Hit as a Pedestrian or Cyclist?
Pedestrians and cyclists struck by vehicles often face severe injuries. Maaswinkel Law represents injured people across Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties on a contingency fee basis.
Serving injured Floridians since 1997
Experienced Orlando Pedestrian & Bike Accident Attorney
Why Choose Maaswinkel Law for Your Pedestrian or Bike Accident Case?
When you’ve been injured while walking or cycling due to a driver’s negligence, you need more than just a lawyer—you need a fierce advocate who understands Florida’s specific laws protecting pedestrians and cyclists. At Maaswinkel Law, we combine deep local knowledge with a relentless pursuit of justice to fight for every dollar you deserve in Orlando and throughout Florida.
Practicing Since 1997
Founding attorney Greg Maaswinkel has represented injured Floridians since 1997.
Contingency Fee Basis
Fees and costs are explained in writing before you hire us.
Local & Responsive
Based in Florida, we know the local roads, traffic laws, and how to counter driver blame.
Personalized Service
You’ll always talk to your attorney, not a call center, about your injury claim.
Common Pedestrian & Bike Accident Injuries & Damages
Due to the lack of protection, pedestrians and cyclists often suffer catastrophic injuries when involved in collisions with vehicles.
- Soft tissue injuries (sprains, contusions)
- Internal injuries & bleeding
- Road rash, severe lacerations, and scarring
- Amputations or crush injuries
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Broken bones & fractures
The Maaswinkel Law Difference
What We Fight to Recover for Pedestrian & Cyclist Victims:
Securing comprehensive compensation is vital to cover the devastating and often long-term impact of a pedestrian or bicycle accident.
- Medical expenses (past & future)
- Lost wages & loss of earning capacity
- Pain & suffering, emotional distress
- Property damage (destroyed bicycle, clothing)
- Punitive damages (when allowed)
- Wrongful death damages
Not sure what you can claim after being hit by a car while walking or biking? Contact our Orlando pedestrian accident attorney now — we’ll help you understand what your case is worth.
What You Should Do After a Car Accident in Orlando
Your actions immediately after a crash can make or break your case. Follow these steps:
Ensure safety & call 911
Collect evidence — photos, videos, skid marks
Exchange info with drivers & witnesses
Get a copy of the police report
Seek medical treatment immediately
Avoid recorded statements with insurers
Call Maaswinkel Law before signing anything
If you delay medical treatment, insurers may claim your injuries weren’t caused by the crash.
How Maaswinkel Law Handles Your Case
From day one, we take care of the heavy lifting so you can focus on recovery.
Case Evaluation & Investigation
We gather police reports, witness statements, and evidence.
Settlement Negotiation
We demand full compensation from insurers.
Filing a Lawsuit
If insurers lowball, we take it to court.
Discovery & Mediation
Depositions, evidence, and settlement talks.
Trial
Florida Pedestrian & Bicycle Accident Laws
As experienced bike accident lawyers in Orlando, we guide victims through Florida’s specific traffic laws that protect pedestrians and cyclists. Florida law grants specific rights to those on foot and bike, including right-of-way in crosswalks and bike lanes. However, drivers often fail to yield or pay attention, leading to devastating collisions. We understand how to prove driver negligence, even in cases where the victim may be blamed. We are dedicated to holding negligent drivers accountable and securing justice for injured pedestrians and cyclists throughout Orlando and Central Florida.
Common Pedestrian & Bicycle Accident Questions
Florida Statute § 316.130 sets the rules for pedestrians and drivers, and both sides carry obligations. These answers cover how fault and coverage actually work after a crash.
Do pedestrians in Florida always have the right-of-way?
No, and this is the most common misunderstanding. Under Florida Statute § 316.130, drivers must yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks and at intersections — but pedestrians must obey traffic signals and may not step off a curb into the path of a vehicle that cannot stop safely. Right-of-way depends on where and how the crossing happened.
Who is at fault if a pedestrian gets hit by a car?
Fault is rarely all-or-nothing. Florida uses modified comparative negligence under Section 768.81: if you are found more than 50% at fault, you recover nothing; at 50% or less, your recovery is reduced by your share. Insurers routinely argue the pedestrian was distracted or crossing improperly, which is why scene evidence and witness statements matter early.
Who pays my medical bills if I was hit while walking or biking?
Often your own auto policy, even though you were on foot or on a bike. Florida PIP follows the person, not the vehicle, so if you or a household relative owns a car, that PIP generally covers your initial medical bills regardless of fault. If no household PIP exists, the at-fault driver’s bodily injury coverage, your health insurance, or uninsured motorist coverage may apply.
What happens if the driver hit me and left the scene?
Hit-and-run does not end your claim. Uninsured motorist coverage on your own policy, or a household relative’s policy, typically applies when the driver is never identified. Report the crash to law enforcement immediately — a police report is usually required for a UM claim, and nearby business or traffic camera footage is often the only way the driver is found.