Distracted driving is one of the main causes of accidents in the State of Missouri, and it has been for several years. The state has taken some major steps in an attempt to curb the problem by making it illegal to text for anyone who is under the age of 21. But is that enough? […]
Using a cell phone while you're driving is very dangerous. There are laws in Missouri against it, but as of now, they only apply to people who are under the age of 21. The reality is that distracted driving causes more accidents than most people realize; regardless of age. Distracted Driving Accident Statistics in Missouri […]
Texting while driving is very dangerous, and in Missouri it's now illegal for drivers under the age of 21. This is a fairly new law that has gotten some interesting feedback. Many believe that it shouldn't only apply to people who are below the age of 21. Of course, there are others who think that the […]
There are thousands of car accidents in St. Louis every year. While not every victim needs to get an attorney, there are many who should, but never get the legal help they really need. If you have recently been in an accident, it’s important to know how to tell if you should consider hiring a […]
There are a lot of legal terms that you may not understand once you have been in a car accident. One of these is the term, “Pure Comparative Fault,” and Missouri abides by this law, as do other states. But what does it mean for you and your case? We’d like to help you understand […]
If you have been the victim of a car accident in Missouri, and you need to file a lawsuit, you may not know where to begin. It’s important to understand the steps, and what will be required of you before you start this process. Filing a Police Report You will need to file a police […]
If you have never met with an accident attorney before, you might be feeling a bit nervous. You may not know what questions to ask, or what information to have available for them. This is completely normal. We’d like to help you learn how to be prepared for your consultation. Gather the Details Your attorney […]
Just because you’ve suffered a car accident, does that mean you need a lawyer? The St. Louis car accident attorneys want you to understand why it’s best to have a seasoned personal injury attorney on your side. Unforeseen ObstaclesIn the heat of the moment, your accident may seem manageable. However, unforeseen obstacles may pop-up over […]
A March 2017 auto accident claiming the lives of 13 was found to be caused, in-part, by texting while driving. A problem rampant across the U.S., everyone on the roadways is at risk, and the St. Louis Personal injury attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to be aware of the dangers. Driver Crossed Center […]
Quite often, people will travel along various Missouri roadways, come to a stop sign, stop and then go without taking notice of any oncoming traffic. Many of them travel their usual roads almost every day, and so their driving behavior becomes more like a habit than a task that they spend time thinking about. According […]
