Tag: Car Accident Attorney

Your Car Accident Settlement – What to Expect Part Two

Statute of LimitationsThe statute of limitations during which St. Louis personal injury attorneys can file civil suits for auto accident claims in Missouri is 5 years. However if the suit is for wrongful death, it is limited to 3 years. Settlement AwardsSettlements vary based on accident severity, typically including: – Vehicle Damage: “Reasonable” costs of […]

Written by on April 12, 2018

Your Car Accident Settlement – What to Expect Part One

Medical bills, lost wages, and the emotional toll of an auto accident can be overwhelming, and the accident settlement process even more so. Fortunately, the St. Louis personal injury attorneys at Hoffman and Gelfman have you covered, with a short guide on what to expect through the process. After the AccidentTo ensure a successful outcome, […]

Written by on April 10, 2018

Drunk Driver Crashes Vehicle into Local Businesses

The city of St. Louis certainly sees its share of drunk drivers. Sometimes they cause accidents, but many times they’re pulled over and detained before anyone gets hurt. Such was not the case this time, according to an article on the KMOV website. Fortunately in this situation, no one was hurt. But the article states […]

Written by on March 29, 2018

Leaving the Scene of an Accident – What Could Happen?

Most of us will be involved in a hit and run accident at some point in our lives. However, it doesn’t relieve any stress just because you know they’re fairly common. If you are involved in a hit and run, and you’re the victim, you may be curious about what can happen if the person […]

Written by on March 22, 2018

What’s the Average Payout for an Auto Accident Lawsuit?

Struggling to juggle medical bills and insurance payments while out of work after an auto accident? During this stressful time, the St. Louis car accident attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to know there is someone who’s on your side, someone who can help you get reimbursed for all the money you’re now out-of-pocket. […]

Written by on March 1, 2018

What the Family Should Do After a Fatal Car Accident in St. Louis

Losing someone you love because of an accident is a burden no family should have to bear. Still, it happens every day in St. Louis. If you’ve recently lost a family member, you may feel lost. You need to know exactly how you should proceed, regardless of what the circumstances of the accident are. What […]

Written by on January 9, 2018

Distracted Driving Accidents On the Rise – Don’t Be a Statistic

From munching fries to tuning the radio, talking on the phone and texting while driving, distracted driving is one of the leading causes of the continued rise in vehicle accidents nationwide. The St. Louis car accident lawyers at Hoffman & Gelfman know these seemingly short lapses in focus can too often lead to life-changing accidents, […]

Written by on October 31, 2017

You’ve Been In a Car Accident – Should You Go to a Doctor?

The St. Louis car accident attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman often consult with clients who postpone treatment following an automobile accident, preferring a ‘wait and see if it’s bad enough’ approach to care. Unfortunately, such delays in treatment tend to result in extended recovery times and the worsening of injuries. If You Are Injured In […]

Written by on September 21, 2017

Traffic Accident Fatalities Are Rising

As the years have gone by, the St. Louis traffic accident attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman have been shocked at the increase in traffic accidents, particularly given the amount of safety technology available in vehicles these days. 2016 fatalities increased 6% to 40,200, on the heels of a 7% rise in 2015. What’s Driving the […]

Written by on September 12, 2017

Outdated Headlights Put Pedestrians and Drivers at Risk

Despite advances in car technology ranging from backup cameras to warning signals and other electronics technology designed to make travel safer, one heavily-relied-upon piece of equipment has remained, for the most part, unchanged: Automobile headlights. In the DarkThe St. Louis personal injury lawyers at Hoffman & Gelfman have uncovered lackluster lighting as a common source […]

Written by on August 31, 2017