage pays for serious injuries beyond PIP.
- Uninsured motorist coverage on your own policy may pay if the driver fled or had no insurance.
- Government claims may apply if a county bus, city vehicle or dangerous crosswalk design played a role. Those require written notice first.
Hit-and-Run Crashes
Many pedestrian crashes in Miami are hit-and-runs. Report it to police right away, look for cameras at nearby businesses and homes, and call us. Footage is often overwritten within days. Your own uninsured motorist coverage may pay even if the driver is never found.
Common Pedestrian Injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- Spinal cord and back injuries
- Pelvis, hip and leg fractures
- Internal injuries
- Road rash, lacerations and scarring
How We Handle Your Case
- Preserve. Police report, scene photos, witness names and nearby video.
- Find coverage. PIP, the driver’s policy, uninsured motorist coverage and any government or property owner.
- Document. Medical records and expert opinions on future care.
- Push back on blame. Insurers often claim the pedestrian “darted out.” We use evidence to answer that.
- Resolve. Negotiate and prepare for trial when needed.
Why Work With Redondo Law
- You work directly with Mike Redondo, not a case manager you never meet.
- Mike spent six years at Holland & Knight defending major corporations, so he knows how the other side values and fights these claims.
- Fully bilingual staff. Se habla español.
- Phones answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- No fee unless we recover money for you.
Florida Law Update: What Changed in 2023
Florida’s 2023 tort reform law (HB 837) changed the rules for most injury claims arising on or after March 24, 2023:
- Shorter deadline. Most negligence claims must now be filed within two years, down from four.
- Modified comparative fault. If you are found more than 50% at fault for your own injuries, you generally cannot recover anything. Below that, your recovery is reduced by your share of fault.
- Medical bills. New rules change how past and future medical expenses are proven, including disclosures for treatment under letters of protection.
Because the clock is shorter, talk to a lawyer as soon as possible. Call (305) 908-6778 any time, day or night.
