If there are no traffic-control signals to direct a pedestrian about when to walk, the driver of a vehicle must yield the right of way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk by slowing down or stopping.  If a motorist fails to yield the right of way to a pedestrian as required by law, and strikes [...]

A driver is still required to use reasonable care to avoid hitting a pedestrian even if a pedestrian was not in a crosswalk. However, if you are not crossing at a crosswalk, the vehicle has the right of way.

Many personal injury cases settle before having to go to court.  However, in some cases an agreement cannot be reached as to who is responsible for the crash or what the fair value is of the injured person’s claim. In those instances, a trial by jury is needed. Ultimately, it is always up to the [...]