Were You Injured in a Pedestrian Accident?
When a pedestrian is struck by a truck, automobile or motorcycle the results can be devastating. At Cantor and Burger we have acted as pedestrian accident lawyers, representing folks in numerous personal injury lawsuits.
According to Missouri’s statutes, a pedestrian has the right of way when they are crossing within a marked crosswalk or in the area where a crosswalk would be with a continuation of the sidewalk.So, whenever you are crossing a street be sure to stay within the crosswalk. If the street does not have marked crosswalks, cross the street as if the sidewalk extended and continued on the other side. Because pedestrians have the right of way in these areas, so if they are struck while traversing a street it’s the car’s fault.
The challenge comes when someone doesn’t cross at a crosswalk but in the middle of a block. A car should be vigilant for people who cross the street at various locations because this frequently occurs. If a driver does see a pedestrian crossing the street, they still have to yield to pedestrian’s right of way. Pedestrians often get hit because the drivers do not see them.
If you have been struck by a car while walking please contact us. At Cantor and Burger we thoroughly investigate pedestrian accidents, get statements of witnesses, take pictures, draw diagrams, and hire an accident reconstructionist. We are willing to do whatever is necessary to prove our case. If you have questions, or would like Cantor and Burger to represent you in your pedestrian accident case, please contact us at 314-542-9999.
