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What to Do after an Accident with a Commercial Truck

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Accidents involving commercial trucks can result in devastating injuries and significant damage. In the aftermath of such an accident, it's crucial to understand what steps to take to protect yourself and your rights. By following the appropriate measures, you can ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident with a commercial truck, it's essential to consult with a qualified commercial truck injury lawyer to guide you through the legal process.  Bruntrager & Billings, a family-owned firm with 65 years of experience in the courtroom, can provide the expert legal...

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Can You File a Claim after an Accident Involving Bad Weather?

One question that commonly arises in many motor vehicle accident cases concerns crashes that are either caused or tremendously influenced by inclement weather. Just as Missouri enjoys scenic summertime conditions, the fall, winter, and spring months can all see different periods of bad weather conditions that may include heavy rain, snow, or other conditions.   Missouri Revised Statute § 537.765 establishes that contributory fault, as a complete bar to a plaintiff's recovery, was abolished, and the state would adopt a system of pure comparative fault such that any fault chargeable to a plaintiff would diminish proportionately the amount awarded as compensatory damages...

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Five Things to do After an Accident with a Commercial Truck

Five Things to do After an Accident with a Commercial Truck

Being involved and injured in a crash involving a commercial truck can be extremely stressful and confusing. While you may be tempted to just move on quickly from the incident, there are some critical steps you should take following an accident with a semi, tanker, or another commercial vehicle. For more information, call our office today to speak with a St. Louis truck accident lawyer.   1. Contact the Police You may be tempted to keep the incident between the drivers and not involve the police. However, do not miss this critical step! The police will gather important details, including accounts of what...

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Can You Ever Recover Compensation for a Single Vehicle Accident?

Can You Ever Recover Compensation for a Single Vehicle Accident?

When you think of recovering compensation for your physical, financial, and emotional losses (or legal damages) in a car accident claim, your mind likely got to two-car accidents in which the other driver is at fault. This scenario, however, doesn’t cover all such claims. Sometimes, single car accidents are caused by the negligence of other entities, and this fact shouldn’t be overlooked. If a single car accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence causes you to be injured, look to the professional legal guidance of an experienced St. Louis car accident lawyer today.  Road Defects Sometimes, defects in the road itself...

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Winter Weather and Car Accidents Involving Pedestrians

Winter Weather and Car Accidents Involving Pedestrians

Leaves and temperatures are both falling. Winter will soon be here again. And with it, slippery roads, dangerous conditions, and more car accidents. We presented an article a year ago about preparations you can take before venturing out. But what about pedestrians? You, like many others, may have begun walking or riding a bicycle almost daily. And as cases of COVID-19 continue to soar, limiting our normal social activities, people will continue to exercise outside. So here are some things you need to know as the temps drop and the days get shorter. Rights of Pedestrians When a pedestrian takes to the sidewalks,...

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What Should You Do if You Get Into an Automobile Accident?

What Should You Do if You Get Into an Automobile Accident?

You are driving to work, listening to the morning show on your favorite radio station, thinking about what is ahead of you in the workday. Suddenly, the cars in front of you come screeching to a halt. You slam on your brakes, barely avoiding crashing into the back of the car that has stopped in front of you. Unfortunately, the car behind you was not so quick and BANG, they rear end you. What should you do now? First steps after an auto accident First, make sure everyone is okay. Second, assess whether your car can be moved. Third, get the authorities involved. Fourth, exchange...

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The Lifelong Costs of a Spinal Cord Injury

The Lifelong Costs of a Spinal Cord Injury

While any serious injury can cause unwanted complications, the fact is that some injuries can be more devastating than others. Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) belong to this latter category, as they often have the potential to leave victims with lifelong complications that can have a profound impact on their quality of life and ability to engage in the activities that they once enjoyed. ...

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