St. Louis Underinsured Motorist Attorney
The national Insurance Research Council (IRC) reports that as many as 12 to 15 percent of all drivers on Missouri roads are uninsured or do not carry sufficient auto insurance to fully cover injury and wrongful death damages they may be liable for in the event they are found negligent in an accident. More and more, responsible drivers recognize the value of purchasing low-cost uninsured motorist insurance (UIM) to pay for medical bills, car body repairs and other expenses arising from a car accident. Unfortunately, many drivers also discover that filing a claim against their own UIM policy is often as frustrating and confusing as filing against another driver's insurance.
Don't give up on seeking the full and fair money damages you deserve. Our attorneys have more than 30 years of experience helping people recover compensation after an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver. We have helped hundreds. We can help you.
We are the personal injury attorneys of Bley & Evans, LC, in Columbia, Missouri. If you were involved in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, don't assume there is little or nothing that can be done to collect damages. We can help you by finding every available avenue for compensation, including litigating full and fair damages from your own UIM policy coverage, as well as pursuing damages directly from the negligent driver's insurance and personal assets. In the event the negligent driver was guilty of DUI, we can also pursue compensation from the bar, restaurant or other social host under Dram Shop laws.
What to Do First
If you were involved in a car accident with an uninsured or underinsured motorist, handle yourself the way you would after any motor vehicle accidents. Visit these information pages about car accidents:
- How to get your medical bills paid after an accident
- First steps after a car accident
- What to do and what not to do after an accident
Most important — do not assume the insurance adjuster is on your side, even if he or she is working for your own auto insurance company. You have every right to pursue maximum compensation for all of your financial damages. Don't attempt to handle the insurance claim without understanding your legal options. That is why it is important to schedule a free consultation with an attorney at Bley & Evans as soon as possible after your accident. We will investigate the details and offer a full and clear evaluation of your legal options.
Free Consultation · No Fees Unless You Recover Compensation · State and Nationwide
From our offices in Columbia, we represent clients in communities throughout Missouri and the United States. Contact our office today to discuss your personal injury claim with an experienced Columbia uninsured motorist lawyer. Wherever you are, you can reach us toll free at 866-920-4115 or by e-mail. We are available for a free consultation during regular business hours and by appointment evenings and weekends. We handle every case on a contingency basis, which means you don't pay any attorney's fees unless we recover compensation for you.
