If you’ve been struck by a vehicle while crossing a street, walking through a parking lot, or simply standing on a sidewalk in Broken Arrow, the physical and financial damage can be devastating. Pedestrians have no protection against a 4,000-pound vehicle. Broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord damage are common. And while you’re focused on survival and recovery, the driver’s insurance company is already working to pay you as little as possible.

That’s the reality of these cases. Having an experienced Broken Arrow, OK pedestrian accident lawyer changes the equation. At Polchinski & Smith Personal Injury Lawyers, we fight for people who’ve been hit by negligent drivers. We investigate collisions, gather evidence, and handle insurance companies so you can focus on getting better. Reach out for a free case evaluation.

Why Choose Polchinski & Smith Personal Injury Lawyers in Broken Arrow, OK?

Decades of Trial and Negotiation Experience

Pedestrian cases require attorneys who understand both the medicine and the law. Our team brings 54 years of combined experience to every case. Ryan Polchinski has spent 11 years handling serious injury matters and earned an appellate opinion in Estenson Logistics et al vs Hopson before age 30. Andrew Polchinski brings 8 years of courtroom experience with multiple jury trials taken to verdict. Houston Smith contributes 35 years of practice and holds bar admissions in Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas. This collective experience shapes how we approach pedestrian accident claims—strategically and aggressively.

Millions Recovered for Injured Oklahomans

Our attorneys have secured millions for clients across Oklahoma. When a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, the injuries often require multiple surgeries, extended rehabilitation, and permanent lifestyle changes. We pursue compensation that addresses these realities—not quick settlements designed to close files. Medical bills, lost wages, future care needs, and pain and suffering all factor into what your case is worth.

Exclusive Focus on Injured Victims

We represent plaintiffs only. No insurance companies. No corporations. No conflicting interests. When you hire Polchinski & Smith Personal Injury Lawyers, every resource and strategy serves one goal: maximizing your recovery.

Consultations Cost Nothing

You shouldn’t have to pay to find out if you have a case. We offer free evaluations where we review the accident facts, explain your legal options, and provide honest guidance. No pressure, no strings attached.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I highly recommend these people if you have been in an automobile accident. Andrew handled all the paperwork and the transactions with the insurance companies and care facilities, so that we were free just to recover from the injuries. Excellent representation, everything went so smoothly. They really know what they are doing” — W. Dale Hayton

Types of Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle in Broken Arrow

Vehicle-pedestrian collisions happen throughout Broken Arrow under various circumstances. Drivers owe a duty of care to watch for people on foot. When they breach that duty, victims deserve compensation. Our attorneys handle cases involving:

• Crosswalk collisions. Drivers must yield to pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks. Yet distracted, impatient, and reckless drivers regularly fail to stop. We hold them accountable for the injuries they cause.

• Intersection accidents. Turning vehicles create significant dangers for pedestrians crossing with the signal. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that intersections are among the deadliest locations for pedestrians nationwide. Drivers focused on gaps in traffic often ignore people in crosswalks.

• Parking lot and garage incidents. Shopping centers, office parks, and parking structures mix heavy vehicle and foot traffic. Poor lighting, blind corners, and drivers distracted by their phones create constant hazards. Both negligent drivers and property owners may share liability.

• Hit and run crashes. Some drivers flee after striking pedestrians. These cases require thorough investigation—reviewing surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, examining vehicle debris left at the scene. We work to identify responsible parties even when drivers try to escape accountability.

• Intoxicated driver collisions. Drunk and impaired drivers have delayed reactions and poor judgment, making them especially dangerous to pedestrians. Our firm pursues DUI-related accident claims and seeks full compensation when impaired driving causes catastrophic injuries.

• Distracted driving incidents. According to the CDC’s distracted driving data, nine people die daily in crashes involving distracted drivers. About one in five victims killed in these accidents are pedestrians, cyclists, or others outside vehicles. A driver glancing at a text message for five seconds travels the length of a football field essentially blind.

Oklahoma Legal Requirements for Pedestrian Accidents

Two state statutes directly affect your ability to recover compensation after a pedestrian accident in Broken Arrow.

Oklahoma uses a modified comparative fault system under Title 23 of the Oklahoma Statutes. Under this rule, you can recover damages if you bear 50% or less of the fault for the accident. Your award is reduced by your share of responsibility. If a jury determines you were 25% at fault, you receive 75% of your damages. But exceed the 50% threshold and you get nothing.

Insurance adjusters exploit this rule constantly. They’ll claim you crossed against the light, stepped into traffic without looking, wore dark clothing at night, or otherwise contributed to your injuries. These arguments aim to shift blame and minimize payouts. Preserving evidence quickly—witness contact information, traffic camera footage, photos of the scene—helps counter these tactics. An attorney can begin this work immediately while you focus on medical care.

Oklahoma also imposes a two-year statute of limitations under Title 12 of the Oklahoma Statutes. You must file your lawsuit within two years of the accident date or lose your legal claim forever. That deadline arrives faster than most people expect, especially when serious injuries require months of treatment.

Pedestrian injuries tend to be severe. NHTSA crash statistics show pedestrians account for a significant and growing percentage of traffic deaths. The Bureau of Labor Statistics documents similar patterns for workers struck by vehicles in warehouses, construction zones, and loading docks. Without any barrier between their bodies and a moving vehicle, pedestrians absorb tremendous force even in low-speed collisions.

Contact Polchinski & Smith Personal Injury Lawyers

Dealing with severe injuries while battling an insurance company is exhausting. Medical appointments, physical therapy sessions, and mounting bills demand your attention. Let our attorneys handle the legal side.

Polchinski & Smith Personal Injury Lawyers provides free consultations with no obligation. We represent clients on contingency—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our team manages all communication with insurers, investigates the accident, and builds your case while you concentrate on healing.

Contact us today to discuss your Broken Arrow pedestrian injury case.