Category: Truck Accidents
If you were injured in a truck accident in St. Louis, you generally have five years to file a lawsuit under Missouri law. For fatal truck accident cases, the deadline is typically just three years for filing a wrongful death claim. It is critical to note that much shorter notice…
Missouri law does not use a strict 24-hour car accident reporting rule for every crash. Many drivers can still report a collision after a day has passed if they follow Missouri’s car accident reporting laws and file the state form within 30 days. Drivers who worry about a late accident…
It can be shocking and unsettling to be involved in a car accident, especially when a pedestrian is involved. Many people may assume that pedestrians are automatically protected under the law, but the truth is that people on foot can also be at fault in certain situations. At Sumner Law…
After a serious truck accident, valuable evidence can quickly disappear. Trucking companies often move fast to repair vehicles, overwrite digital data, and discard records that could prove negligence. A spoliation letter stops that from happening. Sending a spoliation letter is one of the first and most important steps our attorneys…
To recover compensation after a truck accident caused by a truck driver, you must prove the driver was negligent. But what is negligence, and how do you prove it in a truck accident case? Understanding the legal role of negligence is essential for making a successful truck accident claim. Contact…
The short answer is no. Truck accident claims are typically resolved out of court through settlement negotiations. However, there are some situations where a trial might be necessary to seek fair compensation. Sumner Law Group, LLC, is here to help truck accident victims pursue the compensation they deserve for lost…
Have you been injured in a truck accident in St. Louis that was someone else’s fault? If so, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit against the company that operated the vehicle. An experienced personal injury attorney at Sumner Law Group, LLC, can help you pursue all your legal…
Many people have fond memories of riding in the back of a pickup truck when they were young but don’t know whether it is still legal to do so in Missouri. State laws say adult passengers are allowed to ride in the unenclosed bed of a pickup truck in Missouri…
It’s always important to start thinking about protecting your rights after a truck accident. Truck accidents often involve large trucking companies and insurance providers that work quickly to protect their interests. If you do not protect yourself, you could end up paying for someone else’s mistakes. Gathering evidence, documenting the…
In many cases, a truck driver who negligently causes an accident is liable for the injuries and other losses that result from the crash. However, trucking companies can share liability as a result of their own contribution to the accident – for instance, by failing to train drivers or monitor…
