Motor Vehicle Accidents

St. Louis trial lawyers protecting the rights of accident victims in Missouri and Illinois...

The news from one week in the St. Louis, Missouri area is full of everyday tragedies on the road:

• A chain reaction accident occurs in backed-up traffic on I-270 when someone fails to stop in time.
• A motorcyclist is in critical condition at the hospital in Creve Coeur, MO after being rear-ended by a pickup truck and thrown from his bike.
• A teenager is killed and children are injured in a head-on collision in Lincoln County.
• A car is ripped apart when it collides with a tractor-trailer in southern Illinois.

Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents are all too common, but we continue to trust each other to drive safely and avoid causing injury to other drivers. Unsafe and negligent drivers threaten this unspoken agreement. While you obey traffic laws and avoid dangerous driving conditions, those who don't put us all in danger.

Bollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow is a St. Louis law firm, centrally located within thirty minutes of four county seats and their courthouses, and serving clients across Missouri and Illinois. Our attorneys care about the welfare of the community. They believe in protecting the rights of victims in motor vehicle accident cases and challenging insurance companies when they fail to offer a fair payout.

Whatever the situation...

•  Your motorcycle was clipped by a minivan on I-55 near Webster Groves
• Your car was sideswiped by a semi truck on Highway 141 in Chesterfield
• Your SUV rolled over on I-44 in Franklin County
• You were t-boned at an interchange on Highway 21 in Jefferson County
• Your loved one was killed in a crash on Highway 40 in St. Louis
• Your car was totaled and you were injured on Highway 30 near Fenton
• Your daughter died in a multi-car accident on I-255 in Illinois
• Your truck was pinned to the guardrail in an I-170 Inner Belt pileup

Bollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow has the resources to go to trial against the biggest companies.

Tough but compassionate trial attorneys Jill S. Bollwerk, Daniel T. Ryan, and Frank J. Carretero are dedicated to supporting the legitimate claims of accident victims and assuring that they are fully and fairly compensated for their losses.

Jill Bollwerk knows how insurance companies operate. Her first-hand experience with the insurance industry allowed her to learn the tactics they use to minimize the amount they pay out, regardless of the need or situation of the injured party.

Our St. Louis office is located only ½ block from the local Harley Davidson dealership and we know the motorcycling community. Bollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow will be happy to represent you in your motorcycle accident case.
 
We will make you feel at home, because it feels good to help a client who needs our support.

At Bollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow we are supportive of our local immigrant communities. If English is your second language, we will ensure that you fully understand every document that pertains to your case. Frank Carretero is a fluent Spanish speaker and welcomes clients from our growing Hispanic community.

If you or someone you love has been involved in a serious motor vehicle accident...
Please call Bollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow at 314-315-8111 (toll free at 877-315-8111) or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation.

Bollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow, LLC is located in St. Louis, Missouri and serves all of Missouri and Illinois including the following counties, cities, and towns:
St. Louis. St. Louis County: Clayton, Chesterfield, Kirkwood, Florissant, Oakville, University City, Mehlville, Wildwood, Ballwin, Affton, Maryland Heights, Hazelwood, Webster Groves, Brentwood, Lemay, Bellefontaine Neighbors, Manchester, Town and Country, Ferguson, Glendale, Creve Coeur, Maplewood, Bridgeton, Ladue, Jennings, Saint Ann. Jefferson County: Arnold, Festus, Murphy, Barnhart, De Soto, Fenton, Byrnes Mill. St. Charles County: O'Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters, Wentzville, Lake St. Louis, Weldon Spring. Franklin County: Washington, Union, Sullivan, Pacific, Saint Clair. Warren County: Warrenton, Wright City. Lincoln County: Troy, Elsberry, Moscow Mills. Boone County: Columbia. Southern Illinois.

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Blog for Motor Vehicle Accidents

• National Transportation Safety Board Recommends Full Ban on Cell Phone Use While Driving
• The Value of Always Carrying a Camera
• Missouri Attorney's Crusade to Discourage Drunk Driving on Prom Night
• Unexpected Freezing Rain Causes 31-Car Pileup on Highway 64/40 in St. Louis
• Too Many Pedestrians Killed on Grand Avenue | St. Louis, Missouri
• Missouri Blizzard Closes Interstates, Delays Deliveries, Causes Accidents
• Missouri Governor Learns Seat Belt Lesson The Hard Way
• Clay County Bus Accident Sends Kids And Driver To Hospital
• Phil Tatlow takes on State Legislator who struck pedestrian and left scene
• Lawsuit alleges police officer was drinking at a bar prior to fatal crash

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Library for Motor Vehicle Accidents:

