Common Causes of Wrong-Way Driving Accidents

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Wrong-way driving accidents are among the most common and devastating accidents on our roads today. Imagine driving home from work, and suddenly another driver appears from nowhere and drives straight towards you. It may sound absurd. However, wrong-way driving accidents happen. Let’s cover what you need to know about wrong-way driving accidents, including what causes …

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Updated: November 26, 2024

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, …

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Updated: June 20, 2024

4 Signs a Driver Might Be Impaired – St. Louis Car Accident Attorney

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To protect yourself and your family, it’s important to recognize these common signs that another motorist is impaired. Sadly, one person dies every 52 minutes due to impaired driving accidents. With these startling statistics, you may likely find yourself the victim of an impaired motorist’s poor choices. To protect yourself from such drivers, it’s crucial …

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Updated: August 10, 2021

7 Tips for Defending Yourself Against Drunk Driving Car Accidents in St. Louis

If you are involved in an accident with a drunk driver, the team at The Hoffmann Law Firm is here to help you get compensation for your injuries and more. Every day, almost 30 people die in drunk driving accidents in America, claiming a total of 10,000+ lives per year. And while it’s not always …

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Updated: December 6, 2024

7 Ways to Prevent St. Louis Auto Accidents When Driving at Night

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Roads become especially hazardous after the sun goes down—the most likely reasons include low-light conditions, intoxication, and fatigue. No matter the explanation, you can use the following seven methods to stay safe while driving at night.  Use Your Headlights Though this safety tip may seem very obvious, it is essential and important to emphasize. Headlights …

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Hit by a Drunk Driver While a Passenger in an Uber

If you were riding an Uber and hit by a drunk driver while you were a passenger, you have a right to file a compensation claim. Ridesharing is already part of our everyday lives, with millions of people choosing it for their daily trips, or when they can’t use their own car. However, being a …

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Updated: October 14, 2024