Auto Accidents
Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents
Car
Accident
We help crash victims recover medical costs, lost wages, and damages from St. Louis crashes.
Truck
Accident
Our team takes on trucking companies and insurers after devastating collisions in Missouri.
Motorcycle Accident
We wrote the book on defending motorcycle crash victims and fight to protect riders.
Rideshare
Accident
We protect you when rides in Uber, Lyft, shared cars, scooters, bikes, buses and boats go awry.
Bicycle
Accident
We secure compensation for injured cyclists suffering collisions and unsafe road conditions.
The Auto Accident Law Firm of St. Louis
Car, truck, and motorcycle crashes can change lives in an instant. Wolff Trial Lawyers is a St. Louis–based personal injury firm with a Colorado presence in Steamboat Springs, representing crash victims across Missouri and the greater Midwest, as well as the Yampa Valley and Northwest Colorado.
If another driver’s careless, reckless, or illegal behavior caused your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain & suffering. Our trial-tested attorneys are ready to help you make an informed decision—and fight for the maximum recovery you deserve.
Why Wolff Trial Lawyers?
- Experience that wins: Attorney Alvin Wolff has 46+ years of securing compensation for victims of auto accidents, with 7,500+ injury claims handled in Missouri and Colorado.
- Crash focus: Deep experience in auto, trucking, and motorcycle litigation—from investigation to trial.
- Trial reputation: We don’t take lowball offers; we prepare every case for the courtroom.
- Client-first: Fewer cases, more attention, consistent updates, straightforward advice.
- Missouri and Colorado Experts: St. Louis, MO and Steamboat Springs, CO with regional reach.
Types of Auto Accident Cases We Handle
- Rear-end, T-bone, head-on, sideswipe collisions
- Hit-and-run, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims
- DUI/DWI and drug-impaired driving
- Speeding, reckless, or aggressive driving
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) and commercial fleets
- Tractor-trailers / big rigs / delivery trucks
- Dangerous road/auto defects (product liability)
- Motorcycle right-of-way violations
- Driver fatigue and distracted driving (texting)
- Multi-vehicle and catastrophic injury crashes
Car Accidents in St. Louis & Beyond
Drunk driving and speeding remain leading causes of serious crashes in Missouri. While weather plays a role in a small percentage of collisions, most crashes trace back to preventable driver error—like running red lights, unsafe lane changes, or distracted driving.
Representative Car Accident Issues
- Hit & run and uninsured motorist claims
- DUI/DWI and drug-impairment crashes
- High-speed and intersection collisions
- Rideshare and commercial fleet incidents
- Catastrophic injury and wrongful death
Truck Accidents: High Stakes, Heavy Damage
Commercial truck cases are different. Federal and state regulations, electronic logs, maintenance records, and multiple liable parties make these claims complex—and high stakes. We move fast to preserve black box data, inspection reports, and witness testimony.
Frequent Trucking Failures We Investigate
- Improper lane changes and unsafe merges
- Overloaded or unsecured cargo
- Driver fatigue / hours-of-service violations
- Speeding, tailgating, aggressive driving
- Impaired or distracted driving
- Inadequate training or supervision
- Poor maintenance / brake or tire failures
- Failure to conduct pre-trip inspections
- Improper following distance
- Negligent hiring/retention by carriers
Motorcycle Accidents: Respect the Right-of-Way
Motorcycle crashes in Missouri have surged in recent years. Most involve another vehicle—and too often, a driver who failed to yield, checked a blind spot, or saw the rider but misjudged speed/distance. Riders carry minimal protection, so injuries are frequently severe.
Common Driver Errors Leading to Rider Injury
- Left-turn violations and failure to yield
- Unsafe lane changes and blind-spot strikes
- Speeding, tailgating, and road rage
- Texting / distracted or drowsy driving
- DUI/DWI and drug impairment
Common Auto Accident Injuries
- Spinal injuries, herniated discs, fractures
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussion
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Amputation and crush injuries
- Severe burns, lacerations, scarring
- Orthopedic injuries and joint damage
- PTSD, depression, and anxiety
- Wrongful death
Serious injuries often require surgery, months of therapy, and long periods off work. We document the full impact—from medical costs to lost earning capacity and long-term care needs.
