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At George Ide LLP, our expert pedestrian accident solicitors understand the devastating impact that road traffic accidents can have on pedestrians.

If you’ve been injured as a pedestrian due to someone else’s negligence, our experienced solicitors are here to help you claim the pedestrian injury compensation you deserve.

What is a Pedestrian Injury Claim?

A pedestrian accident claim is a legal process where an injured pedestrian seeks compensation for injuries and/or financial losses sustained in a road traffic accident which wasn’t their fault.

Our pedestrian accident compensation solicitors can help you claim for various damages, including:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Medical expenses
  • Loss of earnings
  • Rehabilitation costs
  • Travel expenses
  • Care and assistance

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“We are so grateful for all your hard work, and the passion with which you fought for him…it has given him a sense of self-worth that someone in your professional position can see what kind of man he is and what he should be awarded…”

“Thank you so much, you have restored our faith in humanity, and we would have no reservations about recommending you to anyone in the future!…”

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Why Choose George Ide LLP?

At George Ide LLP, we have over three decades of experience in successfully representing pedestrians injured in traffic accidents. Our dedicated team of pedestrian accident solicitors offers:

  • Extensive expertise in personal injury law
  • Access to top medical experts and rehabilitation services, where appropriate
  • A personalised approach tailored to your specific needs
  • Ongoing support throughout the claims process and beyond
  • A personal injury team rated in Chambers & Partners’ legal directory
  • Law Society accreditation for quality control
  • A proud Headway Sussex member and a founder member of the Motor Accident Solicitors’ Society
  • A track record of securing substantial settlements, including those exceeding £1 million
  • Our personal injury department comprises members of the Association of Personal Injury Solicitors (APIL)

We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our clients, ensuring you receive the best possible legal representation and support.

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50+ Years of Expertise

For more than 50 years, we have cultivated a well-earned reputation for excellence, becoming recognised as trusted experts in the personal injury field.

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Specialists for a Wide Range Claims

From road traffic accidents and workplace injuries to medical negligence and catastrophic events, we are equipped to provide tailored advice and unwavering support.

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Proud of Our Reviews & Success Stories

We are proud of the positive outcomes we achieve and the strong relationships we build, reflecting our dedication to excellence in personal injury claims.

Meet our personal injury team

Our experienced personal injury team is led by partner Paul Fretwell, who undertakes difficult, complex and high-value claims and is a well-respected specialist in brain, spine and catastrophic injury cases.

Paul Lewis, George Ide partner and head of accident management, is widely acknowledged as a specialist in personal injury claims resulting mainly from road traffic accidents.

Personal Injury Expertise

Pedestrian accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, from minor to severe and catastrophic. Some common injuries we see in pedestrian accident claims include (but are not limited to):

If you’ve suffered any of these injuries or others not listed, consider making a pedestrian claim for compensation from our personal injury solicitors.

Types of Pedestrian Accidents We Handle

Our personal injury solicitors have extensive experience in handling claims for various types of pedestrian accidents, including:

Don’t let the impact of a pedestrian accident overwhelm you. Contact George Ide LLP’s expert pedestrian accident solicitors today for a free initial consultation. We’re here to fight for your rights and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

Motorcycle Accident Success Story

Our client Mr H, a motorcyclist in his 50s, sustained knee and hip fractures in a road accident and was unfit to return to his job in a workshop as a result. Our personal injury team obtained an early admission of liability as well as interim payments to assist him financially and to provide rehabilitation to help him achieve maximum independence. We settled Mr H’s claim for £420,000 without the need for court proceedings, ensuring his future financial security.

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Client Testimonials

Thank you for looking after me and my case. Not just a solicitor, you were a supporter and friend from the off. I felt that you ‘got’ me and understood where I was coming from. The very unexpected payout takes a lot of worries away, thank you.

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Paul Fretwell

My daughter and I are extremely lucky to be alive after an awful road traffic accident on the M1 motorway 3 years ago. I had some severe injuries and fortunately I’ve recovered very well (although not without some life altering effects). My good fortune continued when I engaged George Ide solicitors to help with a personal injury claim a few weeks after I was released from hospital after almost 2 months.My dealings with the company have been outstanding in terms of professionalism, thoroughness and sensitivity. I feel that partner Paul Fretwell and his very capable team have worked extremely hard on my case. They achieved a successful and stress-free outcome for which I’m very grateful. I am most appreciative of the kindness and support shown to me throughout the time Paul and his colleagues advised, guided and helped me through what could have been a much more traumatic process without them. I would not hesitate in recommending George Ide solicitors to anyone who needs assistance with a personal injury claim. Paul Fretwell in particular is someone I have great confidence in and his diligence is exemplary. Many thanks once again Paul!

