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Pearland has evolved dramatically over the past two decades. What was once a quiet suburban area is now a vibrant and fast-growing city, home to new shopping centers, medical facilities, schools, and residential developments. With that growth, however, has come a noticeable increase in traffic congestion, roadwork, and pedestrian risks.
Busy corridors such as FM 518, Cullen Parkway, and Broadway Street now see consistent vehicle and foot traffic throughout the day. Unfortunately, many of Pearland’s streets were not designed with today’s density in mind, leading to a sharp rise in pedestrian accidents—many of them serious.
If you or a loved one has been struck by a vehicle while walking in Pearland, the path forward can feel overwhelming. Between medical appointments, insurance phone calls, and time away from work, it can be difficult to know what to do next. That’s where the Houston-based firm of Johnson Garcia comes in. With over 35 years of combined experience, our attorneys are prepared to help you protect your rights and pursue meaningful compensation.
Not all law firms approach pedestrian accident cases the same way. At Johnson Garcia , every case is prepared as if it will go to trial. Our team combines decades of litigation experience with firsthand knowledge of how insurance companies operate. We’re committed to helping injured pedestrians navigate the legal process with confidence and clarity.
Pedestrian injuries are often serious. Some lead to long-term disability, permanent mobility issues, or require extensive medical intervention. The lawyers at Johnson Garcia have built their careers representing clients in exactly these types of cases. From wrongful death claims to traumatic brain injury matters, our experience includes some of the most challenging personal injury lawsuits in Texas.
This background allows us to fully understand the scope of damage these cases involve—and how to present that reality in a legal setting.
At Johnson Garcia , every client relationship is attorney-led. When you hire our firm, you’ll work directly with the lawyers responsible for handling your claim. We believe in building trust through communication, which means your questions won’t be filtered through layers of support staff. Instead, you’ll have access to the team preparing your case strategy, negotiating on your behalf, and representing you in court if necessary.
Before founding Johnson Garcia , our attorneys represented major corporations and insurance carriers. That experience taught us exactly how insurers evaluate pedestrian injury claims—and how they attempt to reduce their exposure. Today, we use that insight on behalf of injured pedestrians.
By understanding the insurance industry’s playbook, we are better equipped to counter delay tactics, question unfair liability assessments, and challenge low settlement offers. It’s a perspective few firms can offer, and it’s one of the many ways Johnson Garcia provides strategic advantage to its clients.
Pedestrian accident victims are often facing steep medical bills, lost wages, and physical pain. Johnson Garcia relieves some of that pressure by working on a contingency fee basis. That means there are no upfront costs, and you owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for your injuries. Our payment is tied directly to your outcome—if you don’t get paid, neither do we.
Understanding where and how pedestrian accidents happen in Pearland allows Johnson Garcia to investigate cases more thoroughly and advocate more effectively. The city’s rapid growth has led to several pedestrian-heavy areas where crashes are becoming more frequent.
Some of the most dangerous intersections in Pearland are located around FM 518 (Broadway Street) and its connection to Highway 288. These corridors serve as main arteries for shoppers, commuters, and visitors to the Pearland Town Center and surrounding retail developments.
Unfortunately, drivers in these areas are often distracted, rushed, or confused by traffic signals and multiple turn lanes. Combined with high pedestrian activity in parking lots and on sidewalks, these conditions create a perfect storm for collisions.
Neighborhoods around Dawson High School, Silverlake Elementary, and the Shadow Creek Ranch subdivision see significant pedestrian activity, especially during school drop-off and pick-up hours. While Pearland has implemented crossing guards and school zone signage, these protections are not always followed by drivers.
Incidents in these areas often involve drivers who fail to yield, speed through designated zones, or overlook pedestrians due to poor visibility or distraction. Children, teens, and local residents are frequently the ones most at risk.
Many serious pedestrian injuries occur not in crosswalks, but in the parking lots of grocery stores, shopping centers, and gyms. Drivers pulling into or backing out of parking spaces often fail to notice pedestrians—particularly in busy lots or during poor lighting conditions.
These types of accidents raise unique legal questions involving visibility, duty of care, and in some cases, property owner responsibility. Johnson Garcia investigates not just driver conduct, but also site design and safety features that may have contributed to the incident.
The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be chaotic. While the focus is rightly on physical safety, taking the right steps in the hours and days that follow can significantly strengthen your legal position. Johnson Garcia encourages all injured pedestrians to follow these best practices as soon as possible after a crash.
It’s common for adrenaline to mask pain and injuries in the minutes following an accident. However, internal injuries, head trauma, or fractures may not present symptoms right away. Always let first responders examine you at the scene. If you’re not taken to the hospital by ambulance, go to an emergency room or urgent care facility on your own that same day.
Early medical records will serve two purposes: protecting your health and creating a documented timeline of injuries tied to the accident.
A formal police report creates an objective record of what occurred. Officers will typically speak to both parties, collect witness statements, and note environmental details like road conditions or visibility. Ask for the report number at the scene and request a full copy once available. This document may be critical in establishing liability.
If you’re unable to speak to police due to medical transport, you can file a supplemental statement later through the department’s non-emergency services or with the help of your attorney.
If your injuries allow, use your phone to take photos of the vehicle, street signage, skid marks, and your injuries. Document where the incident happened, the direction you were walking, and any environmental hazards like broken sidewalks or dim lighting.
Also try to collect contact information from witnesses who saw what happened. These individuals can provide statements that may help corroborate your version of events and counter any inaccurate claims from the driver or insurer.
