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(314) 500-HURTInjured victims are entitled to compensation for an accident caused by someone else. Even so, an insurance company will only pay a claim after determining their policyholder’s liability for the crash. Liability can become complicated when many vehicles are involved in a single collision.
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The liable party for a multi-crash accident depends on the driver or drivers who caused or contributed to the crash. Sometimes, multiple parties may have caused the accident, making it difficult to allocate liability. You must do so, however, to recover compensation from
If you or a loved one has sustained an injury in a multi-car crash, a trusted St.Louis car accident attorney can help determine the liable party.
Unlike two single-vehicle accidents, crashes involving many vehicles can involve extensive property damage, severe injuries, and fatalities. Common injuries from multi-car crashes include neck injuries, internal bleeding, spinal cord injuries, concussions, and broken limbs. Injuries and damage can be costly, making financial recovery imperative.
In Missouri, more than one party can be at fault for a car accident. Sometimes, one driver might fail to yield properly, and another driver might be too distracted to slow down in time to avoid crashing into them. Once these two cars collide, they cause a pile-up of vehicles in the traffic lane. In this case, both the distracted driver and the one who failed to yield can share responsibility for the resulting injuries to everyone involved. Victims might file more than one insurance claim, or the insurance companies might handle the allocation of funds between themselves. Either way, victims want to ensure they get full compensation.
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Since different parties share fault, it can be difficult to prove how each party contributed to the accident and why they are liable. A car accident lawyer possesses the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to navigate a complex case involving multiple drivers and insurance policies.
To establish that a particular party is liable for a crash, an attorney can prove fault using different pieces of evidence, including:
Once an attorney has established the liable party, they’ll offer legal support during the claim process. They can provide evidence of your losses, negotiate a fair settlement with insurers, or take the case to court if neede.
You deserve compensation for medical expenses and other injury-related losses if you sustained an injury in an auto accident. Working with an experienced car accident attorney enhances your chances of identifying and holding liable parties fully accountable.
Burger Law has a team of highly qualified attorneys with 70 years of combined litigation experience. Contact us online or at (314) 542-2228 for a free case evaluation.
Founder | Injury AttorneyGary Burger
Gary Burger has dedicated his career to standing up against bullies. The founder and principal attorney of Burger Law | St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer has helped hundreds of Missouri and Illinois individuals and families recover th …
Years of experience: 30 years
Location: St. Louis, MO
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