California is one of the highest vehicular-accident prone states in the US. Statistics from the Crash Data Analysis and Statistics report of [[2](https://www.txdot.gov/data-maps/crash-reports-records/crash-data-analysis-statistics.html)] show that in 2023 alone, over 250,000 people were injured or killed in car crashes in California. Knowing your rights and protection after such an accident can be the difference between getting the justice you deserve and the tragedy of being overlooked.
As a pedestrian, you have certain rights when involved in an accident with a motor vehicle. Knowing your rights is key to getting the best outcome for your case.