If you were hit in a crosswalk in Missouri, get medical help immediately, call police, preserve evidence, and speak with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible because you may have a strong claim against the driver who hit you. Missouri law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks in key situations, and Missouri’s driver guide also tells drivers they must yield to pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks and must not pass a vehicle stopped for a pedestrian.
At Sansone & Lauber, we know how serious these cases are. When a car hits a person in a crosswalk, the injuries are often severe, the insurance company starts looking for excuses immediately, and the fight over fault starts fast. We handle pedestrian accident cases, we offer a free consultation, and we work on a no fee unless we win basis.
If you were hit in a crosswalk anywhere in Missouri, call 314-863-0500 now.
What You Should Do Right Away
- Call 911
- Get medical care immediately
- Make sure a police report is made
- Take photos of the crosswalk, intersection, vehicle, and your injuries
- Get the driver’s name, insurance, and plate number
- Get witness names and phone numbers
- Look around for nearby cameras or businesses that may have video
- Do not give the insurance company a recorded statement
- Call Sansone & Lauber at 314-863-0500
Why Crosswalk Cases Matter
Pedestrian accidents are violent.
The human body does not absorb impact like a vehicle does.
That is why crosswalk injuries often involve:
- Head injuries
- Concussions
- Back injuries
- Neck injuries
- Broken bones
- Knee injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Internal injuries
- Permanent disability
At Sansone & Lauber, we handle pedestrian accident cases because these are not minor claims. They can change a person’s life in seconds.
7 Steps to Protect Your Case
1. Get medical help first
Your health comes first. Do not wait to “see how you feel tomorrow.”
2. Call the police
A police report can become critical evidence later.
3. Photograph everything
Take photos of the crosswalk, traffic lights, signage, road markings, the car, and your injuries.
4. Get witness information
Independent witnesses can make a huge difference in a crosswalk case.
5. Preserve your evidence
Save your shoes, clothing, medical papers, and anything else tied to the incident.
6. Do not talk to the insurance company alone
They are looking for statements they can use against you.
7. Call Sansone & Lauber
Call 314-863-0500 as soon as possible so we can help protect the evidence and start building your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have a case if I was hit in a marked crosswalk in Missouri?
You may have a very strong case. Missouri law gives pedestrians important protections in marked and unmarked crosswalks, and drivers are required to yield in specific situations.
What if the driver says I stepped out too fast?
That is a common defense. Missouri law does say a pedestrian cannot suddenly leave a curb or place of safety and enter the path of a vehicle so close that the driver cannot yield. But that does not automatically mean the driver is not at fault. The full facts matter.
What if I was hit in an unmarked crosswalk?
You may still have a claim. Missouri’s driver guide and Missouri law both recognize pedestrian protections in marked and unmarked crosswalks.
What if I was crossing outside the crosswalk?
That makes the case harder, but not necessarily impossible. Missouri law says pedestrians crossing outside a marked crosswalk or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection generally must yield to vehicles, so fault becomes more contested.
What if the driver had a green light?
That does not automatically end the case. Missouri’s driver guide states that even when facing a green light, drivers must yield to pedestrians in the intersection.
How do I get the crash report?
If the Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated the crash, the Patrol says you should wait 10 days to request a basic crash report, and it currently charges $6 for each basic report.
How much is my crosswalk injury case worth?
That depends on your injuries, medical treatment, lost wages, long-term limitations, and how strong the liability evidence is. In many pedestrian accident cases, damages may include medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and future treatment needs.
Why Choose Sansone & Lauber
At Sansone & Lauber, we understand pedestrian accident cases and how quickly insurers try to shift blame onto the person who got hit.
We know how to evaluate fault issues, investigate the intersection, secure key evidence, and push back when the insurance company tries to downplay serious injuries. We handle pedestrian accident cases as part of our personal injury practice, and we fight so injured people can focus on healing instead of battling the insurance company alone.
If you were hit in a crosswalk in Missouri, this is not the time to wait and hope the insurance company will be fair.
Call a Missouri pedestrian accident lawyer right now.
Call Sansone & Lauber Today
If you were hit in a crosswalk in Missouri, do not let the driver’s insurance company control the story before you understand your rights.
Call Sansone & Lauber at 314-863-0500 now for a free consultation.
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