St. Louis Car Accident Frequently Asked Questions

Serious Car Accident Claims

Question:
Will I have to file a lawsuit in order to get compensation for my St. Louis car accident claim?

Answer:
It depends.  Most car accident injury claims can be settled prior to filing a lawsuit as long as there are not complicated issues of law or fact in the case.  Insurance companies only offer fair compensation when a lawyer is aggressive and isn't nervous about filing a lawsuit.  Our injury lawyers file lawsuits every day and conduct trials on a regular basis.  A lawyer who is unwilling to file a lawsuit when the insurance company is being unfair is NOT doing you any justice.

Question:
What is the statute of limitations for a car accident in St. Louis

Answer:
The statute of limitation for a car accident injury claim in Missouri is five (5) years.  For fatal car accidents that result in wrongful death claims, the applicable statute of limitations is three (3) years from the date of the crash.  Failing to file a lawsuit in the appropriate jurisdiction within the time period allotted by law will result in a complete bar to recovery.

Question:
Do I have to pay attorneys' fees up front in order to hire you as my injury lawyer?

Answer:
No.  We never charge a retainer fee.  Our attorneys' fees are strictly charged on a contingency fee basis.  If we don't win your case, you will never get charged any attorneys' fees.

Question:
Should I give the other driver's insurance company a recorded statement?

Answer:
Absolutely not.  Even if you have no fault in causing the crash, an unfair insurance company claims adjuster will use the recorded statement against you at a later date.  Recorded statements have the potential to adversely affect your claim for compensation, even when an attorney is hired to represent you.

Question:
Will I have to give a deposition?

Answer:
Maybe.  If we file a lawsuit on your behalf, there is a chance that the defense lawyer will want to take your deposition.  Depositions are conducted at a lawyer's office with a court reporter in attendance to take down every spoken word as a record.  A deposition is sworn testimony.  Our clients are well-prepared for depositions so that the experience is not as scary as it may sound.

Question:
What do I tell the collection agencies that keep calling me about past due medical bills?

Answer:
Our lawyers contact medical providers and collection agencies on behalf of our clients, putting an end to the harassing phone calls and letters.  We may also be able to stop collection efforts all together and save your credit report from being harmed.

For all your specific questions, contact a St. Louis car accident injury lawyer by calling (314) 448-0934 for an immediate answer.