Brea Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Brea Pedestrian Accident Attorney
Whenever a motor vehicle driver hits a pedestrian, the incident is likely to result in severe injuries and expensive financial losses for the victim and their family. If you or a loved one recently suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident, you have the right to seek accountability and compensation for the damages you incurred. A Brea pedestrian accident lawyer can help hold the at-fault driver responsible and streamline your recovery.
Helping Pedestrian Accident Victims Recover in Brea, CA
The attorneys at Easton & Easton have extensive professional experience handling all types of personal injury claims in Brea, including pedestrian accident cases. Throughout the years of our firm’s operation, we have successfully represented many past clients, helping them prove fault for the injuries they suffered and securing substantial case awards to compensate them for their damages.
The fault for your recent pedestrian accident may seem perfectly clear, but this does not mean that navigating the legal process necessary for recovering your damages will be easy or straightforward. The right attorney can make every aspect of this process easier, shorten the time it takes for you to recover your damages, and maximize your recovery as much as state law allows.
When you choose Easton & Easton to represent your case, we can take time to get to know you and the effects your accident has had on your life. We develop individualized case strategies for all clients because we know that there are no one-size-fits-all solutions to every civil claim. We can help address the unique challenges you face in your recovery efforts and can help capitalize on every opportunity to maximize your recovery.
How to Prove Liability for Your Pedestrian Accident in Brea
The state upholds the fault rule for resolving all vehicle accidents, including pedestrian accident cases. This means that the victim must accurately identify the driver responsible for their accident and prove how they caused it before they will be able to recover any compensation for their damages. This may sound straightforward, but the actual process of building your civil suit is likely to be more challenging than you expect.
Most of the pedestrian accidents reported in the Brea area are the result of negligence, or failure to exercise reasonable care in specific situations. Distracted driving, speeding, and traffic violations are just a few examples of how negligence can easily cause pedestrian accidents. These accidents may also happen because of illegal misconduct, the most common example of which is driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs.
Your Brea pedestrian accident law firm can help secure statements from witnesses who saw your accident happen, footage from traffic cameras placed near the accident site, and various other forms of digital and physical evidence to help establish liability for your accident. If necessary, your attorney may consult expert witnesses for the unique professional insights they can provide on the more complex details of your case.
It is important to remember that the state upholds a pure comparative fault rule, meaning that if a plaintiff shares liability for their accident, they will lose a percentage of their case award to reflect this. Comparative fault commonly arises in pedestrian accident claims because of jaywalking, or illegally crossing the street outside of the designated crosswalk. A defendant may assert comparative fault to minimize their financial liability for the damages from the accident.
If comparative fault applies to your case, you will lose a percentage of your final case award equal to your percentage of fault. For example, 10% fault in a $200,000 claim would mean losing $20,000. Your Brea pedestrian accident lawyer can help minimize any comparative fault assigned to you, preserving your case award as much as possible.
Recovering Compensation for Your Pedestrian Accident in Brea
After establishing liability for your pedestrian accident, you can proceed with claiming compensation from the defendant who caused the accident. California’s personal injury laws enable you to claim full repayment of any economic losses you suffered from the incident, including projected future losses. Your claimable economic damages could include:
- Property damage. If any of your personal belongings were damaged or destroyed in the accident, the defendant is liable for replacing this property.
- Medical expenses. Most pedestrian accidents result in severe injuries, including traumatic brain damage, broken bones, facial injuries, and more. The defendant who hit you is liable for all the medical care you require to heal as fully as possible from your injuries.
- Lost income. If your accident has left you unable to work and earn an income, the defendant is liable for the wages you are unable to earn during this time. This also applies to lost future earning capacity if you have been permanently disabled from your injuries. Your Brea pedestrian accident lawyer can help calculate the future income you would have otherwise been able to earn.
Aside from these economic damages, you will also have the right to seek compensation for the pain and suffering you experienced. The state’s personal injury statutes do not place a limit on pain and suffering compensation in most personal injury claims, but you may find it difficult to determine a suitable amount to reflect the severity of your experience. Your Brea pedestrian accident lawyer can offer guidance into this aspect of your claim.
Your attorney may seek pain and suffering compensation based on the time it will likely take for you to fully recover from the incident, or they may focus on the overall severity of your injuries. Generally, plaintiffs who have suffered catastrophic injuries are likely to recover substantial compensation for the pain and suffering they suffered when they have experienced legal counsel on their side. The attorneys at Easton & Easton approach every case we accept with the goal of securing maximum compensation for our client.
If the defendant caused your pedestrian accident through illegal misconduct like DUI, they may owe you restitution or punitive damages alongside your other civil damages. Ultimately, many factors can potentially influence your final case award, and you could be entitled to recover far more compensation than you may expect. Having an experienced Brea pedestrian accident attorney representing you is the ideal way to maximize your case award.
Pedestrian Accident FAQs
Q: How Do I Prove Fault for a Pedestrian Accident in Brea?
A: Proving fault for your recent pedestrian accident in Brea may require physical evidence, witness testimony, traffic camera video footage, drivers’ cell phone records, and even testimony from expert witnesses. Your Brea pedestrian accident lawyer will know what evidence you will need to firmly establish liability for the accident and how to hold that party accountable for the damages you suffered.
