Distracted Driving Cases Are Difficult – Here’s How a St. Louis Lawyer Can Help

what to do if the other driver was texting

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, eight people are killed every day in the United States because of distracted driving.  Over 2,800 Americans lost their lives in 2018, and 400,000 were injured in accidents involving a distracted driver.  If you were injured because another driver got distracted behind the wheel, then you have the right …

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Updated: December 23, 2020

Injured in a St. Louis Car Accident Caused by Black Ice

black ice car accident in st. louis

Black ice accidents are potentially life-threatening and very difficult to settle when it comes to liability.  Winters in Missouri can be very uncomfortable, with temperatures reaching 26 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. These below-freezing conditions can bring snow and ice on the roadways, making driving difficult and dangerous. Over 1,300 people lose their lives, and 116,000 are …

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Updated: April 12, 2021

How to Prove Mental Distress After a St. Louis Car Crash

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Mental distress and emotional trauma are hard to prove, but an experienced lawyer will understand what evidence to bring and what arguments to make to support your case. When making a car accident claim, there is a lot of work putting evidence together, gathering witness statements, and building a strong case that would get you …

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Updated: December 23, 2020

How Is the Value of My Compensation Determined After a Car Crash?

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Giving a monetary value to damage that affects your health, mental state, quality of life, and professional status is often complex. Car accidents can have unexpected consequences, inflicting injuries, and property damage that victims have to deal with in the event’s aftermath. To reduce the stress brought by your car accident claim, it is best …

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Updated: February 20, 2023

“What Should I Do If the Insurance Company Wants to See My Medical Records?”

St. Louis doctor filling out medical record after car accident

Your medical records are one of the most important types of evidence you will use in your car accident claim. When it comes to a car accident or personal injury claim, medical records are the most important type of evidence to form the base of your claim. Providing these records to the insurance company goes without saying, …

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Updated: December 23, 2020

“What if I Didn’t File a Report After My St. Louis Car Accident?”

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If you are involved in a car accident, you may be tempted to settle everything personally and avoid involving authorities. Here’s what you should know. After a car accident, filing a police report is a safety net if there is any damage suffered by you, your passengers, or your property. In a compensation claim, the …

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Updated: December 23, 2020