It’s likely that the driver’s insurance company will contact you soon after the incident. Their representatives may appear helpful, but their goal is to minimize the company’s financial liability. They may ask you to provide a recorded statement or discuss your injuries.
Do not engage with insurance companies until you’ve spoken with legal counsel. Even seemingly harmless comments can be misinterpreted and used to weaken your claim. Johnson Garcia can take over all communications to protect your interests from the outset.
Pedestrian crashes rarely happen by chance. They almost always result from preventable behaviors—particularly driver negligence. When Johnson Garcia investigates an accident, one of our first priorities is to understand how it happened. That allows us to identify the responsible parties and develop a legal strategy that holds them accountable under Texas law.
In Pearland, as in many growing Texas cities, distracted driving remains a leading cause of pedestrian injuries. Drivers who look away from the road to answer a call, scroll through social media, or input an address into their GPS often miss crosswalks, traffic signals, or pedestrians stepping off curbs.
This type of inattention is especially dangerous in areas with high foot traffic, such as retail centers, school zones, and neighborhoods where children walk to and from local campuses. When drivers fail to give their full attention to the road, the results can be devastating for those on foot.
Texas law clearly outlines that drivers must yield to pedestrians at marked crosswalks—and even at unmarked intersections where pedestrians have the right-of-way. Unfortunately, many drivers treat intersections as a race to beat the light, failing to check for people crossing in front of them or making turns without looking both ways.
Johnson Garcia has handled numerous cases involving right-of-way violations, including incidents where pedestrians were lawfully crossing the street but were hit by drivers who failed to stop or slow down. Proving that the driver had a legal duty to yield is often a central argument in these claims.
Speeding is a significant risk factor in pedestrian collisions. Even at speeds as low as 25 or 30 miles per hour, the impact of a vehicle can cause catastrophic injuries. In residential zones, school crossings, or parking lots, drivers who exceed posted limits or take turns too quickly put pedestrians in immediate danger.
Pearland’s construction-heavy growth has also created areas where visibility is reduced and signage may be unclear. In these environments, drivers have a heightened responsibility to exercise caution. When they fail to do so, our attorneys use crash reconstruction, surveillance footage, and eyewitness testimony to demonstrate negligence.
Pedestrian accidents are among the most physically and emotionally damaging types of injury claims. Unlike occupants in a car, a pedestrian has no physical protection—no seatbelt, airbag, or frame to absorb the impact. As a result, the injuries are often severe, and the road to recovery is long and uncertain.
Many of our Pearland clients suffer from injuries that require extensive and ongoing medical treatment. These may include:
In some cases, multiple surgeries and long-term physical therapy are necessary to regain function. In others, the injury leaves a permanent disability that alters how a person moves, communicates, or cares for themselves.
Our firm partners with medical experts and life care planners to understand the full extent of the injury and project what future treatment will cost. That documentation becomes a critical component of your legal claim.
The trauma of being struck by a vehicle—especially when it happens while walking in a familiar neighborhood—can lead to lasting psychological injuries. Many of our clients report experiencing:
Johnson Garcia considers these emotional injuries just as seriously as the physical ones. In appropriate cases, we include claims for mental anguish, counseling expenses, and loss of emotional well-being. These damages are supported through therapist reports, client statements, and expert testimony.
Some pedestrian accidents result in life-altering consequences. Victims may require assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers, modifications to their home, or long-term in-home care. Others are unable to return to work in their previous profession, limiting their income and long-term security.
These losses go beyond medical bills. They affect your independence, your identity, and your ability to engage in the activities you once enjoyed. Our legal team works to capture every aspect of these losses in your case evaluation—so you’re not left to navigate life with only partial compensation.
Texas law allows injured pedestrians to seek damages that reflect the full impact of the accident—not just the visible costs. Johnson Garcia builds every case to pursue maximum allowable compensation based on your injuries, financial losses, and emotional harm.
A major portion of any claim involves current and future medical expenses. These may include:
Our attorneys gather medical records and work with healthcare professionals to determine both what has been spent and what will be required in the future. That ensures your claim addresses ongoing needs—not just short-term recovery.
Pedestrian injuries often mean time away from work. Whether you’re self-employed, hourly, or salaried, lost income can create immediate financial stress. In more serious cases, the injury may permanently reduce your ability to work, forcing you to accept lower-paying jobs or exit the workforce altogether.
Your claim may include:
Johnson Garcia uses employment records, tax documents, and expert assessments to quantify these losses accurately.
Texas law permits recovery for pain and suffering, which includes both physical pain and the emotional effects of the injury. These damages recognize that the experience of an accident is not just financial—it’s deeply personal and disruptive.
Compensation for pain and suffering is based on:
We take the time to understand how the injury has changed your life—so we can present a detailed and compelling case for full compensation.
Recovering from a pedestrian accident takes more than time. It takes support, resources, and strong legal representation. If you or someone you love was hit by a vehicle while walking in Pearland, you have the right to seek justice. Johnson Garcia is ready to help.
Our attorneys bring over 35 years of combined experience and a commitment to results. We know how insurance companies work—and we know how to challenge their efforts to minimize your claim. From the moment you contact us, we begin protecting your interests and preparing your case.
There are no fees unless we win, and your consultation is completely free. Whether your injuries are recent or your recovery has already begun, it’s never too early to get answers. Let Johnson Garcia help you take the next step forward with confidence.
Contact our office today to speak with a Pearland pedestrian accident lawyer and learn how we can advocate for your recovery.
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