Truck Accident Lawyers in St. Louis

Fighting For Truck Accident Victims in Missouri

When a commercial truck causes catastrophic injuries, you need more than a settlement mill—you need a team that fights for your full recovery. Meyerkord Law Group combines decades of trial experience, medical and legal insight, and a boutique approach to maximize your compensation. We handle a limited number of cases, so we can dedicate hundreds of hours of investigation, research, and trial preparation to your file.

• Over $30 Million Recovered for Our Clients
• 30+ Years Trial Experience
• RN + SLP Medical Professionals on Staff
• 24/7 Direct Attorney Access

Have you or a loved one been injured in an 18-wheeler or semi-truck accident? Call our St. Louis truck accident attorneys at (314) 500-6000 for a free consultation.

Why Truck Accidents Are Different

A fully loaded commercial truck can weigh 80,000 pounds—many times more than a car. Crashes often result in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, and life-altering disabilities.

Insurance companies know when a case is handled by a trial-ready firm versus a high-volume settlement mill. At Meyerkord Law Group, we prepare each case as if it will go to trial, giving you the best chance for maximum compensation.

Why Choose Meyerkord Law Group?

Medical Expertise Built Into Every Case

Our team includes a Registered Nurse (RN) and a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) who:

• Triage and review medical records immediately
• Identify subtle negligence markers in hospital and EMS files
• Prepare reports and lifetime care valuations
• Translate complex medical evidence into trial-ready materials

Boutique Trial Preparation

• Direct access to Geoff Meyerkord, 30+ years of trial experience
• Hundreds of hours of investigation, research, and trial preparation
• Focus group testing to refine case narratives and anticipate defenses
• Strategy built on the assumption that your case may go to trial

Maximizing Every Layer of Insurance

• Commercial trucking policies
• Driver personal policies
• Cargo loaders and shippers
• Truck manufacturers and maintenance companies
• Underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage

Proven Results: Over $30M recovered for our clients.

Common Causes & Liability

Truck accidents are rarely simple. Common causes include:

• Driver fatigue or hours-of-service (HOS) violations
• Distracted driving (phones, GPS, eating)
• Speeding or reckless driving
• Poor vehicle maintenance or improper cargo loading
• Defective truck equipment

Potentially liable parties may include:

• Truck drivers
• Trucking companies (hiring, training, supervision, maintenance)
• Leasing companies, cargo loaders, shippers
• Manufacturers and maintenance contractors

Missouri Comparative Fault Rule: Even if you were partially at fault, your recovery is reduced only by your percentage of fault.

What Compensation Can You Recover?

Economic Damages:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages and lost earning capacity
• Property damage and home modifications

Non-Economic Damages:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disfigurement and scarring
• Loss of consortium

Wrongful Death Damages:

• Funeral and burial costs
• Medical expenses before death
• Loss of financial support
• Loss of companionship and guidance
• Grief and mental anguish

How We Handle Your Truck Accident Case

Step 1: Immediate Investigation & Evidence Preservation

• Send preservation letters to trucking companies
• Photograph the crash scene
• Interview witnesses
• Obtain black box (EDR) data

Step 2: Medical Review

• RN reviews records and identifies negligence markers
• Prepares independent medical evaluations and lifetime care valuations

Step 3: Expert Consultation & Reconstruction

• Accident reconstruction
• Trucking industry compliance
• Medical, economic, and vocational experts

Step 4: Comprehensive Liability Investigation

• Driver records, training logs, HOS compliance
• Trucking company safety ratings and FMCSA violations
• Maintenance records and ELD data

Step 5: Focus Group Testing

• Test narratives and visual presentations with real jurors
• Refine strategy before trial

Step 6: Negotiation or Trial

• Insurance companies know we are trial-ready
• Settlement or jury verdict pursued for maximum compensation

What to Do After a Truck Accident

1. Call 911 and seek medical care
2. Stay at the scene and document everything
3. Do not admit fault
4. Keep records of medical care, correspondence, photos, and witness information
5. Contact a truck accident lawyer immediately

Information to bring: Police report, medical records, insurance information, photos and videos, and witness contacts.

Filing Deadlines

• Personal injury: 5 years
• Wrongful death: 3 years
• Government vehicle: as little as 90 days

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does a Truck Accident Case Usually Take?

The length of a truck accident case varies based on the severity of injuries, the number of parties involved, and whether the matter settles or goes to trial. Some claims resolve within several months after medical treatment stabilizes, while others take a year or more if litigation is necessary. Complex crashes on busy St. Louis highways, where multiple insurers and out-of-state companies are involved, often require additional time for investigation and negotiations. The key is to balance moving the case forward with making sure your long-term needs are fully understood.

Do I Have to Go to Court for My Truck Accident Claim?

Many truck claims are resolved through negotiated settlements, but some do go to court if the parties cannot agree on fair compensation. Whether a trial becomes necessary often depends on how reasonable the trucking company and its insurer are during discussions. Preparing a case as if it will be presented to a jury in the Circuit Court of St. Louis County or the City of St. Louis can encourage more realistic settlement offers. If a trial is needed, having a thoroughly prepared file helps ensure your story is presented clearly and persuasively.

What Should I Bring to My First Meeting About a Truck Accident?

For an initial consultation, it is helpful to bring any documents you already have, such as police reports, medical records, discharge papers, and photographs from the crash scene. Insurance cards, letters from adjusters, and information about your employer and missed workdays are also useful. If you noted the names and contact information of witnesses or took pictures of the vehicles on I-55, I-70, or another St. Louis roadway, bring those as well. Even if you cannot gather everything right away, starting with what you have allows an attorney to begin evaluating your options and planning the next steps.

Can I Still Make a Claim If the Truck Driver Was From Another State?

You can often pursue a claim in Missouri even if the driver or trucking company is based elsewhere, especially when the crash happened on a Missouri road. In those situations, rules about where a lawsuit can be filed and how out-of-state companies are served with legal papers come into play. Courts in and around St. Louis regularly handle cases involving interstate carriers that travel through the region. Sorting out these jurisdiction issues early helps ensure your case is filed in a proper and convenient forum.

What If I Was Partly at Fault for the Truck Accident?

Being partly at fault does not automatically prevent you from recovering compensation after a truck crash in Missouri. Instead, any monetary award can be reduced by the percentage of responsibility assigned to you for the collision. Insurance companies sometimes try to overstate a driver’s share of blame, especially in complex wrecks on high-speed routes like I-64 or I-270. A careful investigation can help clarify what really happened and support a fairer assessment of fault.

Contact Our Truck Accident Lawyers in St. Louis Today

Recovering from a serious truck accident is overwhelming. At Meyerkord Law Group, we take the burden off your shoulders. We investigate every detail, negotiate with insurers from a position of strength, and are fully prepared to take your case to trial if necessary.

Your case deserves focused attention, legal guidance, and medical insight. We combine all three to maximize your recovery and protect your future.

Call Meyerkord Law Group today at (314) 500-6000 to speak with our experienced St. Louis truck accident lawyer who will guide you every step of the way. Your first consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win your case.