Chesterfield Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers

Fighting For Drunk Driving Accident Victims in Missouri

A crash caused by a drunk driver is different from an ordinary collision. You know it should never have happened, and you may now be dealing with serious injuries, hospital visits, and calls from insurance companies. If you are facing this situation, you do not have to navigate it on your own.

At Meyerkord Law Group, we help people whose lives have been turned upside down by impaired drivers. Our firm has recovered millions of dollars for injury victims and families across the St. Louis region and beyond. We are a family-led team that takes on serious cases with the preparation and resolve needed for trial when that becomes necessary.

Our motto, “Your Injury. Our Priority.®” reflects how we approach every case we accept. We listen, we give honest guidance, and we put our time and resources into building a strong claim. On this page, we explain your options after a drunk driving crash and how our attorneys work to protect you.

Call us today at (314) 500-6000 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our drunk driving accident attorneys in Chesterfield.

Why Choose Us?

After a collision caused by an impaired driver, you may see advertisements from many firms. Choosing the right team matters, especially when you are dealing with serious injuries and a clearly preventable crash. We have built Meyerkord Law Group to give injured people in Chesterfield and the surrounding area a different kind of experience.

We are a boutique, family-led practice, which means we carefully select the cases we take. When we commit to represent you, our attorneys stay involved and give your case the attention it deserves. Clients are not treated like files. They are treated like people we have chosen to stand beside during a difficult chapter of their lives.

Our attorneys bring decades of combined personal injury litigation experience and a proven trial record. The firm has won a majority of the trials it has taken, and that reputation helps us push back when insurers try to discount even obvious drunk driving crashes. We prepare as if every case may go to court, which can create real leverage during negotiations.

We know that injuries and questions do not follow business hours. Our attorneys are available 24/7 to talk, including nights and weekends. When you call, you can ask the hard questions, and we will give you realistic, candid answers so you always know where you stand.

What Compensation Could Be Available in a Drunk Driving Accident Claim?

A civil drunk driver injury claim can address the real-world losses you are experiencing. These may include emergency care, follow-up treatment, and physical therapy, as well as lost income if you cannot work or must cut back your hours. It can also include your pain, limitations on daily activities, and how the crash has affected your family life.

Common categories of compensation in a drunk driving crash claim include:

• Medical bills for emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation, and medications
• Future medical needs when injuries have long-term effects
• Lost wages and reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to the same work
• Pain, discomfort, and emotional distress caused by the crash and its aftermath
• Loss of enjoyment of life when you can no longer do activities you once valued
• In some cases, wrongful death damages for families who lose a loved one

In some situations, responsibility for a drunk driving crash may reach beyond the impaired driver, depending on the facts and the law that applies. For example, coverage questions may involve multiple insurance policies or issues that arise when a driver was overserved at a business. Our role is to evaluate these possibilities carefully and explain which options may realistically apply to your case.

What To Do After A Drunk Driving Crash

The hours and days after a crash can be overwhelming. You might be in pain, worried about a family member, or juggling work and medical appointments. Knowing a few practical steps can help protect your health and your rights while you decide what to do next.

Your first priority should be safety and medical care. Accept help from first responders, and if you are not transported from the scene, schedule a full evaluation as soon as possible. Many injuries, including head trauma, soft tissue damage, and internal injuries, may not show their full impact immediately. Documenting your symptoms early creates a clearer picture of how the crash affected you.

At the scene, law enforcement typically investigates and prepares a report. That report can be important in a drunk driving case, especially if it records signs of impairment or the results of field sobriety tests. If you can, gather witnesses' names and contact information, take photos of the vehicles and surroundings, and keep copies of any paperwork you receive.

Insurance companies often move quickly after these crashes. An adjuster may call and seem sympathetic, then ask for a recorded statement or suggest a fast settlement. Those early offers usually do not reflect the full cost of your injuries, especially before you know whether you will make a full recovery. Speaking with an attorney before agreeing to anything can help you avoid signing away important rights.

How We Build Drunk Driving Claims

• Reviewing key evidence: We examine police reports, citations, impairment test results, crash photos, vehicle damage, and other relevant records.
• Evaluating your injuries: We review medical records to understand the full extent of your injuries and their impact on your life.
• Identifying sources of compensation: We assess the impaired driver’s insurance, policy limits, your own underinsured motorist coverage, and other potential sources of recovery.
• Preparing for litigation: We research the legal issues, develop case strategies, and prepare as though your case may go to trial.
• Negotiating for a fair result: We use our preparation to pursue compensation that accounts for both your current needs and future risks.
• Keeping you informed: We provide clear updates, answer your questions, and explain your options throughout the process.