Electric Scooter Accidents in St. Louis: When to Get an Attorney

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Injured on an electric scooter in St. Louis? Here’s how a local lawyer can help you recover compensation. Call (314) 361-4242. Whether you were hit by a car, injured in a fall, or collided with a poorly placed scooter, one thing is clear: you have legal rights, and a St. Louis scooter accident lawyer can …

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Updated: February 3, 2026

Hit While Riding? What a St. Louis Bike Accident Attorney Wants You to Know

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Hit while riding your bike in St. Louis? At The Hoffmann Law Firm, we’ll help you protect your rights. Schedule a free consultation: (314) 361-4242. Getting hit while riding a bicycle can be a terrifying and life-altering experience—especially on the busy streets of St. Louis. In the aftermath of a crash, it’s easy to feel …

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Updated: February 3, 2026

Child Injured in a Pedestrian Car Accident

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There are several reasons why children are more likely to be involved in pedestrian accidents than adults. Despite making up only a small portion of the population, child pedestrians are disproportionately likely to be injured or killed in traffic accidents. For example, according to the CDC, one in five children (20.4%) who lost their lives …

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Updated: January 18, 2023

4 Dangerous Distractions That Increase Risk of Pedestrian Accidents

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With so many potential distractions, it’s important for both drivers and pedestrians to be aware of their surroundings and pay attention to where they are going. It’s a well-known fact that distracted driving is a huge problem in the US, accounting for over 920,000 accidents every year. However, many people don’t realize that distracted pedestrians …

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Updated: July 20, 2022

Who Is Liable if a Pedestrian Is in a St. Louis Car Accident While Jaywalking?

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Both pedestrians and drivers can be found to be liable for an accident involving jaywalking, depending on the specifics of the case. Whether you hit someone who was crossing the street illegally, or you were a pedestrian hit while crossing at a non-designated crossing area in St. Louis, you may be wondering who is at …

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Updated: October 20, 2020

Preventing Pedestrian Accidents: 5 Dangerous Spots to Look out for Pedestrians

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According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, there were 1454 car crashes involving pedestrians in 2017. Though the state trends show their number has been decreasing over the years, thanks to improved safety precautions taken by the state, the dangers are far from obliterated. As a result, of all the crashes involving pedestrians in 2017, …

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Updated: June 25, 2019