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South Dakota Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Hit by a car while walking in South Dakota? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: Moderate
Filing Deadline: 3 years
Fatality Rate: 1.7 per 100k
3 years
Statute of Limitations
15+
Annual Fatalities
1.7 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

South Dakota Crosswalk Laws

Moderate Pedestrian Protections

Pedestrians have right-of-way in crosswalks. Drivers must yield.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians must use crosswalks where available.

South Dakota Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 3 years

In South Dakota, you have 3 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Modified comparative fault (slight)

South Dakota uses modified comparative fault. You can recover if you're less than 51% at fault.

Minimum Insurance

South Dakota requires minimum coverage of $25,000/$50,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in South Dakota

Sioux Falls 41st Street
Rapid City Main Street
Interstate corridors

What Makes South Dakota Unique

  • Low population density means limited pedestrian infrastructure
  • Tourism in Black Hills area

Cities We Serve in South Dakota

Sioux Falls
SD
Rapid City
SD
Aberdeen
SD
Brookings
SD

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