Chris Hoffman is an excellent attorney. He is the best above the rest. What makes him different? He communicates promptly - I don't have to leave message after message for him to reach out to me. When I telephone his office, if he doesn't answer the telephone, his assistant does. Chris Hoffman is very attentive and focused. He means business, and he hit the ground running on the cases. I'm so blessed to have him for my attorney.
"Of all the lawyers I have met, this one is a true professional. This attorney goes against the biggest law firms and wins!"
Response from the owner:The compliment is much appreciated. Like every profession, it all starts with training our lawyers to be the best at every aspect of car accident cases. But the foundation of a great case is a great client. Thanks!
I'd say this lawyer is in the top three of the best you'll ever see. Add this attorney to the interview list if you ever get in an automobile accident. This Law Firm is on another level.
Response from the owner:Much appreciated. Techniques that an attorney or any professional uses are paramount for success. This is part of our lawyers training and preparation. It leads to success. Thank you!
People say this is the best car accident lawyer in St.Louis. Yep! Seeing this attorney in action is incredible.
Response from the owner:Great compliment. We work hard to be the best. Our lawyers also work very hard to help other lawyers in our profession. Not matter what, a cases is only as good as the client is. Thanks!
Response from the owner:Thanks! Referrals and recommendations from prior car accident clients is our #1 source of cases. People who grew to trust us send family and friends.
The Hoffman law firm is truly professional. After hiring them I was truly relieved and knew I was in good hands. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Being in good hands is important. Many lawyers take cases with little experience and little resources. Our firm specialized decades ago. We are focused exclusively on accident cases.
The lawyers on tv just dont compare for auto accident injury cases. Mr.Hoffmann is as good as they get.
Response from the owner:Thank you. The TV attorneys are just settlement mills. People are hiring a paralegal, not a lawyer. Our law firm is different. You are represented by an attorney and we do not have settlement quotas.
I would describe this lawyer as highly educated, sharp, and top of his game. Explains the car accident process and treatment options well. The lawyer said if they don’t pay you, we will have the jury take it from the insurance company. Great lawyer. Dynamic person.
Interviewed all the TV car accident lawyers and decided to call this law firm that had great reviews. So happy I did. What a difference!
Response from the owner:TV car accident lawyers are just mass production. This is not a good fit for litigated cases. Paralegals instead of lawyers. Monthly quotas for settlements. Car accident victims end up in a cattle call with the lawyers on TV.
Love my car accident lawyer. This law firm is a step above.
Response from the owner:Our lawyers train and track the best approaches on cases. Whether litigation in cases or the practicalities of certain treatment, the growth of our lawyers over time is paramount. Always staying ahead of and setting practice trends. Thank you.
Serious family member have a car accident injury? Look no further. This litigator is for real. Always two steps ahead of the other lawyer.
Response from the owner:This is a sad reality for car accident lawyers. The #1 passenger in an auto accident is a relative. Helping a family make it through this and putting the family back together is one of the most rewarding things I do as an automobile accident attorney.
This lawyer handles really big accident cases in St Louis. He is a lawyer, accountant and has his masters in tax so he gets the injury cases for individuals that can never go back to work or individuals own a business and cannot run it due to injury. He specializes in valuations of massive loss. Thank goodness a firm like this exists.
Response from the owner:Thank you. When accident are severe and you lose the ability to work or to continue a business, having an accounting and tax background is key. Valuing large losses are second nature for us.
Asked a trauma surgeon who operates on car accident victims who are the best injury lawyers that have taken his deposition. He said “by far” it was Mr Hoffmann. Interviewed several attorneys and this was a correct assessment. In a league of his own!
Response from the owner:Our attorney have deposed nearly all the trauma surgeons at every Level 1 Trauma Center in Saint Louis. These doctors save lives after a car accident. Whether controlling bleeding or reestablishing blood flow or bone structures, they are life savers.
Few lawyers in St. Louis can handle the biggest injury cases! This is one of them!
