Real Pedestrian Accident Cases. Real Results.
$750,000 Recovered
Pedestrian Hit in Crosswalk
Our client was crossing legally in a marked crosswalk when a distracted driver failed to yield. The insurance company blamed our client’s dark clothing and tried to lowball the claim. We built a compelling liability case and recovered $750,000.
$500,000 Settlement
Child Struck in School Zone
A 9-year-old was hit by a speeding SUV while walking home from school. We moved fast to preserve camera footage and eyewitness testimony. The case settled for policy limits without litigation.
Confidential Settlement
Pedestrian in Parking Lot
An elderly man was struck backing out of a parking spot. The driver’s insurer blamed our client for walking behind the vehicle. We proved inadequate signage and poor visibility contributed—and resolved the case confidentially after mediation.
“I was hit walking my dog and ended up in the hospital for weeks. Deme and Tom were incredible—responsive, honest, and relentless with the insurance company. I wouldn’t have gotten through this without them.”
Why Choose Sotiriou Wilmowski for Your Pedestrian Accident Case?
We Know the Insurance Playbook
Our attorneys defended pedestrian accident claims for major insurers. We know what they look for, what they try to deny, and how to fight back.
Real Legal Experience
You’ll work directly with seasoned, trial-tested attorneys—not junior associates. We’ve handled serious pedestrian injury cases from both sides.
Personal Support, Real Answers
We’re here when you need us. You’ll get updates, clear explanations, and prompt answers—not runaround.
No Fee Unless We Win
You don’t pay anything unless we recover money for you. We cover all upfront costs.
Trusted & Respected
We’ve helped clients recover millions and earned recognition for our results, professionalism, and client care.
What Our Clients Say
The Sotiriou Wilmowski Insider Advantage™
We know how insurance companies think—because we used to work for them.
Deme Sotiriou defended injury claims for one of the largest auto insurers in the country. She knows how insurers investigate, value, and deny claims—now she uses that insight to outmaneuver them for her clients.
Tom Wilmowski is a former defense attorney for at-fault drivers and insurance carriers. Tom knows how insurers evaluate cases—and how to shut down their delay and denial tactics to get justice for injured pedestrians.
Why Our Experience Gives You the Edge
Before we fought for injured pedestrians, we spent years defending careless drivers and the insurance companies who protect them. We know how they evaluate fault, challenge injuries, and reduce payouts—because we used to do it for them.
We’ve handled pedestrian accident cases throughout St. Louis, across Missouri and Illinois, including high-traffic areas like downtown STL, South Grand, Delmar, Manchester, Olive, Highway 367, and neighborhood intersections where drivers routinely fail to yield.
We understand how police reports often leave out critical context—like driver distraction, speeding, or pedestrian right-of-way—and how to build a case that fills in the gaps.
We regularly work with clients treated at Barnes-Jewish, Mercy, SSM Health, SLU Hospital, and trauma centers throughout the region. We know how to develop your medical evidence to tell the full story of your injuries.
We’ve Been in Their War Room — Now We’re in Yours
Our background gives you a tactical edge at every stage of your pedestrian accident claim.
Put Our Experience to Work for You
This isn’t guesswork. It’s strategic legal advocacy built on insider knowledge.
If you were hit while walking, don’t let the insurance company blame you. Get a team that knows their playbook—and how to beat it.
That’s the Sotiriou Wilmowski Insider Advantage™
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Pedestrian Accident FAQs
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Types of Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle
We don’t just handle pedestrian cases — we understand them from the inside. Tom and Deme used to represent drivers and companies and their insurers. We know their tactics, their pressure points, and what it takes to win.
Crosswalk Accidents
Crosswalks are meant to provide pedestrians safe passage, yet many drivers fail to yield or speed through intersections, causing devastating accidents. Victims often suffer broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, or spinal cord damage. These crashes are especially dangerous because pedestrians have no protection against a vehicle’s impact. Our firm aggressively investigates driver negligence—whether from distraction, speeding, or failing to obey traffic signals. We hold reckless drivers accountable and fight for full compensation covering medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Pedestrians deserve safety in crosswalks, and we work tirelessly to secure justice after these preventable collisions.
School Zone Incidents
Pedestrian accidents in school zones are particularly tragic because they often involve children. Drivers who speed, fail to stop for school buses, or ignore crossing guards put young lives at risk. Injuries in these cases can be catastrophic and life-changing for both children and their families. Our firm is committed to holding negligent drivers accountable and ensuring that families receive compensation for medical treatment, therapy, and future care needs. We understand the emotional toll these cases take and fight not only for justice but also for safer school zones to protect children and prevent similar tragedies from happening again.
Sidewalk or Shoulder Strikes
Drivers who veer onto sidewalks or roadway shoulders endanger pedestrians who have every right to walk safely in those spaces. These accidents often involve distracted, impaired, or reckless drivers and can cause catastrophic injuries, including head trauma and paralysis. Victims may face lengthy hospital stays, surgeries, and long-term rehabilitation. Our firm has extensive experience holding negligent drivers accountable for these dangerous collisions. We aggressively pursue compensation for medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering, ensuring victims are not left to shoulder the burden alone. Pedestrians deserve safe walkways, and we fight to uphold that right in every case.
Hit-and-Run Collisions
Being struck by a vehicle is terrifying, but when the driver flees the scene, victims face added stress and uncertainty. Hit-and-run pedestrian accidents often cause serious injuries, from fractures to head trauma, leaving victims in urgent need of medical care. Our firm helps track down responsible drivers and, when they cannot be found, pursues recovery through uninsured motorist coverage. We know how to navigate these complex cases and push back against insurers who try to limit payouts. Victims of hit-and-run collisions deserve justice, and we fight to ensure they receive the financial support needed to recover and rebuild their lives.
Parking Lot & Driveway Injuries
Parking lots and driveways may seem safe, but they are frequent sites of pedestrian accidents. Drivers backing out without checking behind them or failing to notice pedestrians walking to and from businesses can cause devastating injuries. Children are especially at risk in these areas due to their smaller size and limited visibility to drivers. Victims may suffer broken bones, spinal injuries, or long-term disabilities. Our attorneys know how to prove negligence in these cases, often using surveillance footage or witness statements. We fight for full compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and the lasting impact of such injuries.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents (Wrongful Death)
When a pedestrian accident results in a fatality, families are left grieving an unimaginable loss. Wrongful death pedestrian accidents often occur due to speeding, distracted driving, or intoxicated motorists. While no amount of compensation can replace a loved one, pursuing a wrongful death claim can provide financial security for families facing funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering. Our firm approaches these cases with both compassion and determination, fighting for accountability and justice. We hold negligent drivers and their insurers responsible, ensuring families have the support they need as they navigate the difficult road ahead after a tragic pedestrian death.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Every pedestrian accident case is different, but you may be entitled to:
We Handle Pedestrian Accident Cases Across Missouri and Illinois
We’re based in St. Louis but take serious pedestrian injury cases throughout Missouri and Illinois — in cities, suburbs, and rural communities.