St. Louis Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

St. Louis Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

A pedestrian has no protection when a car strikes them. Craig J. Concannon helps people hit while walking or crossing the street hold drivers accountable and pursue full compensation.

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Pedestrians have no protection

Pedestrian accidents often cause serious injuries, including broken bones, head and brain injuries, spinal injuries and internal injuries. Many happen in crosswalks, parking lots and neighborhood streets where drivers are distracted, speeding or failing to yield.

Drivers and their insurers sometimes claim the pedestrian stepped out suddenly or wasn't in a crosswalk. Traffic camera and business video, witness statements and the location of the impact can show how the crash really happened.

Craig J. Concannon identifies all available insurance, including the driver's policy and your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.

Finding the video

Traffic and business cameras, gathered before they're overwritten.

Every source of coverage

Including your own UM/UIM coverage.

Countering blame

We answer claims that you stepped out suddenly.

Serious injury claims

Planning for long recoveries and future care.

Accident Scenarios

Common types of pedestrian accidents

Many happen where drivers should expect people on foot.

Crosswalk collisions

A driver fails to yield while you cross.

Parking lot accidents

A car backs into you or turns into you.

Hit-and-run crashes

A driver hits you and leaves the scene.

Turning vehicles

Drivers turning without looking for people crossing.

Serious Injuries

Common pedestrian injuries

Even low-speed impacts can cause serious harm to a person on foot.

Concussions & brain injuries

Head injuries can affect memory, mood and work.

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Burns & road rash

Friction and fire burns that can need grafts.

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Lacerations & scars

Deep cuts that can leave permanent scars.

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Soft tissue injuries

Sprains, strains and back injuries.

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Broken bones & spinal injuries

Fractures and spinal damage from violent impacts.

Amputation & disfigurement

Catastrophic, life-changing injuries.

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Who Is Responsible

Who is responsible for a pedestrian accident?

Drivers must watch for pedestrians and yield to them in crosswalks. A driver can be held responsible for:

  • Speeding and being unable to stop in time.
  • Distracted driving looking at a phone instead of the road.
  • Impaired driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • Turning without looking at intersections and driveways.
  • Failing to yield to people in crosswalks.

Missouri pedestrian claims

  • Missouri follows pure comparative fault.
  • A pedestrian who was partly at fault, for example by crossing outside a crosswalk, can usually still recover compensation, reduced by their share of fault.
  • Your own uninsured motorist coverage may apply after a hit-and-run.
  • Most personal injury lawsuits must be filed within five years (RSMo § 516.120).
Laws change and every case is different. This is general information, not legal advice.

After the Crash

What to do after being hit

Get medical care

Get treated right away, even if you can walk away.

Report the crash

Make sure the police make a report.

Get the details

Driver information, license plate and witness names.

Call Craig quickly

So camera footage can be requested before it's gone.

Hit while walking? Talk to Craig today.

Free, confidential consultation. No attorney fee unless you recover.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Can I recover if I was not in a crosswalk?
Often, yes. Missouri follows pure comparative fault, so a pedestrian who was partly at fault can still recover compensation, reduced by their percentage of fault. Drivers must still use care to avoid hitting pedestrians anywhere on the road.
What if the driver who hit me left the scene?
Report the crash to the police right away. If the driver is never found, your own uninsured motorist coverage may pay for your injuries, even though you were walking when you were hit.
Whose insurance pays after a pedestrian accident?
The at-fault driver's liability insurance is usually the main source of compensation. If that coverage is too small or the driver is uninsured, your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage may apply.
How long do I have to file a pedestrian accident claim in Missouri?
Most Missouri personal injury lawsuits must be filed within five years of the injury (RSMo § 516.120). Wrongful death claims generally must be filed within three years of the death (RSMo § 537.100), and claims involving government entities can have much shorter notice deadlines.
How much does it cost to hire Craig J. Concannon?
Your consultation is free, and you pay no attorney fee unless you recover compensation. Call (314) 421-3329 or visit our Clayton office at 7911 Forsyth Blvd #300.