Pedestrians are the most vulnerable road users, with no physical protection, injuries are often serious and life-changing. If you’ve been injured while walking on the road or pavement in Newtownabbey due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to full compensation. Kearney Law Group can help you claim with no upfront costs and a risk-free legal process.
A pedestrian injury claim is the legal process of seeking compensation after being hit by a vehicle or injured because of unsafe road conditions. Many pedestrian accidents happen when drivers fail to pay attention, speed through junctions, or ignore pedestrian rights of way at crossings.
If a driver, cyclist, local authority, or another road user was negligent, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, medical treatment, loss of earnings, and long-term impact on your life.
Pedestrian accidents often occur due to:
Even if your injuries seemed minor at first, symptoms can worsen over time. Our team can help you understand your rights and take the next step.
Without protection, pedestrians can suffer serious physical and psychological injuries, including:
If you’ve been injured in any way as a pedestrian, we're here to help you secure the support and compensation you deserve.
If you’ve been injured as a pedestrian, you may be able to claim compensation for:
You won’t pay anything to begin your claim. We’ll handle everything and move forward only when you’re ready.
We’ve helped many clients across Newtownabbey and Northern Ireland successfully claim after road traffic accidents, including cycling incidents. We know how to gather the right evidence and secure fair compensation.
Unlike some firms, we don’t take a cut. The full compensation we recover goes directly to you.
We’ll review your case at no cost, explain your options, and provide clear, honest advice—without pressure.
You’ll be kept informed at every stage of your case, with straightforward updates and answers whenever you need them.
“No Win, No Fee” isn’t permitted in Northern Ireland, but we offer a safe alternative. With our legal insurance, you’re fully protected from legal costs if your claim isn’t successful.
Whether your accident happened in Newtownabbey, or beyond, our team is here to help. We offer support in person, over the phone, or online.
A pedestrian injury claim allows you to seek compensation if you were injured while walking on a road or pavement due to someone else’s negligence—usually a vehicle driver, cyclist, or local authority responsible for road maintenance.
Yes. Whether you were at a designated crossing or not, you may still be able to claim compensation if the driver was negligent or failed to follow road safety laws.
You can still claim compensation through the Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB) if the driver fled the scene or was uninsured. We will handle this process for you.
Yes. Even if you were partially responsible—such as crossing between parked cars or being distracted—you may still receive compensation under contributory negligence rules. Your compensation would be adjusted to reflect shared responsibility.
Yes. If you tripped or fell because of a pothole, broken pavement, loose kerbstone, or unsafe walkway, you may be able to bring a claim against the local council or highways authority.
Yes, if a vehicle was involved, you should report the accident to the police as soon as possible. A police report provides important evidence for your claim.
Useful evidence includes:
We can help you gather all the evidence needed.
Yes. Medical reports are essential for proving your injuries and calculating compensation. Always seek medical attention as soon as possible after the accident.
You can claim for all types of physical and psychological injuries, including fractures, head injuries, spinal damage, soft tissue injuries, and trauma-related anxiety or PTSD.
In Northern Ireland, you usually have three years from the date of the accident to start your claim. For children, the three-year limit begins on their 18th birthday.
A parent or guardian can make a claim on behalf of a child under 18 who has been injured as a pedestrian.
Most pedestrian claims are settled outside of court. If your case does go to a hearing, we’ll represent you and guide you the whole way.
Your compensation depends on the severity of your injuries and their impact on your life, including pain, loss of mobility, lost earnings, and medical costs. We can give you a personalised estimate once we review your case.
Yes. You can claim for medical expenses, rehabilitation, travel costs, loss of income, and any care or assistance you’ve needed since the accident.
No. We offer a risk-free pedestrian claim service with no upfront costs and no financial risk to you.
You can switch to us at any stage of your claim. We make the process simple and there is no extra cost for transferring your case.
We specialise in road traffic accident claims in Northern Ireland, offer no upfront fees, handle all the legal work, and you keep 100% of your compensation.
Kearney Law Group specialises in legal services relating to Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence. We are committed to achieving the best results for our clients.
Contact us today to arrange your FREE initial consultation relating to any of the above matters.
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