Springfield Car Accident Attorney

Pursue the Compensation You Deserve After a Car Accident

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident due to the negligent, reckless, or criminal actions of another individual, retain the legal counsel of Aaron Sachs & Associates as soon as possible. With our highly experienced team by your side and leading the way, you can be confident that your legal claim will have a fair chance of getting you the compensation you deserve. While you focus on your recovery, we will focus on maximizing your compensation and securing justice in your name.

Why should you choose our Springfield car accident lawyers first?

• Free consultations are available to each client.
• You don’t pay us a penny unless we win.
• Backed by over *200 years of collective experience.
• Recipients of an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
• Members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®.
• We are available 24/7 for client emergencies.
• We serve clients throughout Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Arkansas.

Act now. Call (888) 287-1046 to get your free consultation with our firm today.

What to Do After a Car Accident

If you have been injured in a car accident, protect your rights by taking the proper steps:

1. Get medical attention: Before anything, make sure you and everyone else are okay. Call for emergency medical attention. Even if you feel fine, get medical care on the same day as the accident. A checkup can identify underlying injuries and will update your medical record to show when your injury happened and why.
2. Document and photograph everything: Take photos of your injuries and the scene of the accident. Write down the names and phone numbers of eyewitnesses and all other individuals involved. Keep copies of important records and reports.
3. Protect your legal claim by guarding what you say: Don't discuss the incident extensively with friends and coworkers, and do not admit or accept blame at any time. The less you say about your situation, the less likely you are to inadvertently say the wrong thing. 
4. Speak with a Springfield car accident attorney: As soon as possible, talk to our team at Aaron Sachs & Associates. We can help you make informed decisions throughout the entire process of seeking compensation.

After a car accident, it's also important to understand the role of insurance companies and their strategies. While they may appear cooperative, insurance adjusters are trained to minimize the payout. Having a knowledgeable attorney from Aaron Sachs & Associates, P.C. ensures you have an advocate who understands insurance strategies and will work to protect your interests fully. Additionally, understanding Missouri's comparative fault laws can be beneficial. These laws consider the degree of fault each party holds, which could impact your compensation. Our team will guide you through these legal nuances, highlighting elements that could strengthen your position.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

To some, the term car “accident” is misleading because it implies that a crash happens on its own and can’t be avoided. In truth, nearly all car accidents are caused by someone’s negligence and mistakes that should have been prevented with more care. Our Springfield car accident lawyers can investigate the circumstances of your crash to determine who did what wrong and why that party should be liable for your harm and losses.

Common causes of car accidents include:

• Distracted driving: Ever since smartphones became extremely commonplace, the rate and number of distracted driving accidents have increased significantly. Distractions can take many forms, such as using a smartphone, adjusting the radio or GPS, talking with passengers, and more.
• Impaired driving: Alcohol and drugs, including legal and illegal substances, can impair a driver and make it impossible for them to safely operate a vehicle. Just one or two drinks can slow down a driver’s reaction time, make it more difficult for them to focus, and cause other serious issues that interfere with driving.
• Speeding: Breaking the speed limit always puts the driver and others around them in danger because speed limits are chosen carefully based on the design of the road, expected traffic conditions, and more important factors.
• Vehicle defects: If a vehicle part is made defectively, either through design or manufacturing errors, drivers can be at risk of a sudden crash without even knowing anything is wrong at first.

Many accidents may also occur due to adverse weather conditions such as fog, rain, or snowfall, which can make roads slippery and visibility poor. While weather conditions are out of our control, drivers are expected to adjust their driving to suit these conditions. Failure to do so can lead to liability due to negligence. Unsafe road conditions, like unmarked potholes, insufficient signage, or poorly lit roads, can also contribute to accidents. Our team is skilled in identifying these external factors and incorporating them into a comprehensive legal strategy that addresses all potential causes of an accident.

What is the Most Common Type of Car Accident?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident, accounting for about 29% of car accidents each year. Rear-end collisions are almost always caused by the rear driver, who typically doesn’t notice the front car has stopped. Factors that cause or contribute to rear-end accidents include distracted driving, tailgating, and speeding.

Where Do Most Car Accidents Happen?

The NHTSA data shows that most fatal car accidents happen within 25 miles of “your” home. In other words, in most car accident cases, the location of the crash was within 25 miles of the home of at least one party involved. This data doesn’t show that driving near home is dangerous, though. Instead, it shows that most drivers never go far from home, so it makes sense that most car accidents would not be “far from home,” either. Furthermore, the data shows that most car accidents happen at intersections, stoplights, and parking lots.

Here in Springfield, some of the most dangerous intersections are:

• Glenstone Avenue and Sunshine Street
• Kansas Expressway and Sunshine Street
• Glenstone Avenue and Battlefield Road
• Campbell Avenue and Walnut Lawn Street
• National Avenue and Battlefield Road
• National Avenue and Sunshine Street
• Kansas Expressway and Battlefield Road
• West Bypass and Chestnut Expressway
• Kansas Expressway and Grand Street
• National Avenue and Chestnut Expressway

While you should always exercise caution when you are behind the wheel, please take extra care when passing through these intersections. Know that if a car accident does happen at these intersections or anywhere else in Springfield, a local law firm is standing by to help you understand and use your rights.