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Why You Should Never Borrow Someone’s Car Without Making Sure They Have Insurance

Before you assume that you can just hop behind the wheel and be covered by their insurance should you be at fault for an accident, there are some things that you will want to ask the car owner.

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Did You Incur Serious Injuries When You Slipped and Fell?

If you’ve recently fallen or slipped and incurred serious injuries, you may be wondering whether or not suing for compensation is a good idea. This can be a difficult decision to make, which is why you’ll want to speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer.

What Qualifies as Lost Income in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

Many people forget that lost income is more than just the lost wages you won’t receive from not being able to work.

Fault in Missouri Car Accidents - St. Louis Auto Accident Attorney

If you are in a car accident in Missouri, the first thing that needs to be determined is who is at fault.

What we Learned from McDonald's Hot Coffee Case

How the media effected personal injury claims.

How to get a personal injury attorney in California.

Article discusses what a client needs to do in order to insure they have the best chances to recover on their personal injury law suit.

Is Hiring a St. Louis Car Accident Attorney Worth It?

If you are wondering if it is worth it to hire a St. Louis car accident attorney, the answer is: it is not only worth it, it can help ensure that you get all that you are entitled to.

Urgency in Auto Accident reporting

In order to protect your claim with your own insurance carrier, it is required that you notify them as soon as possible after the accident. If this is not done, you may violate provisions in the policy and lose coverage. It is oftern helpful that property damage claims for your car be made by the yourself rather than the attorney to speed up getting help. You should consult with your lawyer to see how best to handle making the claim. The most important first step is getting medical treatment. If you are in any pain or discomfort let the police and the ambulance paramedics know. Even if you do not go to the hospital you should be sure that the injury is noted before you leave the scene of the accident.

5 Mistakes That Can Impact Your Auto Accident Claim - St. Louis Attorney

The steps you take after an accident can either help or hurt your case. Make sure not to make these five common mistakes that can leave you holding the financial bag for both your injuries and damages.

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