One of the most common examples of a pedestrian accident may occur when a vehicle strikes a pedestrian while they are crossing the street. When a pedestrian is involved in such an accident, they may suffer serious injuries. A driver’s negligence could allow a person to file for compensation. However, the plaintiff will have to prove the driver operated their vehicle with negligence. In some cases, a person may cross the road illegally against the light. While a driver still may owe that person a duty of care to avoid striking them, the pedestrian could be found partially at fault.