Response from the owner:Our law firm has made great efforts in terms of training to handle life changing injury cases. Whether in depth knowledge of the medical, loss of income and earning capacity, or lifetime medical care plans, our clients feel confident and know their case is in good hands. Thank you for the compliment.
Cannot say enough about this lawyer. Call if in an accident. This attorney handles the biggest car accidents in St Louis.
Response from the owner:Thanks Ash! Our biggest source of cases is our clients. Our second biggest referral source is defense lawyers telling their relatives to call us. Few lawyers can handle the largest cases. Our law firm welcomes and has trained for this. We don’t do mass production settlement like the lawyers on TV. Our clients can never go back to work. Their cases need massive focus and effort and often long fought litigation.
So glad I called attorney Hoffmann. This time I got it right! So glad I hired the Hoffmann Law Firm - professional, reliable and available.
Response from the owner:Thanks Taylor. Our lawyers answer the phone day, night, weekends and even during lunch. Being professional means training to beat the best defense lawyers. Client rely on us to get results and we do.
Great lawyer. Cares about his clients, knows his stuff and goes the extra mile. I recommend this lawyer for car wreck injury claim. Every other lawyer on TV would not even help with my property claim. This attorney did.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words. Every case starts with a great client. You are correct the car accident lawyers on TV are mass production settlement mills. When injury clients fire them, we get their files and the cases are not worked up at all. Appreciate your confidence in us!
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition diagnosed in young children, however, some are diagnosed in teens or into adulthood. With more teens and adults being diagnosed with ADHD, it is becoming increasingly important to be aware of the symptoms and understand how it can impact an individual’s risk of causing a car accident.
About ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a behavioral disorder affecting 10 percent of children. Boys are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls. ADHD affects an individual’s ability to think and focus. Hyperactivity can be of three types:
The inattentive type
The hyperactivity and impulsive type
The combined type
An individual suffering from ADHD can also experience coexisting conditions, which make can make them even more impulsive and make it difficult for them to focus. This can make them an even bigger hazard on the road. Some of these coexisting conditions include:
Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder
Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
How does ADHD affect car accident risk?
ADHD poses several risks while driving. Those suffering from this condition are 2-4 times more likely to get into an accident compared to those who do not have this condition.
The teens suffering from this condition could be at risk for demonstrating impulsive behavior while driving, they could take unnecessary risks, seek thrills, or use immature judgment. Also, individuals suffering from ADHD are more likely to be heavy drinkers, and this may aggravate their problems further.
Individuals with ADHD more prone to aggressive driving
Aggressive driving is obviously dangerous, and the individuals who suffer from ADHD are prone to spells impulsive behavior, outbursts, and aggressive driving. When a person becomes aggressive behind the wheel, he/she may become easily enraged at another driver who is going too slow or when passing vehicles. This can force the driver to engage in reckless driving behavior such as cutting off other drivers, speeding, tailgating and slamming on the brakes. This can lead to serious accidents. Common ADHD symptoms that increase accident risk:
Hyperfocusing
An individual with ADHD may strongly focus on something and ignore everything else around them. They may get consumed in their own thoughts and do not pay attention to other things.
Impulsiveness
An impulsive driver can be as dangerous as a hyperfocused or distracted driver. When someone has ADHD, they tend to become frustrated and this can lead to impulsive behavior such as random speed changes, unexpected maneuvers, and aggressive driving.
How effective are ADHD treatments?
Although there is no cure for this condition, there are treatments available to control the symptoms. Those with ADHD may have to take medication, change their diet and undergo extensive counseling.
Stimulants are effective in 70-80 percent of the cases, and they help the driver with ADHD stay focused on the road ahead. It also helps them stay calm and patient, and reduces impulsive behavior.
Liability in accidents caused by ADHD driver
When someone causes an accident, they are generally liable for all the damages they cause. While a person with a medical condition such as ADHD may argue that the condition was to blame, this typically does absolve them of liability. The person would still be held liable for the damages. There may be certain exceptions in cases involving drivers who were unaware they suffer from a condition.
Have you been injured in a St. Louis automobile accident? Give our experienced attorneys a call today at (314) 361-4242 for a free case evaluation.
