Category: Personal Injury

How Long Do You Have to Sue After an Accident?

• December 1, 2023
• Kelvin Birk
• Personal Injury

Thousands of people are involved in vehicle accidents every year in Missouri, and a crash can result in major property damage, devastating injuries, and even death. Survivors of serious accidents may be left dealing with long-term pain and suffering and mounting medical and household bills at a time they may be unable to work. 

Financial losses can easily exceed the limits of a car insurance policy, but an experienced car accident lawyer may be able to get you full compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. While no amount of money can make up for the trauma, pain, and suffering you are going through, a monetary award can relieve your financial burdens and enable you to fo [...]

How Often Do Car Accident Cases Go to Court?

• April 10, 2023
• Kelvin Birk
• Personal Injury

If you have recently been in a car accident, you know the serious injuries and financial hardships that can occur. Negligent drivers cause thousands of car accidents each year in Missouri. When you are hurt, you can file a personal injury lawsuit to seek compensation. To win compensation, you may be able to settle out of court with the responsible parties or you may have to go to court to prove your case.

So the important question is: How often do car accident cases go to court? The answer may be less than you think. Each case is different, but many may be settled out of court. Others may require a trial to fully compensate you for your losses. Below are some of the factors that [...]

Who Is at Fault in a Lane-Change Accident?

• June 28, 2022
• Kelvin Birk
• Personal Injury

Each time you get in your vehicle and use it to travel somewhere, you are accepting some level of risk that you may be involved in an accident. While this is true, if you follow the rules of the road, avoid distractions, and practice defensive driving, you can protect yourself in many situations.

Unfortunately, not all accidents can be avoided, and one that may occur without warning is a lane-change accident.

If you are involved in this type of collision, you may wonder who is at fault? After all, it can be a confusing and stressful situation.

When figuring out who is at fault in a lane-change accident, it is good to consult with an attorney. They will unders [...]