If you were hit by a negligent driver while walking in St. Louis, you need an experienced pedestrian injury attorney to protect your rights.
Sumner Law Group, LLC, has extensive experience representing people in St. Louis who have been injured in pedestrian collisions. We will stand by your side, offer critical support, and handle the legal process for you while you focus on recovery.
Contact us today for your free consultation with a St. Louis pedestrian accident lawyer at our law firm.
Under Missouri law, pedestrians have the right to use crosswalks and sidewalks, and drivers must yield to them in many situations. If a driver violates traffic laws or is otherwise negligent and causes harm to a pedestrian, they may be held legally responsible for the consequences.
Pedestrian rights in St. Louis include:
There are several steps to pursuing a pedestrian accident claim. You will need to not only prove the other driver was at fault, but also show the extent and impact of your injuries, as expressed in a dollar figure.
Here is a basic outline of the main steps in filing a pedestrian accident claim:
In St. Louis, pedestrian accidents frequently occur in dense urban areas, residential neighborhoods, and shopping districts. But they can happen just about anywhere. Some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents include:
Each of these accidents reflects negligence on the driver’s part and may constitute a valid pedestrian accident claim. Our firm can investigate your accident to determine who may be responsible, and gather the evidence needed to pursue maximum compensation.
Being hit by a car can cause severe injuries, psychological trauma, and significant financial strain. The liable party can be held responsible for the losses and damage they have caused. Compensation for a pedestrian accident may include the following:
In the event of a fatal pedestrian accident, surviving loved ones may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. Compensation in wrongful death claims can include funeral and burial expenses, loss of income and benefits, loss of companionship, and loss of parental guidance.
Under Missouri law, you typically have five years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is three years.
It is crucial to act swiftly when pursuing your claim, as delays in the legal process can occur, evidence can be lost or destroyed, and witness memories can fade. Contact our Missouri pedestrian injury lawyers as soon as possible so we can get started building your claim right away.
To recover the compensation and see the accountability you deserve, you must prove that the driver acted negligently – that is, that they failed to behave with sufficient caution while operating their vehicle. Perhaps they were speeding, rolled through a stop sign, or simply were not paying attention to their surroundings. Regardless of the specifics, if the driver was negligent, they are likely responsible for compensating you.
To prove the driver was negligent, our attorneys can assemble a substantial body of evidence, such as:
Sumner Law Group, LLC, has decades of experience protecting pedestrians’ rights. Our experienced personal injury attorneys are prepared to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve. We understand the unique challenges pedestrians face and the tactics insurance companies use to downplay injuries and minimize payouts. You do not have to face them alone.
Contact us today for a free consultation about your pedestrian accident case.
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