Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in St. Louis 

Providing Aggressive Legal Representation For Pedestrian Accident Victims

Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents can occur anywhere and without warning. Sadly, many accidents occur so quickly that pedestrians do not have time to react and end up suffering severe injuries.

If you or a family member have been injured in a pedestrian accident, you may be trying to determine your next steps to try and recover damages for your injuries and lost time at work. If your child was injured, you most likely are feeling frightened about their health and well-being.

Pedestrian accidents can be life-changing for the victim as they lack the same protections that individuals riding in motor vehicles enjoy. In most instances, it may take weeks, months, or even years for individuals to fully recover after being involved in a pedestrian accident.

If you need legal assistance with a pedestrian accident case, contact the Labovitz Law Firm of St. Louis, MO, and ask to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your legal options.

What Are the Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in St. Louis?

Although a pedestrian accident may occur without warning, there are several commonly reported causes, which include:

• Drunk driver
• Hit-and-run accident
• Drivers failing to yield the right of way to a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
• Failure to see a pedestrian in a parking lot
• A driver is under the influence of controlled or illegal substances.
• A pedestrian steps off the curb and is struck by a car or bus.
• A collision with a bicyclist.

However, the number one cause of pedestrian accidents is distracted driving. In our modern world, many drivers are distracted by their cell phones or GPS and fail to see a pedestrian before it is too late and end up striking them.

Why Should I Hire a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Before Speaking With the Driver’s Insurance Company?

Often, when pedestrians file an insurance claim, the insurer may try to blame the victim for the accident. Sadly, a pedestrian can contribute to the accident by failing to use the sidewalk or a pedestrian crossing, jaywalking, or walking at night wearing dark clothing.

Nevertheless, regardless of why the accident occurred, injury victims should never speak to the other party’s insurance provider without consulting a knowledgeable lawyer. The Labovitz Law Firm has extensive experience dealing with insurance companies and is familiar with the strategies they often use to minimize their financial responsibility.

Our personal injury attorney will review your case and, if necessary, work to prove liability so that your claim may move forward. Suppose the insurance company is unwilling to negotiate a fair settlement for your claim. In that case, our attorney is prepared to file a pedestrian accident lawsuit to try and help you recover the compensation you deserve.

Additionally, suppose you are a pedestrian injured by a hit-and-run driver who has never been identified. In that case, we can help you file a claim with your insurance provider to help you recover damages.

What Type of Compensation Can I Recover From a Pedestrian Accident Claim?

If you have suffered injuries or a family member has died as a result of a fatal pedestrian accident, you may be able to recover economic and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are awarded to repay accident victims money they have been forced to pay due to their injuries. Commonly awarded economic damages include:

• Past and current medical bills, including compensation for physical therapy or rehabilitation costs.
• Lost wages
• Loss of earning potential

Additionally, if the victim sustained catastrophic injuries that left them permanently disabled, such as spinal cord or traumatic brain injuries, the Labovitz Law Firm will fight to obtain damages that cover ongoing medical care.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages are designed to try and make the victim “whole” again by compensating them for intangible losses, which may include:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium
• Permanent disfigurement and scarring

Damages in a Fatal Pedestrian Accident

The family of the individual who was killed in the pedestrian accident may be entitled to recover compensatory damages for their loss. Just as with other injury claims, the family may also be awarded economic and non-economic damages, which include:

• Lost wages
• Loss of potential future earnings
• Funeral and burial costs
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Loss of services, support, and companionship

If you have lost a family member in a pedestrian accident caused by driver negligence, you need an experienced attorney who can thoroughly evaluate your case. Contact the St. Louis law office of the Labovitz Law Firm and ask to schedule a free case evaluation to determine what legal strategies may be suitable for your family.

What Makes Your Personal Injury Lawyer the Right Choice for My Pedestrian Accident Case?

Labovitz Law Firm recognizes that the effects of being injured in a pedestrian accident can be a life-altering experience for victims and their families. Living in a large city like St. Louis greatly increases the risk of an automobile injuring a pedestrian.

For these reasons, our legal team strives to ensure that accident victims receive the fair treatment they deserve and compensation that will give them the peace of mind they need moving forward.

If we agree to take your case, we will conduct an independent investigation by reviewing police and medical reports and eyewitness testimony and gathering video or surveillance footage of the accident.

Our personal injury attorney has built solid relationships with physicians and other healthcare providers and will use this knowledge to build and strengthen your case.

Furthermore, the Labovitz Law Firm will act as your legal advocate with the insurance provider and work to negotiate a financial recovery that will provide for your out-of-pocket expenses, future medical care, and emotional trauma.

Contact our St. Louis law offices at 314-668-2268 and ask to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to learn more about how we can assist you.