Right after a collision, your priorities should be medical and practical. The legal value of what you do next can be significant.
- Get checked promptly, even if you feel “mostly okay.” Some injuries from pedestrian impacts (like concussion symptoms or soft-tissue trauma) can show up later.
- Document the scene while it’s fresh: traffic signals, crosswalk position, lighting conditions, vehicle location, and any visible roadway hazards.
- Write down your timeline (as soon as you can): where you entered the crosswalk/roadway, what the light was doing, and what you noticed about the driver’s behavior.
- Collect witness contact info. In Auburn, you may find witnesses among commuters, nearby business employees, or people who were waiting at the same stop.
If you’re concerned about contacting insurers or posting about the incident, it’s often better to speak with counsel first. Statements made early can be used later to argue you were partly at fault.


