What should you know about pedestrian accidents in Arizona?
Wide, multi-lane arterial roads in Phoenix, Mesa and Tucson are designed for speed, with long distances between marked crossings, which can put people on foot at risk — especially after dark. Light-rail stations along the Valley Metro line and busy shopping corridors add foot traffic near fast-moving cars.
Arizona tip: Nearby business and light-rail cameras may have footage — ask quickly before it is overwritten.
Who may be responsible for a pedestrian accident in Arizona?
The driver is usually the main responsible party, but property owners and agencies can share responsibility. In Arizona, that can include the driver, the driver's employer, a property owner — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Arizona's pure comparative fault rule, a share of blame for the pedestrian accident lowers what you can recover but never bars the claim outright. Read Arizona car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a pedestrian accident claim in Arizona?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the pedestrian accident. Claims involving Arizona cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.