Serious Personal Injury in Motor Vehicle Accidents
Injuries from car accidents are the leading cause of death for Americans from age 6 to age 33. In Missouri alone, the State Patrol reports that more than 1,000 people are killed each year and another 60,000 are injured in accidents involving cars, SUVs, minivans and pickups.
If you or a loved one was seriously injured in an auto accident, you need the guidance of an experienced attorney. The law office of Kolker & Germeroth, L.L.C., represents auto accident victims in the St. Louis area and statewide Missouri. Contact our Clayton law office for a free consultation.
Auto Accident Attorneys in St. Louis
At Kolker & Germeroth, L.L.C., our attorneys have an impressive record of success in cases involving all kinds of complex issues, including liability insurance, uninsured motorist and underinsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage, medical decisions and property damage settlements.
We take on all kinds of auto accident cases, including those involving:
- Car wrecks
- SUV rollovers (see our Car Part Defects page)
- Car-truck collisions
- Construction zone accidents
- Work-related vehicle accidents
- Drunk driver accidents
- Hit-and-run accidents (unidentified driver)
- Car-motorcycle crashes
- Pedestrians and bicyclists hit by cars
We have handled every type of collision, from "T-bone" intersection crashes to head-on collisions and rear-end collisions. We have recovered compensation for wrongful death, permanent or catastrophic harm such as spinal cord injury or brain injury, and a wide spectrum of serious injuries, including broken bones, internal injuries, burns and disfigurement.
Maximizing Your Accident Compensation
Our attorneys work with physicians and other health care professionals to assess and review all the short- and long-term medical aspects of a case. Our comprehensive understanding of Missouri and Illinois automobile insurance and liability laws means that we are aware of the different sources of recovery available to car accident victims and their families, along with the various theories of liability that enable victims to collect from the parties who harmed them.
Our attorneys respond swiftly and oversee a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Many times we hire accident reconstructionists and other experts to identify the underlying negligence of the other driver: speeding or traffic violations, inattentive or distracted driving, aggressive or reckless driving, or intoxication. We also explore third-party liability, such as roadway defects or automotive design flaws.
Protect Your Rights — What to Do After an Auto Accident
If you are involved in a car accident, you can protect your rights by doing a few basic things:
- Do not admit fault.
- Get the other driver's name, phone number, license plate and insurance information.
- Gather the names and contact information of witnesses.
- Get medical attention as soon as possible after the accident.
- Take pictures of your vehicle and the other vehicle involved.
- Take pictures of the location where the accident took place.
Claims investigators from the other driver's insurance company or representatives of your own insurance company may contact you. Other than reporting your claim to your insurance company, you should not give them statements about the accident. First, speak with an experienced trial lawyer.
Contact Us to Discuss Your Case
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, call our St. Louis car accident lawyers now at 314-226-1426 or 866-770-8691, or contact us online to arrange a free initial consultation. We offer evening and weekend appointments, as well as home or hospital visits. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency — you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.
In addition to traffic accidents, Kolker & Germeroth, L.L.C., has represented victims of boating accidents, recreational vehicle accidents and aviation accidents.
