Were You or Your Child Struck by a Car?
Dempsey & Kingsland, P.C. offers vigorous representation for victims of bicycle and pedestrian accidents. We investigate promptly, knowing that critical evidence disappears quickly. We put all our skills into maximizing compensation for the devastating injuries.
Our Kansas City, Missouri law firm represents victims of pedestrian accidents and bike accidents throughout the K.C. metro area and surrounding counties. Call 816.421.6868 for a free consultation about your possible lawsuit.
Car vs. Pedestrian and Car vs. Bicycle Accidents
Our clients are represented by two of Kansas City's most experienced and successful personal injury lawyers. Lee Dempsey and Bob Kingsland have an extensive record of verdicts and settlements, including cases of people struck by motor vehicles.
We know that pedestrian and bicycle accidents commonly result in fatality or permanently disabling injuries such as brain damage, paralysis, amputation, spine injuries and crushed or shattered bones. We seek compensation for lost earning capacity, massive medical bills, future medical needs, pain and suffering, and the lost enjoyment of life.
Strong Representation for Difficult Cases
The negligent driver and their insurance company will attempt to put the blame on the pedestrian, cyclist or child. They may argue that the victim was out of the crosswalk (jaywalking), on the wrong side of the road, wearing headphones, crossing against a red light or "darted out." If proved, this constitutes comparative fault that can reduce or even negate compensation.
We counter with a thoroughly researched and compelling argument to demonstrate that the driver was fully — or at least primarily — at fault:
- Speeding, reckless or drunk
- Failed to anticipate the presence of children
- Inattentive (talking or texting on a cell phone, for example)
- Failed to yield when turning
- Ran a stop sign or stop light
- Drifted into the bicyclist's lane
We get investigators to the scene to take photos, measurements and witness statements. We may employ accident reconstruction experts to analyze skid marks, blood and debris, the dents from the impact and data from the car's computer.
Our goal is to keep the focus on the carelessness of the driver and the human toll of a bicycle or pedestrian accident. Contact us online or call toll free at 816.421.6868 for a free case evaluation.
