Distracted driving has been a problem ever since cell phones became popular. It got worse once people started texting. Statistics tell us that while the number of driving-related deaths went down in 2018, the number of cell phone-related accidents have increased by 35%. Let's take a look at what the newest legislation says for the […]
Distracted driving is one of the main causes of accidents in the State of Missouri, and it has been for several years. The state has taken some major steps in an attempt to curb the problem by making it illegal to text for anyone who is under the age of 21. But is that enough? […]
Using a cell phone while you're driving is very dangerous. There are laws in Missouri against it, but as of now, they only apply to people who are under the age of 21. The reality is that distracted driving causes more accidents than most people realize; regardless of age. Distracted Driving Accident Statistics in Missouri […]
Texting while driving is very dangerous, and in Missouri it's now illegal for drivers under the age of 21. This is a fairly new law that has gotten some interesting feedback. Many believe that it shouldn't only apply to people who are below the age of 21. Of course, there are others who think that the […]
There are thousands of car accidents in St. Louis every year. While not every victim needs to get an attorney, there are many who should, but never get the legal help they really need. If you have recently been in an accident, it’s important to know how to tell if you should consider hiring a […]
It’s important to understand Missouri’s laws for car accident insurance and settlements. If you don’t, you could end up having serious financial problems if you’re ever a victim in an accident. Let’s talk about the laws in more detail. Do You Have to Have Car Insurance if You Don’t Own a Car? In the State […]
There are tens of thousands of wrongful death cases that occur each year. A recent article documenting such a case details how a motorist’s life was taken by a falling non-fixed bridge barrier. The bridge barrier had fallen after another driver had run into the barrier while traveling on an overpass. When tragedies like these […]
The St. Louis wrongful death attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman see the aftermath of a lot of terrible accidents. But the recent limo crash in Upstate New York reminds us how truly devastating road accidents in the U.S. can be. Among the Deadliest in U.S. History The October crash involving 18 people traveling in a […]
There are a lot of legal terms that you may not understand once you have been in a car accident. One of these is the term, “Pure Comparative Fault,” and Missouri abides by this law, as do other states. But what does it mean for you and your case? We’d like to help you understand […]
If you have been in a recent car accident in Missouri, you probably have all kinds of questions. You may be aware that you could be entitled to compensation, but what exactly does that mean? Are there any limits on the amount of compensation that you can receive in the state? We’d like to help […]