Q: Do I Need an Attorney to File a Pedestrian Accident Claim in Brea?
A: It is technically possible for you to file a personal injury claim without an attorney. California law does not require you to have legal representation to pursue compensation for your damages. However, pursuing a civil suit on your own while recovering from serious injuries will be very challenging, and even if you succeed, you may overlook available avenues of compensation. Legal counsel increases your chance of success and the chance of maximizing your case award.
Q: How Much Is My Pedestrian Accident Claim Worth?
A: To calculate the total potential value of your pedestrian accident claim in Brea, you must assess the full extent of the economic losses you suffered from the accident, including projected future damages like ongoing medical treatment costs and lost earning power. Additionally, you can claim as much pain and suffering compensation as you believe to appropriately reflect the severity of the harm you experienced.
Q: How Long Do I Have to File a Pedestrian Accident Claim in Brea?
A: There is a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims in the state, and this time limit starts on the date your injury occurred. While this may appear to be more than enough time, it may take longer than you expect to gather the evidence and documentation needed to form the foundation of your claim. It is vital that you connect with reliable legal counsel as soon as possible after your accident to ensure you meet the deadline for filing your case with the court.
Q: What Does It Cost to Hire a Brea Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?
A: Easton & Easton will not charge our client upfront or ongoing attorneys’ fees for representation in a personal injury case. We accept all personal injury clients on a contingency fee basis, meaning our client pays a fee only if and when we win their case, and the fee is a percentage of the total compensation we secure on their behalf. There is no fee at all if our firm is unable to obtain compensation for your damages.
The right legal team is an invaluable asset for any personal injury case in Brea. The attorneys at Easton & Easton have the professional resources, skills, and experience necessary to handle the most challenging claims for damages, and we are ready to apply ourselves to your pedestrian accident claim. Contact us today and schedule a consultation with an experienced Brea pedestrian accident lawyer you can trust with your case.
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Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton were selected to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 — an invitation-only organization recognizing the nation's premier trial attorneys. Selection is based on case results, leadership, and reputation. When you need attorneys who are ready for the courtroom, you want a team that's already proven they belong there.
All five partners of Easton & Easton — Doug, Brian, Matt, Travis, and Gabe — were selected to Best Lawyers in America® 2025. This is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Selection is based entirely on peer review, representing the consensus opinion among leading lawyers in the community. When other attorneys are asked who they trust, they name us.
Our $4.5M settlement in Dump Truck Operator v. Equipment Rental Co. has been recognized as #1 in California for 2025 in two categories: • #1 Paraplegia Settlement in California — 2025 • #1 Rollover Accident Settlement in California — 2025
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We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as the #1 Bicycle Accident Settlement in California in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Easton & Easton was named a Tier 1 firm in Southern California by U.S. News & World Report — the highest ranking a law firm can achieve. Selection is based on client feedback, peer reputation, and professional excellence. When independent evaluators rank the best, we're at the top.
Gabe Mendoza, Alexandro Garza, John Oney, Billy Seidlitz, and Aaron Sinfield were selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars — honoring the top 2.5% of attorneys 40 or younger in California. Three attorneys — John, Billy, and Aaron — were selected for the first time in 2027. The next generation of Easton & Easton is already among the best in the state.
Easton & Easton was voted "Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" by readers of the Los Angeles Times in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Three years in a row — chosen by the people we serve
Doug, Brian, Matt, Travis, and Saul were selected to Super Lawyers — a distinction earned by only 5% of California attorneys. Selection is based on peer nominations, independent research, and professional achievement. Doug Easton has been selected for 19 consecutive years. Matt Easton was also named to the Top 50 Orange County Super Lawyers for 2027. When you hire Easton & Easton, you're hiring attorneys in the top 5%.
Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a Top 10 Personal Injury Settlement in California in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Easton & Easton received the "People Love Us On Yelp" award in 2016 due to exceptional client satisfaction reviews.Our clients don't just hire us — they recommend us.
Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 20 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian, Matt, and Travis Easton are lifetime members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum — a distinction held by less than 1% of U.S. attorneys. Membership requires securing a verdict or settlement of $2 million or more. When you hire Easton & Easton, you're hiring proven results - because Results Matter.
Doug Easton has held the "AV Preeminent" Rating for over 30 years, and Matt Easton received this prestigious distinction in 2015. The AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards, based on the legal profession's oldest peer review rating system — dating back to 1887. When your peers have trusted your ability and integrity for over three decades, that says everything.
We were recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a the #1 Personal Injury Settlement in Los Angeles County in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian Easton was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2015. ABOTA is one of the most premier associations of trial attorneys and judges, requiring a proven track record of jury trials as lead counsel and approval by a majority vote of the ABOTA board. Membership isn't given — it's earned in the courtroom.
Travis Easton, Gabe Mendoza, and Brenda Kocaj were selected to the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 — an invitation-only honor recognizing the nation's top young trial attorneys. At Easton & Easton, experience and ambition work side by side.
Easton & Easton was honored for securing a $20,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2019 by TopVerdict.com.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 — based on skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews. A perfect score. No room for higher.
Easton & Easton was honored to have been chosen by the LA Times Reader's Choice Poll as "The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" for 2018-2020 (each year the voting took place).
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2016 by TopVerdict.com.
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