Walking and running are popular activities that offer opportunities for exercise, relaxation, and enjoyment of the outdoors. Unfortunately, the volume of traffic on America's roads can spell trouble for pedestrians. Clearly, a person on foot has no protection against the speed and weight of a motor vehicle. Because of their vulnerability, pedestrians are at risk for serious injury or loss of life if drivers are careless, inattentive or negligent. Latest figures from the U.S. Department of Transportation confirm that more than 11 people nationwide are killed every day when they are struck by a motor vehicle. That means that a pedestrian loses his or her life about every two hours.

A St. Louis car versus pedestrian accident attorney at Ryan R. Cox & Associates knows that state figures report more than 3 pedestrian deaths per month in Missouri. More than 18 pedestrians suffer injuries every month in crashes with cars, trucks, or other vehicles. If the injuries you've suffered are severe ones, you could be in for a long period of medical treatment. It's important to know your rights and to choose an attorney who has significant experience in handling personal injury cases for pedestrians. Ryan R. Cox & Associates has earned a reputation for excellence when it comes to providing effective representation for injury victims.

Our St. Louis personal injury and wrongful death lawyer is known for his compassion for families affected by the tragic loss of a loved one. When a pedestrian traffic crash death touches your family, you may rely on our professionalism and our sensitivity to help you through the difficult aftermath of an accident. We know that you will have many questions, and that you need to understand your rights. If your late loved one was the family breadwinner, concerns about the financial needs of your family will be important. Our experienced St. Louis pedestrian and car accident attorney has the know-how to help you plan for a futue that will be much different from the one you'd anticipated.

Extensive experience in handling personal injury claims for pedestrians injured in motor vehicle crashes has taught our St. Louis car accident lawyer at Ryan R. Cox & Associates that the injuries pedestrians suffer are likely severe. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety explains that many variables may be involved in such a collision, but that "most pedestrians are struck by the front of a passenger vehicle." Our personal injury attorney knows this means that pedestrians hit car bumpers, hoods, and windshields - all hard surfaces capable of breaking bones, causing severe head wounds, and damaging internal organs. When you're badly hurt because of a motorist's carelessness, you want an attorney who will fight for the monetary damages you need to pay for doctors, hospitals, physical therapists, medications, adaptive equipment, and other treatment necessities. Ryan R. Cox & Associates has earned honors for our ability to recover fair compensation for victims of pedestrian and other accidents, such as:

• Truck accidents
• Car accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Boating accidents
• Drunk-driving accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Premises injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Construction accidents
• Traumatic brain injuries

When you or a loved one is hurt in a car versus pedestrian accident or other inident, call on the legal experience that residents of St. Louis and other Missouri communities trust. At Ryan R. Cox & Associates we work tenaciously for every client we serve. Call our firm today and ask for your free, confidential consultation. You pay no fees unless we recover compensation for you.

Ryan R. Cox & Associates . 636-946-6886 . www.rrcandassociates.com