If you were injured in a car crash in Missouri, get medical help right away, call the police, document the scene, do not let the insurance company control the story, and speak with a lawyer as soon as possible because the steps you take in the first hours and days can directly affect your health, your claim, and the value of your case. Sansone & Lauber helps St. Louis crash victims make the right decisions after a serious accident, and Missouri law has accident-reporting rules tied to injury and certain property-damage thresholds.
Do Not Freeze. Do These Things First.
A crash throws everything into chaos.
You are hurt.
You are shaken up.
Your car may be totaled.
The insurance company may already be calling.
That is exactly when mistakes get made.
Here is what to do immediately:
- Get medical care right away
- Call the police and make sure the crash is reported
- Exchange information with the other driver
- Take photos of the vehicles, the scene, your injuries, and anything important nearby
- Get witness names and contact information
- Keep your discharge papers, prescriptions, bills, and receipts
- Do not admit fault
- Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company before getting advice
- Call Sansone & Lauber at 314-863-0500 as soon as possible
Why Acting Fast Matters
The insurance company does not wait.
It starts building its defense immediately.
Witness memories fade.
Camera footage gets overwritten.
Vehicle damage gets repaired.
And once evidence is gone, it can be hard to get back.
Waiting is risky because evidence disappears, witnesses become harder to find, and vehicle evidence may be repaired or sold.
Your Health Comes First
Even if you think you are “probably okay,” get checked out.
A lot of car crash injuries do not fully show up right away.
That includes:
- concussions
- neck injuries
- back injuries
- soft-tissue injuries
- internal injuries
- worsening pain over the next 24 to 72 hours
The biggest mistake many people make is trying to tough it out.
Delayed treatment gives the insurance company an opening to argue that you were not really hurt, or that something else caused your pain later. Waiting a week to seek care when pain is real because delayed treatment can be used against the injured person.
What You Should Not Do After a Missouri Car Crash
Avoid these mistakes:
- Do not say “I’m fine” if you are not
- Do not apologize for the crash
- Do not guess about what happened
- Do not post about the wreck on social media
- Do not accept a quick settlement
- Do not sign anything from the insurer without understanding it
- Do not assume the adjuster is trying to help you
Insurance companies are trying to resolve claims for as little as possible.
That is their job.
Your job is to protect yourself.
Our job is to protect your case.
What Compensation May Be Available?
If another driver caused the crash, you may be able to recover compensation for:
- medical bills
- future medical treatment
- lost wages
- reduced earning ability
- pain and suffering
- permanent injury
- scarring or disfigurement
- vehicle and property damage
- other out-of-pocket losses tied to the crash
The Missouri car accident lawyers at Sansone & Lauber helps people injured in crashes caused by negligence and has obtained millions of dollars in compensation for clients with serious injuries.
Why You May Need a Lawyer Sooner Than You Think
A lot of people assume they only need a lawyer if the crash was catastrophic.
That is not true.
You should strongly consider legal help if:
- you went to the ER or urgent care
- you are missing work
- the other driver is denying fault
- the insurer wants a recorded statement
- your injuries are getting worse
- you may need ongoing treatment
- the insurance company is already pressuring you to settle
Our car accident lawyers have extensive experience handling accident injury claims and helping people understand how to proceed after a serious crash.
Why Choose Sansone & Lauber
We are built for serious injury cases
- we focus on personal injury litigation, including car accidents
- we help crash victims in St. Louis and throughout Missouri
- our St. Louis car accident lawyers state they have extensive experience handling these claims
- we have recovered millions for seriously injured clients
- we handle cases on a contingency fee basis, so there is no fee unless we recover money for you
- our office is in St. Louis County at 7777 Bonhomme Ave #2100, St. Louis, MO 63105
Do Not Confuse “Time to File” With “Time to Wait”
Missouri generally allows five years for many personal injury claims, but that does not mean waiting is smart. The legal deadline is not the real problem in the first days after a crash. The real problem is lost evidence, delayed treatment, and giving the insurance company a head start.
FAQ
I was injured in a car crash in Missouri. What should I do first?
Get medical help, call police, document the scene, exchange information, and do not give the insurer a recorded statement before getting advice. Missouri law has accident reporting rules tied to injury and certain property damage thresholds.
Do I need a lawyer after a Missouri car accident?
If you are injured, missing work, dealing with pain, getting treatment, or hearing from the insurer, you should talk to a lawyer quickly. Serious mistakes often happen early in the claim.
What if I feel okay right after the crash?
Get checked anyway. Some injuries show up later, and delayed care can hurt both your health and your case.
How long do I have to file a Missouri car accident lawsuit?
Missouri generally allows five years for many personal injury claims, but waiting can still weaken the case.
What if the insurance company offers me money quickly?
Be careful. Early offers are often designed to close the claim before the full extent of your injuries and losses is clear.
How much does it cost to hire Sansone & Lauber?
Car accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no fee unless compensation is recovered.
Call Sansone & Lauber Right Now
If you were injured in a car crash in Missouri, do not wait for the insurance company to decide what your case is worth.
Do not let them control the timeline.
Do not let them pressure you into a fast, cheap settlement.
Let us step in, protect the evidence, deal with the insurer, and fight for the full compensation you deserve.
Call Sansone & Lauber now at 314-863-0500 for a free consultation.
The sooner you call, the sooner we can start protecting your case.
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