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 (literally) 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 & 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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Meet St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer
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.
Relentless Advocacy = Real Results
Real World, Down-to-Earth Advice = No Jargon, No B.S.
Family Legacy of 100+ years in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice Law
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have a personal injury case in Missouri?
You likely have a case if someone else's negligence caused you real harm — medical bills, lost income, lasting injuries, or the loss of a loved one. Missouri law requires four things to prove negligence: a duty of care, a breach of that duty, a direct link between the breach and your injury, and actual damages. The only way to know for sure is a free consultation. Call (314) 651-8631 — we'll tell you honestly whether there's a case worth pursuing.
How long do I have to file a claim in Missouri?
Most Missouri personal injury cases have a five-year statute of limitations under RSMo § 516.120 — the same five-year deadline applies to most Missouri car accident lawsuits. Medical malpractice is only two years, wrongful death is three, and claims against government entities can be much shorter. Don't wait on the longer end; evidence and witnesses disappear fast. Call (314) 651-8631 so we can protect your filing rights.
What does it cost to hire Wolff Trial Lawyers?
A: No recovery, no fee. We handle personal injury and medical malpractice cases on a contingency fee basis, agreed to in writing before we begin. Depending on what your case requires, there may still be case costs involved. We walk you through all of that at your free consultation. Your consultation is no pressure, no obligation.
Do I actually need a lawyer, or can I handle it myself?
You can handle it yourself, but Insurance Research Council studies have consistently found that represented claimants recover significantly more on average — even after attorney's fees. Adjusters are trained to close claims for as little as possible. An experienced St. Louis trial lawyer levels that field.
How much is my case worth?
Case value depends on your medical expenses, lost wages, future care, the severity and permanence of your injuries, how clearly fault falls on the other side, and the insurance coverage available. No honest lawyer can promise a specific number, and Missouri Bar rules prohibit us from doing so. What we can promise is a thorough valuation of every component of your claim.
What should I do right after a serious accident or injury in Missouri?
Get medical care immediately, report the incident in writing (police report, incident report, or hospital record), photograph everything, collect witness names, and do not give a recorded statement to an insurance company. Then call a St. Louis personal injury lawyer before accepting any settlement offer — initial offers are almost always a fraction of what the case is worth.
What if the accident was partly my fault? Can I still recover in Missouri?
Yes. Missouri follows a pure comparative fault rule from Gustafson v. Benda (Mo. 1983), which lets you recover even if you were up to 99% at fault — your compensation is simply reduced by your share of the blame. Insurance carriers work hard to inflate that share, which is exactly why representation matters.
How long will my case take?
Every personal injury case in St. Louis is different. A straightforward claim may resolve in a few months; a complex medical malpractice or catastrophic injury case that goes to trial can take a year or longer. We give you an honest timeline at your first consultation and keep you updated at every stage.
Will my case go to trial?
Most personal injury cases settle before trial, and we work hard to secure full value at the negotiating table. But insurance carriers pay more when they know the lawyer across the table will actually try the case — and Alvin Wolff, Jr. has tried over 100 cases to a jury verdict. Being trial-ready is what makes settlements bigger.
What kinds of cases does Wolff Trial Lawyers handle?
Serious personal injury and wrongful death matters throughout Missouri and Colorado — including medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, car and truck accidents, motorcycle and bicycle accidents, premises liability, slip and fall, dog bites, prescription errors, and negligent security. If you're not sure whether your situation fits, call and ask. If it isn't something we handle, we'll point you to someone who does.
Personal Injury Practice Areas
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
Medical 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 wrongful death 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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The Missouri Bar requires a disclosure that contacting an attorney on this website does not constitute an attorney client relationship. Legal advice is not given here and any past case results listed have no bearing on what your case might be worth. Every case rises and falls on its own particular merits.
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