Paul Fretwell

We thought that we needed to write to you to express our deepest thanks for the way that you personally and all of the staff involved with you carried out the whole case from beginning to end.
The background people are often overlooked but we feel that we had the best team playing for us on all levels.

Paul Fretwell

Dear Paul. Thank you for you email. I am so pleased that everything has finally come to an acceptable solution. I am grateful for all your attention throughout. I have, at all times, felt supported by yourself and your firm and confident that you were working in my best interests to resolve the claim.

Kind Regards Janet
Paul Lewis

I really appreciate your work in this matter, including all of the updates and advice, everything has been so smooth. I will recommend you to my clients. Hollie Redman

Paul Lewis

Right from the beginning of my journey to claim for compensation for my injuries after being knocked off my bike by a car driver, Paul Lewis has been a tower of strength. His advice, guidance and care in ensuring my claim proceeded smoothly has been First Class. Always promptly keeping me informed of progress by email. A friendly, compassionate listening ear when needed to my worries and concerns. Helping and guiding me every step of the way. I have received the best possible advice throughout, resulting in an excellent outcome, expertly and tenaciously negotiated for me by Paul. Thank You.

Mrs Marion Smith
Paul Lewis

Thank you seems such a trivial word and yet without your tenacity, we would not be here today. For all the medical providers you sought out and your words of stability at each and every stage I cannot thank you enough. You will never know how much of a difference you have made, without your constant reassurance and steps of transition to medical assistance especially during Covid I know I would not be at this stage on my journey.

Michele Scott-Green
Paul Lewis

On a personal note : Thanks for everything you have done, some may say you are just doing your job but the support you offered both in the structure you set up to get me fit again, as well as the emotional counsel you gave got me through one of the most difficult and frightening situations I had dealt with to date. I will certainly be highly recommending you to anyone else that needs such a service. You are a great asset to the firm and hope they know that!

Simon Horn
Paul Lewis

Following a traumatic motorcycle accident, I found myself in unfamiliar territory and in the need of a personal injury lawyer. From my first phone call to George Ides, I was in no doubt that they would be best team to handle my case, guiding me not only through the legal but also the rehabilitation process, I was always in good hands. Paul is a consummate professional, incredibly thoughtful and compassionate, but at the same time ensuring that I had the best advice and in a timely manner,  a heart felt thank you, Paul.

Kate Buttriss
Paul Fretwell

Thank you for all your effort and excellent advice and work in this matter. It’s very much appreciated and I will certainly use you and your firm again in the future should I require legal services.

Roger Koep
Paul Lewis

On April 9th 2010 it was my turn to be involved in a traffic accident with an uninsured driver. Although my injury was only a minor back injury, I wanted to be able to claim some sort of compensation if only for some treatment of physiotherapy. George Ide LLP, appointed by my insurance company, have been absolutely superb in representing my claim for personal injury against the Motor Insurance Bureau. With the expertise of Paul Lewis, Head of Accident Management, he has managed to increase the original offer made by the MIB almost threefold. It has been a long process, as Paul advised from the outset, but has been worthwhile and rewarding. I do hope that I do not need to use Paul’s expertise ever again, but know that if I do I would be in the hands of a very capable and friendly team.

Ms H
Paul Lewis

How can I just say thank you, if I say it a hundred times it wouldn’t be enough. What you have achieved is unbelievable, I never imagined the compensation would amount to anything like that, if you recall, I once asked you if I might get another £27.000 making a grand total of £100.000, than I truly thought I could possibly get between £150.000 and £200.000 and I’d have been happy, so you can imagine how shocked and thrilled I was when the figure was doubled.

When I left your offices I was almost in tears, it didn’t feel right saying goodbye, I felt like I was saying goodbye to a friend, which I feel you’ve been. I don’t know how I’d have got through the last couple of years without your input, I didn’t even know I was entitled to compensation until you told me, which also means no rehab either. I can’t begin to imagine the mess I’d be in now.

I will be eternally grateful Paul for all you have done.

Best wishes

Sue
Paul Fretwell

Contact Our Personal Injury Solicitors

Reach out to us today for expert guidance and compassionate support after an injury. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or a loved one, our experienced personal injury solicitors are here to listen and provide tailored advice.

Call us on 01243 786 668 to speak with a member of our team, or send us a message using our contact form or emailing direct info@georgeide.co.uk.

Let us help you take the first step towards the compensation and recovery you deserve.

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Paul Lewis - Personal Injury Specialist
Author: Paul Lewis
Published on: Last updated: 30th July 2026