Injured in a taxi accident in St. Louis? Our experienced attorneys help you navigate insurance claims and secure the compensation you deserve.
If you suffer an injury from a car accident, you can file a claim with the negligent driver’s insurance company or with your insurance company. However, if you were riding in a taxi cab at the time of the accident, your claim for compensation may be affected by a number of things. Let’s take a look at some of those factors.
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People say this is the best car accident lawyer in St.Louis. Yep! Seeing this attorney in action is incredible.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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!
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Response from the owner:This is such a great compliment. Most of our cases come from prior client or lawyers that also do car accidents cases but the particular case is too large or too difficult. Being a lawyer and an accountant, we specialize in cases with total lost of income, earning capacity and/or often the inability to continue a family business. Evaluations such as these are second nature for our lawyers. Thanks.
This attorney is very smart, very experienced, returns phone calls and knows the answers when asked. One call and I knew this was a great law firm for auto accidents.
Response from the owner:Our law firm appreciates this. This is a comment we get from so many people who call…”none of the lawyers we called told me all the things that you did.” Whether we take a car accident case or not, helping people is a good thing.
5 Star Lawyer for sure! Best you will find in Saint Louis.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the 5 Star Rating. Reviews like this are great. Injury victims quickly figure out the TV advertisers are not good. We work hard at being the best we can be and it reflects in our representation of car accident victims.
Watch this lawyer in action. Was way better than all the others. Get this lawyer for an automobile accident for sure.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the recommendation. Besides doing cases, our attorneys train for this. Hard work, case knowledge and technique is key to success in car accident litigation.
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Response from the owner:We get calls from car accident victims that had to fire the TV lawyers that they hired. They give the same two reasons: 1) they never spoke to a lawyer at the Big TV law firms, only a paralegal, and 2) the paralegal recommended they accept a low offer.
At our law firm, you only talk to the lawyer and if an offer is low we tell you to sue. Thanks!
Several lawyers said to call this lawyer because he is the best. You will appreciate this law firm. Helped with the injury and property claims. Attentive and knowledgeable. Great reputation in St Louis.
Response from the owner:Thanks Lexi. Our #1 source of cases is other lawyers referring us cases that are too big for them to handle.
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Car accident lawyers on tv are not good . Get this attorney ! He is a pro !!
Response from the owner:Thanks Nathan. TV lawyers market for car accidents, use paralegals instead of lawyers and give their employees settlement quotas hence forcing cheap settlements. At our law firm, you get a lawyer who keeps pushing forward for more.
Quality lawyer. Best law firm for a car accident. Advice was way better than other lawyers I called in St. Louis. Helped with property and injury.
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Response from the owner:Very nice of you to say. Our lawyers work hard on auto accident cases.
Family used this car accident attorney after a crash. Located in St Louis. This lawyer answers the phone and will walk you through the process. Knows his stuff!
Response from the owner:Taking calls, going over the car accident injury and property process is important. Clients that call always say we are the only lawyers that explained everything. Much appreciated.
Tried the lawyers on TV. They were not good. Hired this car accident lawyer instead because he had great reviews. The reviews are correct. This attorney is as good as they get. He does big injury cases that need to be litigated.
Response from the owner:Car accident lawyers on TV do not litigate cases. It is mass production. They have quotas. Local attorneys are best on auto accidents.
Used this attorney for an auto accident. Highly recommend this lawyer in St. Louis. Communicates well.
Response from the owner:Communicating with clients is essential. Taking the client though the car accident claims process is important otherwise major mistakes can occur. It is an effort that we make. Thanks!
Fantastic law firm, I would recommend! Received free consultation related to an auto accident when my parked car was damaged by a baseball. Very supportive advice, these guys are good!
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Liability
If you were a passenger of the car or taxi cab that had a car accident, you do not need to prove that you were not responsible for the accident. Passengers are not considered responsible for any accident because someone else was driving the car. The passengers have no control over how another person drives the car. Only drivers involved in the accident could be at fault for the accident. Lawyers and insurance companies determine which driver was at fault. If more than one driver was responsible for the accident, each driver involved will share negligence.
Fault or No-Fault State
In the state of Missouri, which is a fault state, it is mandatory for all drivers to carry third-party liability car insurance of up to $50,000. This means that if you get injured as a passenger in Missouri, the negligent driver’s insurance company is liable to pay your medical bills.
