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(314) 500-HURTWhile backup accidents often do not cause the kind of damage that a high-speed accident may, they can still lead to injuries and other damages that you need to be compensated for. If you or a loved one was injured by a careless driver, call a Burger Law car accident lawyer today at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online.
As of May 2018, all newly manufactured cars in the U.S. are required to have backup cameras. However, there are a lot of older cars on the roads, and some people may not look at the camera when backing up, or they may not use them correctly. When someone backs up into your vehicle and injures you, you are owed compensation. If the at-fault driver’s insurance company is being difficult — which they probably will be — you need an aggressive attorney by your side to make sure you are treated fairly. Burger Law has recovered over $180 million in verdicts and settlements for their clients in car accidents and other types of injury claims. We know how to stand up to bullies and hold them accountable. As experienced trial attorneys, we will stand fiercely by your side from your initial consultation to the successful resolution of your claim.
If you were injured in a backup accident in St. Louis, or anywhere in Missouri or Illinois, see how much your claim may be worth by using our free personal injury calculator.
According to the National Safety Council, one out of four collisions can be blamed on poor backing techniques, and those crashes cause more than 500 deaths and 15,000 injuries every year. Many of these accidents can be attributed to distracted driving, such as texting or setting up a GPS system. The most common deaths are in backup pedestrian accidents.
According to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report titled, “Deaths and Injuries Resulting From Certain Non-Traffic and Non-Crash Events“, 31 percent of fatalities were to children under the age of five, and the majority of those accidents happened at home, in a driveway or in a parking lot.
Immediately after, and in the days and weeks after, there are several things you need to do both for your health and for a successful resolution to your claim:
While most people in St. Louis do not have to make many injury claims in their life, we deal with insurance companies and stand up to bullies every day. Call Burger Law now at (314) 500-HURT to discuss the details of your case for free.
If you were a pedestrian who was injured, you will likely need a lawyer to ensure you are compensated for all of your medical bills. Insurance adjusters love to use tricks to devalue your claim, such as saying your injuries are preexisting or that the accident was too low-impact to cause them.
If you were injured because somebody hit your car, the other driver may very well try and deny liability. Rear end accidents are the most common type of car crash, and they may simply say you hit them. When fault is disputed, a St. Louis auto accident law firm can step in, prove negligence and demand the other driver is found liable for their actions.
A St. Louis personal injury lawyer will also:
With over 30 years of experience, we know the personal injury claim process inside and out. Let us handle the legal aspect of your case so you can focus on healing.
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You should not have to pay because somebody else broke the rules of the road and refuses to take responsibility for their actions. At Burger Law, our St. Louis car accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means there are no upfront costs and you do not pay until we win your claim. If someone injured you in a backup accident, call Burger Law today at (314) 500-HURT or fill out our online form.
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This law firm is absolutely amazing. They took on my case, when nobody else would! They fought hard for me when it seemed there was no hope. They kept me informed and always asked for my input before making decisions on my case. Gary puts himself into every case unlike most law firm owners. Gary and his team really care about every one of their clients, and fights hard to get you a fair settlement. They actually won my case out of court, and then reduced my fees to make sure I could get my car fixed and be able to get back to some normality. I would recommend Burger Law over and above any other firm! If you go somewhere else you aren’t getting the best!
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