Do You Have to Give a Recorded Statement After a Car Accident?

Recorded Statement Car Accident

If you were hurt in a car crash, it’s essential to understand what that request really involves before you answer. In the days after a car accident, your phone starts ringing. One of the early calls is often from an insurance adjuster, and somewhere in that “friendly” conversation comes the request: “Do you mind if …

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What Is a Release of Claims After a St. Louis Car Accident?

What is a Release of Claims

Do not sign a “Release of Claims” for property damage before having The Hoffmann Law Firm review it. If you were hurt in a crash in the St. Louis area, there may come a point where the at-fault driver’s insurance company offers you money to settle. Before they send a check, they will almost always …

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Rear-Ended in St. Louis? Protecting Your Injury Claim After a Crash

Rear End Car Crash St. Louis

Attorney Christopher Hoffmann has focused exclusively on car accident law in St. Louis for 25 years. Rear-end crashes account for more than one-third of all reported Missouri traffic accidents—approximately 37% of crashes statewide. If you’ve just been in a rear-end collision, here’s what you need to know to protect yourself. Whether you’re still dealing with …

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How Residual Bodily Injury Claims Impact Your Settlement

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Learn how residual bodily injury claims can affect your car accident settlement, including long-term impacts, insurance evaluations, and what to consider. After a car accident in Missouri, many people focus on immediate concerns—medical treatment, vehicle repairs, and dealing with insurance adjusters. But as the claim progresses, more technical insurance terms begin to surface. One of …

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What Happens If You’re Hit by a Distracted Driver in St. Louis?

Injured by a distracted driver in St. Louis? Find out your rights, how claims work, and what steps to take next. Call for a free consultation. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents in St. Louis and throughout Missouri. Whether it’s a driver texting, adjusting GPS directions, or simply not paying …

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