Compensation in Missouri & Colorado
In auto cases (car, truck, motorcycle), you may seek economic damages (medical bills, future treatment, lost wages/earning capacity, property loss) and non-economic damages (pain, suffering, disability, disfigurement, loss of normal life). Missouri generally does not cap non-economic damages in standard auto injury cases. (Medical malpractice claims follow separate, capped rules.)
Negotiation vs. Litigation
Many auto claims resolve in settlement when the evidence is strong. If insurers refuse fair value, we file suit and take your case to trial. Our team is built for both arenas—your strategy will focus on maximizing recovery, not accepting the first offer.
What To Do After a Crash
- Call 911 and request medical evaluation—even if you feel “okay.” Some injuries surface later.
- Document the scene (photos, vehicle positions, skid marks, road conditions) if you can safely do so.
- Exchange info and identify witnesses; get the police report number.
- Seek care promptly and follow treatment plans—it protects your health and your claim.
- Call us early: We preserve evidence, correct report errors, secure video, and speak to insurers for you.
Proudly Serving St. Louis & Steamboat Springs
Missouri: St. Louis City, St. Louis County (Clayton, Ladue, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Brentwood, Ballwin, Chesterfield, Maryland Heights, Florissant, University City), St. Charles County (St. Charles, O’Fallon, St. Peters, Wentzville), Jefferson County (Arnold, Fenton), and surrounding communities.
Colorado: Steamboat Springs and Routt County (Hayden, Oak Creek, Yampa), serving clients across the Yampa Valley and Northwest Colorado.
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Alvin Wolff, J.D.
Alvin A. Wolff, Jr. is a distinguished St. Louis personal injury attorney with 46 years of experience handling more than 7,500 personal injury and medical malpractice cases, securing hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation for clients.
Known as “The St. Louis Personal Injury Law Firm,” Alvin and his team have earned Wolff Trial Lawyers a reputation for relentless advocacy, compassionate client care, and results-driven representation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have a case?
Every situation is different. If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence — whether in a car accident, on unsafe property, or from medical errors — you may have a case. The best way to know is a free consultation. Speak with an attorney from Wolff Trial Lawyers for free today.
What should I do right after an accident or injury?
Get medical care immediately, even if you feel fine. Then, document everything — photos, records, and witness names — and talk to a lawyer before speaking with insurance companies.
How long do I have to file a claim?
In Missouri, the statute of limitations for most personal injury cases is five years, but medical malpractice cases may have a shorter deadline. It’s important to act quickly so you don’t lose your right to file.
Do I need a lawyer, or can I handle it myself?
Insurance companies often try to settle for less than you deserve. Having an experienced attorney on your side levels the playing field and usually leads to a stronger outcome.
How much is my case worth?
Case value depends on your medical bills, lost wages, long-term impact, how the injury affects your life, and your quality of legal representation. While no lawyer can guarantee an amount, we fight relentlessly to get you the maximum compensation possible.
Our Areas of Expertise
Personal
Injury
Our team pursues compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering.
Worker's Compensation
We guide workers through claims for medical care, lost income, and disability benefits
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Malpractice
When doctors or hospitals fail in their duty of care, we hold providers accountable.
Wrongful
Death
We provide compassionate support to families after the loss of a loved one.
Auto Accident
Need legal support after a car, truck or motorcycle crash? We secure your compensation.
Bicycle Accident
We stand up for injured cyclists suffering collisions and unsafe road conditions.
Dog Bite
We help victims of dog attacks, holding negligent owners responsible for serious injuries.
Premises Liability
We secure compensation for victims of unsafe property and slip-and-fall accidents..
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