Ponca City Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Injured While Walking or on Foot? You May Have a Case.

Pedestrians face serious risks every day – from drivers who aren’t paying attention, to unsafe sidewalks, construction hazards, and poorly maintained public or private spaces. When you’re injured while walking, whether by a vehicle, dangerous property condition, or some other preventable danger, it may be more than just an “accident”—it may be negligence. And under Oklahoma law, you may be entitled to compensation.

At Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach, we help people who’ve been seriously hurt while walking on roads, in parking lots, near businesses, on job sites, or in neighborhoods seek justice and compensation for their losses. We also represent families who have lost loved ones in fatal pedestrian incidents.

As one of Oklahoma’s top personal injury firms, we’ve recovered over a billion dollars  for clients and earned a reputation fighting for folks across the state. If you’ve been hurt, we’re here to listen, help you understand your rights, and fight for every dollar you deserve.

Call or contact us online for a FREE consultation.

Know Your Rights as an Injured Pedestrian in Oklahoma

Under Oklahoma law, pedestrians have the same right to safety as anyone else using the road or walking through a business or public space. When someone else fails to uphold their duty—whether it’s a driver who wasn’t paying attention, a property owner who failed to fix a known hazard, or a construction company that left a walkway unsafe—they may be legally responsible for the harm they caused.

In legal terms, that’s called negligence. And if negligence led to your injury, you may have a valid claim for damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

But make no mistake—insurance companies won’t make it easy. In fact, they often try to downplay the injury, shift blame, or rush victims into accepting lowball settlements. That’s why it’s so important to understand your rights and speak with an experienced pedestrian accident lawyer before making any decisions.

What Is the Process of Filing a Pedestrian Accident Claim?

Here’s a straightforward look at what happens if you choose to pursue compensation:

1. Free consultation – We’ll sit down with you, listen to your story, review the facts, and explain your legal options.
2. Investigation – Our team gathers evidence, including photos, video footage, witness statements, medical records, and accident reports.
3. Determining fault – We identify who’s legally responsible. It may be a driver, a property owner, a business, or even a government entity.
4. Calculating damages – We assess how the injury has impacted your life—physically, financially, and emotionally.
5. Negotiation – We handle communication and negotiation with the insurance company. You focus on healing—we’ll focus on results.
6. Filing a lawsuit (if necessary) – If the other side refuses to do what’s right, we’re prepared to file a lawsuit and take the case to court.

At every stage, you’ll have a legal team that’s fought for more than 15,000 people across Oklahoma. We’ll be there to answer your questions, fight on your behalf, and pursue the best possible outcome for your situation.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Injuries

Pedestrian accidents can happen for all kinds of reasons—not just car crashes. In every case, someone else’s negligence may be to blame. Our team at Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach investigates a wide range of causes, including:

• Distracted or reckless drivers who fail to yield, speed through intersections, or ignore stop signs
• Drunk or drug-impaired drivers
• Poor lighting, broken sidewalks, or lack of proper signage in parking lots, apartment complexes, or commercial areas
• Construction zones or worksites that fail to provide safe pedestrian walkways
• Improperly maintained public spaces—including parks, sidewalks, or crosswalks
• School zone negligence, such as failure to monitor drop-off and pick-up safety
• Delivery trucks or commercial vehicles operating carelessly around foot traffic
• Hazardous retail conditions, like uneven pavement, debris, or blocked walkways

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Pedestrian Injury?

Liability depends on the details of the accident, but in Oklahoma, several parties might be held responsible, including:

• Drivers of cars, trucks, or motorcycles
• Property owners or managers who failed to maintain safe conditions
• Businesses that didn’t provide safe walkways for patrons or employees
• Government entities responsible for unsafe sidewalks, road design, or poor traffic signals
• Contractors or construction companies who failed to follow safety regulations

Determining liability takes a thorough investigation—and sometimes, multiple parties share fault. Our team will dig deep to uncover who’s responsible and hold them accountable.

Proving Fault in a Pedestrian Injury Case

To recover compensation, you’ll need to prove that the other party was negligent. That means showing:

1. They owed you a duty of care (e.g., a driver’s duty to yield, or a business’s duty to maintain safe walkways)
2. They breached that duty through action or inaction
3. Their negligence caused your injury
4. You suffered damages as a result—medical bills, lost wages, pain, and more

Oklahoma uses a modified comparative fault system. That means if you’re found partially at fault, your compensation may be reduced—but as long as you’re less than 51% responsible, you can still recover damages. We work hard to push back on blame-shifting tactics and make sure your side of the story is fully told.

Compensation for Injured Pedestrians

Depending on the severity of your injuries and how the accident has impacted your life, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Emergency and long-term medical expenses
• Physical therapy or rehab
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Scarring, disfigurement, or permanent disability
• Wrongful death damages, if a loved one passed away due to their injuries

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

If you or someone you love was hurt while walking, here are some important steps to take:

1. Get medical attention immediately. Even if the injury seems minor, some conditions (like brain trauma or internal bleeding) aren’t obvious at first.
2. Report the accident. If a vehicle was involved, call the police and get a report. If it happened on private property, notify the business or property owner.
3. Document the scene. Take photos of where it happened, any visible hazards, your injuries, and any vehicles or conditions involved.
4. Gather witness info. Names and contact details can be critical later.
5. Avoid speaking to the insurance company without a lawyer. They’re trained to limit payouts. Let us speak for you.
6. Call a pedestrian accident lawyer you can trust. We’ll review your case, explain your options, and protect your rights from day one.

We Handle Fatal Pedestrian Accidents and Wrongful Death Claims

If you’ve lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, we’re truly sorry for your loss. We know that no amount of money can undo the pain—but a wrongful death claim can help secure justice and ease the financial burdens your family may now be facing.

We help families pursue compensation for:

• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of companionship and support
• Lost household income
• Mental anguish

Our team will handle everything with the compassion and respect your family deserves.

Why Martin, Jean, Jackson, Martin & Peach?

We’ve built our reputation by fighting for real people across Oklahoma—and winning. We’re proud to be one of the state’s most trusted personal injury law firms, with the results and recognition to back it up:

• More than a billion dollars recovered for our clients
• Over 20,000 people helped
• Over 100 years of combined legal experience
• Nationally recognized trial practice, right here in Oklahoma
• Personalized attention, tailored strategies, and contingency fees—you pay nothing unless we win

We’ve taken on big corporations, trucking companies, insurance giants, and government entities—and we’ll do the same for you.

Call a Ponca City Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Today

Don’t wait to get help. Time matters in these cases, and evidence can disappear fast. If you were injured while walking—whether by a vehicle, an unsafe property condition, or any other preventable danger—let our team fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

Call or contact us online today for a FREE, confidential consultation.