Multiple Passengers
If there were more than one passenger in the car and if many of them suffered injuries, each passenger may claim compensation from the driver’s insurance company. However, the amount available from the driver’s insurance coverage may not be enough to cover all injured passengers’ medical bills. In such a situation, you may be asked to settle for a lump sum amount, which may not cover all your medical bills. If you disagree, you have the option to file a lawsuit against the negligent driver or the cab company.
Recovering Compensation After a Taxi Accident
Recovering compensation from a taxi-cab accident is not usually cut and dry. The driver could be working on his own or as an independent contractor renting from a fleet. He may even work for a taxi company; however, they may still list him as an independent contractor. Whatever the case may be, speaking with a qualified St. Louis car accident attorney is the first step toward receiving compensation for your injuries and losses.
After figuring out whom, if anyone, the taxi driver was working for, a car accident attorney will likely take a hard look at the driver’s record. Many taxi cab accidents are the result of distracted driving or a driver who is exhausted from working too many hours. The state of Missouri requires that cab drivers have a Class E license, so that will also be verified. No stone should be left unturned as your attorney investigates the cause of the accident and the driver who was responsible for it.
Insurance Disputes
If the drivers of two or more cars were at fault for the accident, you, as a passenger, can claim compensation from each of the negligent drivers’ insurance companies. However, these types of cases could be complicated, because each insurance company may try to pass the responsibility to the other driver’s insurance company in an attempt to pay less compensation amount.
If both your car’s driver and another car’s driver are found guilty of negligent driving, your driver’s insurance company may refuse to pay you the full compensation amount. You may need to claim the remaining amount from another driver’s insurer. Here again, the other car’s insurance company may refuse to pay more than a certain amount. In such a situation, you have mainly two options. You can accept a lump sum settlement amount from each driver’s insurance company or file a lawsuit against the insurers.
Free Consultation with a St. Louis Car Accident Lawyer
Don’t talk to an insurance claims adjuster before speaking with The Hoffmann Law Firm, L.L.C. We can help you avoid making statements that may affect the outcome of your case. The consultation is free; you don’t pay unless we get you money!
What should I do immediately after a taxi accident in St. Louis?
Ensure your safety and that of others. Seek medical attention, report the accident to the police, document the scene and exchange information with all parties involved. Consider consulting a St. Louis taxi accident attorney to understand your legal options.
Can I file a claim if I was a passenger in a taxi during an accident?
Yes, as a passenger, you have the right to file a claim for compensation against the negligent party, whether it’s the taxi driver, another involved driver, or the taxi company.
How is fault determined in a St. Louis taxi accident case?
Fault is determined based on evidence such as police reports, witness statements, and possibly traffic camera footage. An experienced attorney can help investigate and establish fault in your case.
What compensation can I recover from a taxi accident in St. Louis?
Compensation may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any other losses related to the accident. The exact amount depends on the specifics of your case.
How long do I have to file a claim after a taxi accident in Missouri?
Missouri’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including taxi accidents, is generally five years from the date of the accident. However, it’s advisable to consult an attorney as soon as possible to ensure your claim is filed timely.
Will my case go to court, or can it be settled out of court?
Many taxi accident claims are settled out of court through negotiations with the insurance companies. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, your attorney may advise taking the case to court to seek the compensation you deserve.
How does the “fault” insurance system in Missouri affect my taxi accident claim?
Since Missouri operates under a “fault” system, the party at fault for the accident (or their insurance) is responsible for compensating the victims. Your attorney can help navigate this system to ensure your rights are protected.
What if the taxi driver was an independent contractor?
The liability in accidents involving independent contractor taxi drivers can be complex. Your attorney will investigate the driver’s employment status and the taxi company’s policies to identify all potential sources of compensation.
Do I need an attorney for a taxi accident claim in St. Louis?
While not mandatory, having an experienced taxi accident attorney can significantly improve your chances of securing fair compensation, as they can navigate the legal complexities and advocate on your behalf.
How much does it cost to hire a taxi accident attorney in St. Louis?
Many taxi accident attorneys, including The Hoffmann Law Firm, work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay unless you win your case. The fee is typically a percentage of the settlement or award. Discuss fee structures with your attorney upfront.
