What to Expect When You Have Been Injured in a Missouri Auto Accident
A car accident places its victims in a jumble of fear, uncertainty and doubt. When it happens to you or a loved one, it’s important to know the steps to take to protect your rights and file a claim to recover for your damages:
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An automobile accident checklist
Even in the aftermath of an accident, certain actions can help your case. Make sure you have:
- Collected information from the other driver, including name, address, phone number, vehicle make and model, license plate number and insurance information
- Identified and collected information from eyewitnesses
- Taken photos of the involved vehicles and accident scene, if possible
- Waited for the police to arrive, if possible
- Recorded the officer's name, badge number and contact information
- Sought immediate medical treatment
- Obtained the police report
- Notified your insurance company
- Contacted an experienced Missouri auto accident attorney who knows the local roads and conditions
- Kept all associated medical records and bills
- Retained all evidence, including damaged clothing and other personal belongings
- Kept all records of vehicle damage and expense
- Recorded your recollection of the accident, including weather conditions, the other driver's behavior and conversations with all parties involved
Helping St. Louis County auto accident victims recover for damages
At Case, Rajnoha & Boudreau, our auto accident lawyers and injury attorneys in Missouri help car accident victims file their claims for damages and prepare their cases against the party or parties who caused the victims harm. To do this, we follow these steps in the personal injury representation process:
- Case management. If we take your case, we contact the all associated parties so they know you are represented by a lawyer. This takes the burden off you so you can concentrate on your healing.
- Discovery process. During this stage we will likely engage an expert witness, such as an accident reconstructionist or safety engineer to help prove negligence of the party who harmed you. Our car accident lawyers also secure copies of all your accident-related documentation, such as medical records, police reports and accidents reports. Taking depositions of the parties and witnesses is a part of discovery as well.
- Settlement or trial. We strive to negotiate a settlement that compensates you fairly for damages. However, our auto accident lawyers are always prepared to take your case to trial if a settlement offer is not in your best interest.
Trusted legal services for your family
Since 1975, the St. Louis County attorneys at Case, Rajnoha & Boudreau has been helping families resolve their legal issues — including car accidents. Call us at (636) 552-4872 or contact us online to schedule your free initial phone consultation. We look forward to hearing from you.
