Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians often – but not always – have the right of way in Texas. It depends on the specific circumstances. However, in general, Texas Transportation Code § 552.008 places a duty on drivers to always exercise due care to avoid collisions with pedestrians. They must honk their horns to warn…

While some people may assume that the driver of a motor vehicle is always at fault for a pedestrian accident in Texas, that is not always the case. Pedestrians have the same obligation as any other road user to behave responsibly. If a pedestrian acts negligently, they could be held…