• Winterizing Your Vehicle to Prevent Auto Accidents   
  Find tips to help you prepare your vehicle for winter weather and possibly stop an accident from occurring on slippery, snow covered streets.
• If you are on Medicare and you are injured in an auto accident in Missouri, it is best to get the advice of an attorney before settling your case.   
  If Medicare pays bills related to your Missouri Auto Accident, you cannot settle your case without dealing directly with Medicare.
• The Do's and Don’ts of Your Missouri Car Accident Claim (Part B)   
  Contact a Missouri personal injury attorney to learn the dos and don’ts of filing a Missouri car accident claim. Call now: 1-314-315-8111.
• The Do's and Don’ts of Your Missouri Car Accident Claim (Part A)   
  If filing a Missouri car accident claim, here are the dos and don’ts that can affect the outcome. Call a Missouri personal injury attorney at 1-314-315-8111.
• Hire a St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer or Settle on Your Own? (Part B)   
  Settle on your own or hire a St. Louis personal injury lawyer? Contact us if you have trouble with your Missouri personal injury claim: 1-314-315-8111.
• Hire a St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer or Settle on Your Own?   
  Should you hire a St. Louis personal injury lawyer or settle yourself? Contact us about your Missouri personal injury claim: 1-314-315-8111.
• 5 Ways to Protect Your Missouri Personal Injury Claim (Part B)   
  If you’re in an accident, protect your Missouri personal injury claim. Speak with a Missouri personal injury lawyer about your case. – 877-315-8111.
• 5 Ways to Protect Your Missouri Personal Injury Claim (Part A)   
  Protect the integrity of your Missouri personal injury claim with these tips and then contact a Missouri personal injury lawyer. – 877-315-8111.
• Your Missouri Personal Injury Attorney Can Guide You After a Car Accident in St. Louis (Part B)   
  When you’ve been involved in a car accident in St. Louis, your Missouri personal injury attorney will tell you not to do these 3 things. Call 314-315-8111.
• Your Missouri Personal Injury Attorney Can Guide You After a Car Accident in St. Louis (Part A)   
  After a car accident in St. Louis, a Missouri personal injury attorney can give you guidance in the efforts to help you pursue compensation: 314-315-8111.
• What is Medical Payments Coverage, and Why Do I Need it on my Missouri Automobile Insurance Policy?   
  Medical Payments coverage can assist you in your Missouri Motor Vehicle Accident case in paying your medical bills while waiting for your case to settle.
• Snow Safety: How To Drive In An Ice Storm   
  The best way to avoid an accident in an ice storm or snow storm is not to leave the driveway at all. However, if you absolutely need to drive in the ice or snow, you should know how to safely navigate Missouri roads and highways. In this article, learn safety tips for driving in winter weather.
• Distracted Driving Costs Lives In Missouri And Illinois   
  Traffic safety advocates have found that an estimated 20 percent of all car accidents are caused by distracted driving. Many do not realize that distracted driving is more than just texting and driving -- any activity that takes your hands, eyes, or mind away from the act of driving is dangerous to others on the road.
• Five Ways Teen Car Accidents Take Place   
  The most common reasons for teen car accidents differ from the most common reasons for car accidents that involve adult drivers. In this legal article about car accident lawsuits, read about the most common causes of teen car accidents, which include driver inexperience, reckless driving, distracted driving, speeding, and drinking and driving.
• Road Construction Zone Driving Safety Tips   
  The chance of a car accident taking place soars in road construction zones and roadwork areas. In this article, learn the best ways to avoid a car accident and car accident injury when driving in a construction zone.
• What To Do Immediately After A Car Accident   
  You've just had an extremely scary car accident, and your heart is racing. As your vehicle comes to a stop, what do you need to do immediately? In this article, learn exactly what you should do in the minutes and hours after a Missouri or Illinois car wreck.
• What Is Underinsured Motorist Coverage?   

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Frequent Questions for Motor Vehicle Accidents:

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  I was rear-ended by a truck in a Missouri automobile accident and the insurance adjuster for the truck driver called me and wants to take a recorded statement from me. Should I say "yes" to that request?
  
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  My health insurance company claims that when I settle my Missouri auto accident case, I have to pay them back for the medical bills they paid on my behalf. Is this true? 
  
• What do I do if I have an accident, and the other driver who was responsible for the accident does not have insurance?
• Will the vehicle that turned left always be found liable in a car accident in Missouri?
• Can I be found liable if my car is rear-ended in a St. Louis car crash?
• When is it necessary to hire a Missouri personal injury attorney after a car accident in Kirkwood?
• ¿Qué debo hacer inmediatamente después de un accidente donde me dañan?
• What Should I Do If I Am Caught Driving In An Ice Storm?
  
• What should I do immediately after an accident where I am injured?
• The insurance adjuster is calling me.  What should I say to him?
• The insurance adjuster for the other driver told me that she won't pay my medical bills while I am receiving treatment, and that I will have to wait until I settle my case to get reimbursed for my medical care.  Is this true?
• I don't have the cash to pay my medical expenses while my case is open.  What should I do?
• Can't I get a partial settlement from the insurance company of the other driver to pay some of my bills?
• The insurance company for the other driver offered me a settlement while I was hospitalized immediately after the accident.  Should I accept this offer?
• What is the statute of limitations on my automobile accident case?
• The insurance adjuster for the other driver says I don't need a lawyer to settle my case. Is this true?
• How much is it going to cost me to hire the attorneys at Bollwerk, Ryan & Tatlow?
• What is uninsured motorist coverage?
• What is underinsured motorist coverage?
• Can I get compensation for my injuries if the accident was partly my fault?

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Case Results for Motor Vehicle Accidents:

• Injured Highway Worker Settles with two defendants for $1.25 Million, then obtains an Arbitration Award for the Maximum $355,396 against Highway Department

Awarded: $1,605,396

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Videos about Motor Vehicle Accidents:

• Toyota Camry vs Toyota Yaris - Crash test

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Web Resources for Motor Vehicle Accidents:

• Illinois Teen Driver Safety

  Description: Cyber Drive Illinois presents a guide to Teen Driver Safety.

• Missouri Driver Improvement Program

  Description: Information on Missouri's mandated driver improvement program.

• MoDOT Older Driver Safety

  Description: The Missouri Department of Transportation's page on Older Driver Safety.

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