What Happens If the At Fault Driver Dies?

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If the person who is responsible for the accident sustained severe injuries, he or she may die before the case is resolved. Accidents can cause injury to both parties, the driver responsible for it and the victim. In many cases, it could be years before the lawsuit will even reach the trial stage or resolution. …

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Updated: March 30, 2018

Colossus Settlement Calculator

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How does it work (in simple terms)? Important: Regulators found one national carrier used Colossus on about 50% of auto bodily‑injury claims and required that claimants be told when the software may be used. Why the “Colossus settlement calculator” idea is misleading There is no public calculator you can plug numbers into for an accurate …

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Updated: January 20, 2026

Filing an Auto Insurance Claim After an Accident

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There are certain steps that you should take immediately following a St. Louis car accident. There are also certain things you should avoid doing. There is quite arguably nothing worse than being in a car accident, aside from dealing with the legalities of it. If you are injured in a car accident, or you sustain …

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Updated: March 30, 2018

When Does an Insurance Company Total a Car?

You may think that only cars that are severely damaged as a result of a car accident are considered a total loss. This may or may not be true. If the cost of repairing a damaged car surpasses its current market value, it is considered a total loss. Calculating a “Total Loss” When you report a car accident …

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Updated: May 10, 2024

What to do after a Car Accident not your fault?

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If you get involved in an accident, you need to report it to your insurance company, irrespective of whether or not you were at fault for the accident. Talk to a Lawyer for Free 24/7 at (314) 361-4242! If you have a history of getting involved in car accidents, your car insurance rates may increase. If …

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Updated: August 18, 2024

Proof of Loss for a Car Accident Claim

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What information is required for a proof of loss statement? If you are involved in an auto accident, an adequate car insurance policy will help you recover any financial losses that you might suffer due to personal injury or damages to your vehicle. Working with a Claims Adjuster If your car is involved in an auto accident, inform your …

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Updated: November 12, 2024