Springfield Pedestrian Accidents Information
Provided by a Springfield Car Accident Attorney
Due to the heavy amount of pedestrian traffic in the Southwest Missouri and Springfield area, car accidents involving pedestrians are increasingly common. Pedestrians have a legal obligation to obey traffic laws and remain attentive to surrounding traffic conditions. However, drivers also owe a legal duty to pedestrians and other drivers. Failing to pay attention to road conditions, speeding, or disobeying other traffic laws often results in a driver negligently striking a pedestrian. If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, it is important that you contact a Springfield car accident attorney to assist you in recovering compensation for your injuries.
Experience Investigating and Litigating Pedestrian Accident Claims
David W. Ransin is an experienced personal injury attorney who has represented thousands of pedestrian accident, car crash, 18 wheeler accident, truck accident and motorcycle wreck victims. He has been a trial attorney for more than 27 years and has been voted the Best Solo Practitioner in Missouri two years in a row. His experience and professionalism extend to each of his cases, allowing him to protect his clients’ interests and obtain the best possible outcome for each of his clients.
Mr. Ransin has an in-depth understanding of the intricate laws and strategies associated with pedestrian accidents, as well as knowledge of how insurance companies operate. He is aware of the tactics insurance companies use to avoid claim payments and he is able to thwart these tactics by confronting insurance companies with solid facts and knowledgeable expert witnesses.
Recovering Compensation for Injuries Resulting from Pedestrian Accidents
If you are a pedestrian who has been hurt by a negligent driver, you are likely owed compensation for your injuries. You may be entitled to the following damages:
- Medical bills, including emergency room fees, surgical procedures, and other hospital costs
- Lost wages resulting from your injury
- Costs of rehabilitation and physical therapy
- Disability or disfigurement
- Pain and suffering
David W. Ransin has established a close working relationship with economists, life care planners, and medical experts who are available to assist him in determining the full financial impact of your injury. Using this network of experts, Mr. Ransin is able to accurately prove the compensation that is owed to you.
Contact David W. Ransin
If you have been hurt in a pedestrian accident, David W. Ransin is available to assist you in recovering compensation for your injuries. Mr. Ransin’s expertise allows him to properly investigate the facts of each case, determine the financial impact of an accident, and present the evidence to a judge or jury in a persuasive manner. If you are in need of a personal injury attorney, including a Springfield car accident lawyer, contact David W. Ransin today for a free initial consultation.