Whether you’re walking your dog, heading to work, or crossing Main Street with the light, pedestrians in Clifton are vulnerable every time they step off the curb. Drivers are more distracted than ever—and when a car hits a person, it’s the pedestrian who bears the full brunt. At Malloy Law Offices, our Clifton pedestrian accident lawyer is here to stand up for injured walkers, joggers, and bystanders—and make sure they’re not overlooked by the legal system.
Unlike vehicle occupants, pedestrians have no airbags, seat belts, or steel cages to absorb an impact. Even a low-speed collision can lead to catastrophic injuries. These cases deserve urgent, specialized legal attention because they often involve:
Extensive medical treatment and long recovery timelines
Disputes over right-of-way or “visibility” at the time of the crash
Insurance companies downplaying the pedestrian’s injuries
Uninsured or underinsured motorists
Long-term losses—physical, financial, and emotional
We build strong, evidence-backed cases to show insurers and courts exactly what you’re facing.
We represent pedestrians injured in collisions caused by:
Drivers failing to yield at crosswalks or intersections
Speeding in residential or school zones
Distracted driving—texting, eating, or adjusting navigation
Drunk or impaired driving
Running red lights or ignoring stop signs
Making illegal turns without checking for foot traffic
Backing up without visibility in parking lots or driveways
Even in broad daylight, even in the crosswalk—you can still get hit. We’ll work to prove what happened and why it wasn’t your fault.
In most cases, the driver of the vehicle is responsible. But depending on the circumstances, other parties may also be accountable, including:
Commercial employers if the driver was on the job
Property owners if landscaping or signage obscured visibility
Government entities responsible for poorly maintained or marked crosswalks
Rideshare companies, if the vehicle was a Lyft or Uber
Auto manufacturers, in cases involving vehicle malfunction
We identify every potentially liable party so no stone is left unturned.
Pedestrians often suffer multiple or severe injuries in a single crash. We represent clients with:
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and concussions
Spinal cord damage and paralysis
Pelvic or leg fractures
Internal organ trauma or bleeding
Permanent scarring or disfigurement
Amputations or crush injuries
PTSD or fear of walking outdoors
Recovery can take months—or years. Our team builds a case that reflects the total cost of your injury, not just the ER bill.
If you were hit by a car while walking in Clifton, you may be entitled to compensation for:
Emergency room visits and hospitalization
Surgeries, rehab, and assistive equipment
Lost wages and diminished earning potential
Pain and suffering, both physical and emotional
Disfigurement, disability, or mobility impairment
Psychological counseling or trauma treatment
Wrongful death benefits, if a loved one was killed
Insurance companies may try to place partial blame on the pedestrian—we fight to make sure the facts speak louder.
Pedestrian cases require more than basic representation. At Malloy Law Offices, we offer:
Decades of experience in serious injury and wrongful death litigation
A deep understanding of Virginia traffic and pedestrian right-of-way laws
Local knowledge of Clifton’s intersections, accident trends, and legal landscape
A hands-on, client-first approach—your case isn’t just a file number here
Contingency-based fees—you only pay if we win
We help injury victims stand up to powerful insurance companies—and walk away with justice.
If you or someone you love was hit by a car while walking in Clifton, don’t wait for the insurance company to call the shots. Contact Malloy Law Offices for a free, no-pressure consultation. We’ll explain your rights, review your options, and build a clear path forward to the compensation and accountability you deserve.