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Being involved in a car accident is an experience that can leave you feeling confused, overwhelmed, and unsure of the next steps to take. In the aftermath of an auto accident, it’s vital to know how to protect yourself legally and financially. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential steps to take following an auto accident, helping to ensure your safety and safeguard your rights.
When tragedy strikes in the form of a personal injury, it's not just the immediate physical harm that impacts your life; the ripple effects can alter your existence in profound ways. In the legal landscape of personal injury cases, understanding the factors that contribute to the value of your claim is crucial.
When you've been involved in an auto accident in Missouri, the aftermath can be overwhelming. Not only are you dealing with the physical and emotional toll, but financial complexities can also add to your stress.
One aspect that many are not prepared for is the interaction between health insurance payments and auto accident settlements. Understanding this relationship is crucial.
A car accident is scary enough as it is, but the costs that follow can feel even more daunting. Here’s a breakdown of the true cost of a wreck (financial, emotional, and physical) and how your attorney can help you navigate this process from the time of the incident to years after.
In the moments after a car accident, it isn’t easy to have clarity on how you’re doing, what happened, and how to respond. So here are some guidelines concerning who to call after a wreck.
Getting into an accident with an elderly individual can be devastating and difficult. Learn how we can help you through this situation with compassion so that you can heal from your collision.
Of the many ways trucks can cause accidents, override accidents are common. Here, we’re explaining what that is and how you should seek justice.
Passengers who are ejected from the vehicle are three times more likely to suffer critical injuries or fatal wounds than victims who are not ejected from the vehicle. If this happens to you or someone you love, it’s important to know your rights.
Head-on collisions can lead to serious injuries or death. If you were hurt in a head-on collision, you may be entitled to compensation for your harm. Find out more.
It is common for trucks to cause jackknife accidents on the road. If you were involved in a jackknife accident, start exploring your legal options here.
Brake failure accidents are common in Missouri, and they’re often fatal. This post will help you understand what you’ll need to do so you and your loved ones can start healing.
Few things are more frustrating than a tailgating driver, except for a tailgating driver who causes an accident. In this post, we’ve laid out the steps you should take to seek justice in this kind of collision.
Every Missouri motorist should have insurance, but let’s talk about what happens if you’re in an accident, and the at-fault driver isn’t covered.
Chain reaction accidents commonly occur in high-speed rear-end collisions, when one driver rear-ends a vehicle and causes that vehicle to collide with the vehicle in front of it. These cases can create many complications when it comes to making insurance claims and receiving compensation.
When it comes to serious injuries resulting from accidents, amputations are among the most devastating outcomes that a victim can face. One of the most critical aspects of a situation involving an amputation is ensuring that your family and you receive the compensation that you deserve.
The main way to recover damages after a big rig crash is to prove that the truck driver, and possibly the trucking company, acted negligently. Here is how you can prepare for a successful lawsuit.
Penetrating head injuries can be a life-changing and devastating result of a vehicle accident. Matt Uhrig has guided many people injured in car crashes and other accidents through the legal process and helped them protect their right to compensation.
Sudden stop accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, which is why you need to stay alert on the road. Learn how we can help if you’re involved in this situation.
Compassionate motorcycle accident attorney Matt Uhrig can help you find compensation and healing if you or a loved one has experienced a motorcycle accident.
Brain damage is one of the most catastrophic and severe types of harm that you can suffer in an accident. Matt Uhrig is an experienced lawyer who can assist you through the legal process if you or your loved one has suffered a brain injury.
Distracted driving happens when a driver doesn’t keep their mind on the road. Learn what you can do to legally protect yourself in these situations.
Don’t know where to start if a loved one has been involved in a fatal truck accident? Don’t worry, start with this post.
While there are many factors that go into determining the worth of your car accident case, rest assured The Law Office of Matt Uhrig will fight to get every dollar you’re due.
Drivers who fail to yield the right of way cause thousands of accidents in Missouri each year. If you were hurt by a driver who failed to yield the right of way, you may be legally entitled to compensation.
It is against Missouri law to leave the scene of an accident that resulted in injury or property damage. Drivers who engage in this behavior may be liable to the people they harm, as well as being criminally culpable for their actions.
Sometimes, no matter how carefully you drive, you may find yourself in a dangerous and unexpected situation due to a hazard in the roadway. Depending on the size and extent of the obstruction, a resulting collision can be severe.
In serious car accidents, it is common for passengers to find themselves pinned inside the vehicle or against another object. If you are involved in a pin-in car accident, you may be entitled to compensation.
A new study from AAA shows that auto features designed to protect pedestrians may be doing the opposite.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, in just one year as many as 2,400 motorcyclists are injured in traffic incidents. If you or someone you love was injured in a motorcycle accident, these resources will give you valuable legal information.
Panel truck accidents offer decreased visibility, which makes them accident-prone. If you or someone you care about was injured in a panel truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation.