Compensation Claims for Leased Cars: What to Do After an Accident

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Seeking compensation when you own your car is complicated already, but driving a leased car adds new nuances to an insurance claim. First of all, it’s important to understand how a car lease works. Basically, it is a long-term rental of a car, where the driver pays regular amounts to cover the depreciation of the …

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Updated: June 16, 2023

Why Some Car Accident Injuries Can Take a While to Show Symptoms

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Here’s why some car accident injuries take longer to show signs and what you can do to avoid it impacting your claim. Whether we are talking about a minor fender-bender or a catastrophic collision, many car accidents are traumatic in one way or another. The powerful forces that push the human body during the collision …

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Updated: January 18, 2023

Why Your Car Accident Claim May Be Delayed and What You Can Do About It

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Here’s why the insurance company may be delaying your claim and what you can do about it. Insurance companies are for-profit organizations, meaning they often use different tricks to reduce their costs and avoid paying compensation. The law prohibits insurance companies from acting in bad faith and purposely prolonging the entire process. However, agents have …

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Updated: April 5, 2025

How Do Insurance Companies Determine Fault in a St. Louis Car Accident?

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An insurance adjuster will use a variety of methods to investigate the incident and determine the specifics of how the accident occurred, and who was at fault. If you’ve recently been involved in a St. Louis car accident, you may be wondering if you’ll be found at fault for the accident, or if the other …

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Updated: December 1, 2022

Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a St. Louis Uninsured Motorist Accident Lawyer

Here are the mistakes you should avoid when looking for a lawyer after an uninsured motorist accident. Auto insurance is mandatory in Missouri, but according to a 2017 report, 14% of drivers in the state don’t carry any insurance. This means that if you were to get in your car right now and start driving, …

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Updated: September 22, 2020

“Should I Give a Recorded Statement After an Auto Accident?”

One of the most common things that an insurance adjuster will try to get from you is permission to record your statements. Auto accidents are often preceded by negotiations with the insurance company to get compensation for your personal injuries, lost wages, property damage, and other losses. This process can be quite complicated and last …

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Updated: September 22, 2020