Yes, you can absolutely sue if you were hit while walking at night — and you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more.

California law protects pedestrians, especially when drivers fail to yield or aren't paying attention. At night, visibility is reduced — but that doesn’t excuse negligent driving. Common causes include:

• Distracted or drunk driving
• Speeding
• Failure to yield at crosswalks
• Poor lighting (which may even involve city liability)

You’ll need to prove the driver was negligent — and potentially explore if there are additional parties at fault (like the city for unsafe lighting or missing signage).

🟡 Tip: Don’t wait. California has strict deadlines for filing injury claims. Call Tim Wright Law right away at (323) 379-9995.

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