Right-of-way laws help provide pedestrians with protection around vehicles. However, they do not always have the right of way. A person still needs to follow specific rules. For example, you cannot cross the road unless there is a crosswalk and the walk symbol flashes.  California uses comparative fault laws, so both parties may have partial liability. A pedestrian you hit could receive less compensation the higher their percentage of responsibility is. In some cases, the pedestrian could be fully to blame for crossing against a red light. They might not be able to recover damages. Learn more about our pedestrian accident legal services.