How to Drive Defensively to Avoid a Car Accident With a Drunk Driver

Despite the worrying statistics, drunk driving is rampant, especially during the holiday season. Here’s what you can do to drive defensively. 29 Americans die every day due to motor vehicle crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver. This equates to 1 death every 52 minutes, accounting for one-third of all country traffic-related deaths. Despite the worrying statistics, … Read more

Updated: June 20, 2024

Can You File a Motorcycle Injury Claim If You Were Lane Splitting?

Just like any other injury claim, the basis for an accident claim after a car vs. motorcycle collision is based upon liability. If you were lane splitting before being involved in a car vs. motorcycle collision, you might be wondering, is lane splitting illegal in Missouri? And if it is, can you still file an … Read more

Updated: November 12, 2024

What If Your Injury Gets Worse after You Receive Your Settlement?

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If your car accident injuries have gotten worse after you received a settlement, contact The Hoffmann Law Firm to discuss your legal options. Generally, when injured in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and other damages. In most cases, the at-fault driver will approach … Read more

Updated: November 27, 2021

5 Common Wrist and Hand Injuries in a Car Accident Involving a Bicyclist

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Unfortunately, bike and car accidents often result in wrist and hand injuries. Here are some common injuries and what you can do to protect your legal rights. When you fall off—or get thrown off—your bicycle, your first instinct may be to let go of the handlebars and extend your hands and arms to brace your … Read more

Updated: August 13, 2024

How to Keep an Auto Accident Diary – What Are the Benefits?

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Confusion often arises about what to include in an accident diary after a St. Louis car accident. If you’re involved in a car wreck, keeping an accident diary or journal could make a difference in your injury claim. However, confusion often arises about how to write and what to include in an accident diary. Let’s … Read more

Updated: November 11, 2024

4 Critical Things an Attorney Can Help Prove in a Wrongful Death Case

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While no amount of money can bring a loved one back, a wrongful death claim can help you get the compensation you need to move forward. Losing a relative in a car accident due to another driver’s negligence is tragic. While no amount of money can bring your loved one back, you can file a … Read more

Updated: November 4, 2022