If you were struck by a vehicle while walking in Beverly Hills, The Injury Partners can help you pursue compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Co-founding attorney Omeed Hakimianpour is a Super Lawyers Rising Star for 2025 and 2026.
We handle every pedestrian accident case on a contingency fee basis, and you pay nothing unless we win. Call (310) 220-0066 for a free consultation, available 24/7.
Beverly Hills is one of the most dangerous small cities in California for pedestrians, according to data from the California Office of Traffic Safety. Reporting citing the Los Angeles Times found that approximately 15% of all pedestrian accidents in Los Angeles County occur at Beverly Hills intersections. That figure is striking for a city that covers just under six square miles.
More than 14,000 pedestrians are injured in California each year according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The state’s pedestrian death rate is roughly 25% higher than the national average. If you were injured while walking in Beverly Hills, you have legal rights and a limited window to protect them.
The highest-risk corridors include Wilshire Boulevard at its intersections with Rodeo Drive, Santa Monica Boulevard, Roxbury Drive, and La Cienega Boulevard. The Golden Triangle shopping district, bounded by Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica Boulevard, and Canon Drive, sees the heaviest tourist pedestrian density in the city. Beverly Drive at Brighton Way and the crossings along Beverly Gardens Park on Santa Monica Boulevard are also documented high-incident locations.
Intersection collision data from UC Berkeley’s SafeTREC and the Beverly Hills Police Department confirm these locations consistently produce pedestrian injuries. The D Line Extension, a Metro subway expansion running along Wilshire Boulevard through anticipated 2027 completion, has introduced additional hazards that may create liability for contractors, subcontractors, and the MTA.
Beverly Hills combines high tourist foot traffic, active valet operations on Rodeo Drive and Canon Drive, and concentrated rideshare pickup zones in a compact area surrounded by fast-moving arterial roads. Drivers distracted by luxury storefronts, unfamiliar GPS directions, or phone screens frequently fail to notice pedestrians entering crosswalks. Valet drivers, rideshare and delivery drivers, and late-night impaired driving on Sunset Boulevard and La Cienega Boulevard all compound the risk.
When you have been seriously injured as a pedestrian, the law firm you choose will shape the outcome of your case. The Injury Partners gives clients the litigation firepower of a top-tier firm combined with direct access to a founding attorney from the very first phone call. You will never be handed off to a case manager or call center.
Omeed Hakimianpour earned his undergraduate degree at UCLA and his J.D. at USC Gould School of Law before joining Kirkland & Ellis, where he handled multimillion- and billion-dollar transactions. He brings that strategic discipline to every pedestrian accident case. Omeed has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for 2025 and 2026, a distinction awarded to fewer than 2.5% of California attorneys.
Daniel Sabet completed the SCALE accelerated J.D. program at Southwestern Law School in just two years. His entire career has been dedicated to representing accident victims and holding insurance companies accountable. Learn more about Omeed and Daniel on our attorneys page.
Insurance companies routinely argue the pedestrian was at fault. The Injury Partners’ litigation background means those tactics are anticipated and countered from day one.
California Vehicle Code § 21950 is the foundation of nearly every pedestrian accident claim in this state. Under this statute, all drivers must yield the right of way to pedestrians in both marked and unmarked crosswalks. A violation of CVC § 21950 serves as direct evidence of negligence.
Pedestrians also have obligations under the law, and insurance companies will use those obligations against you. The table below summarizes the statutes that apply to most Beverly Hills pedestrian accident claims:
| CVC Statute | What the Law Requires | What It Means for Your Claim |
| CVC § 21950 | Drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked and unmarked crosswalks | A violation is direct evidence of driver negligence |
| CVC § 21954 | Pedestrians crossing outside a crosswalk must yield to vehicles posing an immediate hazard | Insurers cite this to shift blame, but comparative negligence still allows recovery |
| CVC § 21955 | Pedestrians must use designated crosswalks between adjacent signalized intersections | Mid-block crossing does not eliminate your right to compensation under California law |
| CVC § 21970 | Drivers may not block crosswalks unnecessarily | Relevant when a stopped vehicle in the crosswalk contributed to the accident |
California also follows a pure comparative negligence system, which means that even a pedestrian who shares some fault for an accident may still recover compensation. How that system works and how it affects the value of your claim is addressed below.
