According to crash reports submitted to the Missouri State Highway Patrol in 2018, St. Louis is the second most accident-prone city in the United States. In 2017 alone, there were 937 fatalities in Missouri car accidents. Even with increased access to public transportation, most people still prefer to travel by car. 87% of daily trips are made in personal vehicles according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. This makes drivers, pedestrians, and passengers vulnerable to car accidents and injury.
If you were involved in a car accident in the St. Louis area, reaching out to a car accident attorney to navigate the process on your behalf enables you to focus on your well-being and recovery. The family of car accident lawyers, at Bruntrager & Billings will advocate for you to take the stress of dealing with the insurance companies off of your plate and get you the compensation and justice you deserve.
There are many reasons that people are involved in car accidents. Most are due to the following:
- Alcohol or drugs-DUI
- Distracted Drivers
- Speed
- Younger or Mature Drivers
You may have experienced an injury, property damage, or even a fatality due to a car accident. Additionally, you may have experience lost wages, emotional trauma or distress and long-term medical needs. The experience of the team of car accident attorneys at Bruntrager & Billings will work hard for you and have a history of success in getting their client’s needs met and exceeded.