Category: Personal Injury Attorney

What Are the Rules for Property Owners on Sidewalk Clearing in Snow?

After a recent news report regarding liability in injury claims involving snow-shoveled sidewalks, the St. Louis slip and fall attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman have witnessed a lot of confusion. To Shovel or Not to Shovel, that is the QuestionA Fox4 report stating homeowners who clear snow from sidewalks could be more at-risk of litigation […]

Written by on February 6, 2018

Bitten by a Dog – Should You Sue the Owner?

Bitten by a dog? The St. Louis dog bite attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want to ensure you’re receiving just compensation. If you were bitten by a dog without provocation, you are entitled to damages from the dog’s owner. Strict LiabilityMissouri is a strict liability state. If you were on public property or lawfully on […]

Written by on January 30, 2018

Wrong Way Crash Kills Two on I-55 in Missouri

A wrong-way crash took the lives of two people on Interstate 55 in South St. Louis County early one Wednesday morning back in March. About 350 people die annually in wrong-way driving incidents, despite copious signage. The St. Louis car accident attorneys at Hoffman and Gelfman want you to be aware of the dangers. A […]

Written by on November 23, 2017

I-70 a Corridor to Death – Auto Accidents on the Rise

How many more lives will I-70 claim this year? The death toll has now reached nine. The St. Louis truck accident attorneys at Hoffman and Gelfman want you to be aware of the dangers surrounding this particular western stretch of I-70… Young Mother’s Life Cut Short25-year-old Missouri resident Kaylie Real died Sunday at Terre Haute […]

Written by on November 21, 2017

Can I Get Paid for Pain and Suffering as the Result of an Accident?

Have you recently fallen victim to an automobile accident? The St. Louis personal injury attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to know you are entitled to more than reimbursement for your damaged vehicle and medical expenses – you may be entitled to reimbursement for pain and suffering as well. What Pain & Suffering is […]

Written by on November 14, 2017

Tire Defect Causing Blow-Outs May Land Tire Makers in Court

Not all auto accidents are the result of neglect behind the wheel of a vehicle. Many of them are, but some could be the fault of companies who manufacture tires. Blow-outs occur when tires fail, and cause drivers to lose control of their cars without notice. When you look at the remains, they can appear […]

Written by on November 9, 2017

Know What to Do to Protect Your Legal Rights When You Are Injured

If you’re injured in a car accident, you need to know what actions to take. It’s common that after an accident, you’re stunned, and unsure about how to proceed. If you follow some simple steps, you’ll protect yourself and your case. Steps to Take After an Accident There are some simple, but important steps you […]

Written by on October 17, 2017

Report Nursing Home Abuse to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

Has a loved one suffered abuse at an area nursing home? The St. Louis nursing home abuse attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to know the steps to reporting such tragic incidences so that together, with the families of fellow victims, you can prevent future suffering. Steps to Reporting Nursing Home Abuse in Missouri: […]

Written by on October 10, 2017

You’ve Been In a Car Accident – Should You Go to a Doctor?

The St. Louis car accident attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman often consult with clients who postpone treatment following an automobile accident, preferring a ‘wait and see if it’s bad enough’ approach to care. Unfortunately, such delays in treatment tend to result in extended recovery times and the worsening of injuries. If You Are Injured In […]

Written by on September 21, 2017