When to See a Doctor After a Car Accident

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Because adrenaline can mask pain and serious conditions, it’s a good idea to see a doctor after a car accident, even if you feel fine. A moving vehicle has an incredible amount of kinetic and momentum force. When a crash occurs, all this force needs to be absorbed, often leading to extensive damage and serious … Read more

Updated: December 23, 2020

Can PTSD Be Caused by a Car Accident?

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Ignoring worrying signs and changes in your emotional state can affect your life for years to come.  Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be more complicated than you expected. Besides suffering from property damage or personal injuries, you might be affected emotionally and mentally by such trauma. Many car accident victims have … Read more

Updated: October 29, 2021

Understanding Your “Right to Sue” After a Car Accident

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Sometimes negotiating with the insurance company does not lead to the desired result, leaving the victims with no choice but to take the claim further by suing. Car accidents may create health issues and limitations to a person’s quality of life. They may also be preceded by stressful legal battles and negotiations with insurance companies … Read more

Updated: December 21, 2020

9 Things to Do After a St. Louis Uber Car Accident

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Here are some general steps to take if you are ever involved in an automobile accident with a St. Louis Uber driver. Where car accidents are concerned, Missouri is a comparative fault state. This means that if all parties involved are partially responsible for the incident, then they are all liable for damages. Liability is … Read more

Updated: December 9, 2020

Someone Hit My Parked Car – Who Is Going to Pay for Damages?

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You’d think that having your car parked would lower the risk of an accident. However, it’s estimated that around 20% of all vehicle accidents actually occur in parking lots! In most cases, when such accidents occur, people generally can get away unscathed or with some minor injuries. The same cannot always be said for the … Read more

Updated: December 9, 2020

Should I Represent Myself in a St. Louis Car Accident Case?

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If you have suffered injuries from a car accident and the financial burdens that follow are worrying, you might be tempted to represent yourself in the case. Some people do it to avoid paying attorney fees, while others feel that an attorney is simply not needed in their particular situation.  While car accident victims can … Read more

Updated: December 4, 2020