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Ohio Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Hit by a car while walking in Ohio? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: Moderate
Filing Deadline: 2 years
Fatality Rate: 1.5 per 100k
2 years
Statute of Limitations
180+
Annual Fatalities
1.5 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Ohio Crosswalk Laws

Moderate Pedestrian Protections

Pedestrians have right-of-way in crosswalks. Drivers must yield.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians must obey traffic signals. Jaywalking laws enforced.

Ohio Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

In Ohio, you have 2 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Modified comparative fault (51%)

Ohio uses modified comparative fault. You can recover if you're less than 51% at fault.

Minimum Insurance

Ohio requires minimum coverage of $25,000/$50,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Ohio

Columbus High Street
Cleveland Euclid Avenue
Cincinnati Reading Road

What Makes Ohio Unique

  • Columbus implementing Vision Zero
  • Cleveland and Cincinnati have pedestrian safety programs

Cities We Serve in Ohio

Columbus
OH
Cleveland
OH
Cincinnati
OH
Toledo
OH

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