The Freedom to Walk Act (AB 2147) is also worth understanding. This law decriminalized jaywalking in California when done safely with no immediate traffic hazard. If an insurer argues jaywalking automatically establishes fault, the Freedom to Walk Act undercuts that position.
California law also imposes strict filing deadlines for pedestrian accident claims, including a shortened window when a government entity may be liable. Consulting a wrongful death lawyer in Beverly Hills or a Beverly Hills pedestrian accident attorney early protects both your evidence and your right to file.
Not always. Under CVC § 21950, drivers must yield to pedestrians in all crosswalks, including unmarked ones. However, CVC § 21954 requires pedestrians crossing outside a crosswalk to yield to vehicles posing an immediate hazard. Even when a pedestrian shares fault, California’s pure comparative negligence system preserves the right to recover compensation, reduced by the pedestrian’s percentage of responsibility.
Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault but never eliminated. If a court assigns you 30% responsibility, you can still recover 70% of your total damages. Insurance companies aggressively argue pedestrian fault to minimize payouts, which is why having an attorney who can challenge fault allocation directly affects the value of your claim.
Under CCP § 335.1, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. If a government entity bears responsibility, you must file an administrative claim within six months under Government Code § 911.2. That shortened deadline catches many victims off guard because it can expire while they are still receiving treatment.
Most pedestrian accidents in Beverly Hills are caused by driver negligence, and the most common causes our attorneys see include:
More than one party may share liability for a single pedestrian accident, and the following parties may bear legal responsibility depending on the facts of your case:
A Beverly Hills car accident lawyer at The Injury Partners can help identify every party who may owe you compensation.
Liability depends on the driver’s status at the time of the crash. If the driver was on an active trip, Uber and Lyft carry $1 million liability policies that may cover your injuries. If the driver was waiting for a request, lower limits apply. An experienced pedestrian accident attorney can identify every available policy and pursue the maximum recovery.
Yes. Under Government Code § 835, a public entity can be held liable for a dangerous condition on public property. If a defective signal, missing signage, or poor intersection design contributed to your accident, the City of Beverly Hills, LA County, or Caltrans may share liability. These claims carry a six-month filing deadline under Government Code § 911.2.
Pedestrian accidents often produce severe injuries because the person on foot has no structural protection. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, fractures, and amputations are disproportionately common, and the financial consequences can last a lifetime.
Economic damages compensate you for measurable financial losses:
Non-economic damages compensate for losses without a specific dollar amount:
Punitive damages may be available in cases involving DUI, deliberate hit-and-run, or grossly reckless conduct.
Beverly Hills pedestrian accident settlements have no single average value. The amount depends on injury severity, medical expenses, lost income, fault allocation, and available insurance coverage. Minor soft-tissue injuries may settle in the five figures, while catastrophic cases involving TBI, spinal cord damage, or wrongful death can exceed $1 million.
Yes. California’s pure comparative negligence system allows recovery even if you were partially responsible. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault but not eliminated. If your damages total $500,000 and you are found 20% at fault, you can still recover $400,000. An experienced pedestrian injury attorney can challenge fault arguments and protect the full value of your claim.
The steps you take after a pedestrian accident can significantly affect the strength of your claim. If you are physically able, follow these steps:
The most valuable evidence includes the Beverly Hills Police Department report, surveillance footage from nearby businesses or traffic cameras, and photographs of the scene and your injuries. Medical records and witness statements also carry significant weight. Surveillance footage is often the single most important piece of evidence, but it is typically overwritten within 24 to 72 hours. Preserving it quickly can determine whether you have a strong claim or one built on conflicting accounts.
In most cases, no. Initial offers are designed to close your claim quickly and cheaply, often before the full extent of your injuries is known. Accepting requires signing a release that permanently waives your right to seek additional compensation. An experienced pedestrian accident attorney can evaluate whether the offer reflects your true losses and negotiate for a recovery that accounts for both current and future expenses.
If you were hit by a car while walking in Beverly Hills, you deserve a law firm that offers both top-tier litigation skill and genuinely personal attention. We handle every pedestrian accident case on a strict contingency fee basis with no retainers, no hourly fees, and no costs unless we recover for you.
Surveillance footage from Beverly Hills businesses can be overwritten within days, and the six-month government claim deadline under Government Code § 911.2 can close before your treatment ends. The sooner you call, the stronger your case will be.
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We are available 24/7. Like our work with bicycle accident victims and other injured individuals across Beverly Hills, we are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve.
