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At Fault Drivers - Should You Sue Them?

Drivers who have been injured in automobile accidents find themselves in a bewildering maze of paperwork, bureaucracy and trauma - both physical and mental. If the other driver is at fault there are additional questions to be answered such as:

  1. Do I sue the at fault driver, even if I have both car and health insurance?
  2. Does the at fault driver even have insurance?
  3. How much will I receive if I'm successful and when will I get it?
  4. Do I need the services of a car accident lawyer who can sue the at fault driver for me?

Before we even address the first four questions, let's go straight to Number 4: Yes, you should engage the services of an experienced, competent car accident attorney who will fight for your rights if you're injured in an accident and the other driver is at fault. In St Louis, call the personal injury specialists at Millikan Wright at 314-621-0622 as soon as possible. Remember: you owe us nothing if you don't collect.

Now, let's take these other questions in order:

Do I sue the at fault driver, even if I have car and health insurance?
Your other insurance may not cover all your expenses, both vehicular and medical, so, yes, you should probably sue the other driver for your personal injuries. Besides, the at fault driver purchased their insurance for just this possibility so don't feel bad about exercising your rights and getting the money you deserve.

Does the at fault driver even have insurance?
This is a question which should have been answered at the time of the accident. But if there is any doubt whether liability insurance was in-force at that time, ask your personal injury attorney.

How much will I receive if I am successful and when will I get it?
The amount you will receive in compensation for your personal injuries can vary widely, but judgments and settlements from a few thousand dollars to millions of dollars are not uncommon. There are various funding mechanisms through which you can receive your money, typically a few months to a few years after the matter is resolved, depending on your case.

In the Greater St. Louis area, the Millikan Wright Law Firm will handle your case against the at fault driver with compassion and skill, from the moment you call to the moment you receive your compensation. Call toll free today at 877-621-0622, or if you live in the St. Louis area, call 314-621-0622.