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Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC 5585 Pershing Ave Suite 110 St. Louis, MO 63112 (314) 367-2661

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David W. Craig

David Craig is the managing partner as well as one of the founding partners of the law firm of Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC. Since he began practicing law more than 26 years ago, he has been fighting to obtain justice for ordinary people against insurance companies, trucking companies, large corporations and others. He has witnessed first-hand the destruction and devastation that can be caused by the recklessness of others. David cares deeply about his clients and treats them the way he would want to be treated — with honesty, professionalism and direct personal attention.

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St. Louis Personal Injury Attorneys

If you have suffered injuries in an accident someone else caused in St. Louis, you are likely facing daily pain, lost time at work, significant financial distress, and uncertainty about what your future holds.

You do not need to face the fallout alone. The personal injury attorneys at Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC protect the rights of injured people in St. Louis as they look to rebuild their lives after a devastating accident.

Our personal injury law firm wants to help you fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact us now to set up a free consultation about your legal options after a serious accident.

Why Should I Hire a Personal Injury Attorney After an Accident?

Seeking compensation for injuries in Missouri can be challenging to do independently. Working with an experienced personal injury law firm provides you with a skilled, knowledgeable team of legal professionals who can advocate aggressively for your best interests.

Here are just a few of the ways the personal injury attorneys at Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC can help you:

Offering legal guidance – Our attorneys can help you with everything from assessing your case for free to providing sound advice throughout the entire legal process.
Investigating and gathering evidence – All successful cases require substantial evidence. Our attorneys can conduct an in-depth investigation into the accident that injured you, determine who might be responsible, and then gather the necessary evidence to establish liability and seek the maximum compensation you deserve.
Handling all communications – Insurance companies frequently employ various tactics designed to hurt your claim and protect their profits. Putting all communications with them in the hands of an experienced attorney can help you avoid making any critical errors.
Negotiating and litigating – You may have a great case with strong evidence, but a fair settlement must still be negotiated. Our skilled attorneys are prepared to fight for the compensation you deserve, whether it is at the negotiating table or in the courtroom.

How Long Will My Personal Injury Case Take in Missouri?

Every personal injury case is unique, which means it can be difficult to estimate how long a particular one might take. For instance, when injuries are more severe, several parties are involved, or the case must go to court, it can take significantly longer. In general, cases that end in a settlement can be resolved as quickly as within a matter of months, but cases that go to trial can last a year or longer.

Injury Law Firm Credentials You Can Verify

You do not have to take our word for it. The credentials our personal injury attorneys hold link to the organizations that verify them, so you can check them yourself before you pick up the phone.

Here are some of the credentials our experienced St. Louis personal injury attorneys hold:

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating – This rating comes from a peer-review process in which other attorneys evaluate a lawyer’s legal ability and ethical standards. Founding partner David Craig’s full peer-review profile is available to the public.
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum – This national forum limits membership to attorneys who have won a settlement or verdict of one million dollars or more. Its searchable directory lets you confirm current members by state.
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 – David Craig is included on this list, which recognizes attorneys with a proven track record of taking cases to trial rather than just settling them. His individual profile is publicly available on the organization’s site.
Best Lawyers in America – Six attorneys at the firm carry this peer-nominated recognition across personal injury and workers’ compensation law. The firm’s full roster of honorees is listed on the Best Lawyers website.

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How Missouri Law Shapes Your St. Louis Claim

The Missouri comparative fault rule favors injured drivers more than most people realize. Under RSMo § 537.765, fault for an accident need not fall entirely on one side for a personal injury claim to succeed. Missouri courts have applied the pure comparative negligence principle to car accidents and other negligence claims for decades. Unlike states that cut off recovery once a driver crosses a fault threshold, Missouri sets no such limit.

For example, if a jury values a claim at $100,000 and finds the injured driver 30 percent at fault for following too closely, the driver could still recover $70,000. Even if a driver is found 80 percent at fault, they could still recover the remaining 20 percent from the other party at fault for the crash.

Insurance companies know the comparative fault rule well, which is why our personal injury attorneys are ready to push back against any fault percentage an insurance adjuster unfairly assigns to you for the crash that injured you.

Where you file a claim matters too. A lawsuit arising from a crash within the city of St. Louis is typically filed in the St. Louis Circuit Court, the trial court that handles civil claims for the City of St. Louis. A crash in St. Louis County, St. Charles County, or elsewhere in the metro area falls under that county’s own circuit court instead.

Our St. Louis injury law firm handles claims across all these jurisdictions, not just the city itself, so we file a case where it belongs from the start. Knowing which court has jurisdiction, and how a Missouri jury in that court will weigh comparative fault and other legal issues, is exactly the kind of local knowledge that can shape what a claim is ultimately worth.

How Much Compensation Can I Get for My Injury in Missouri?

Compensation in personal injury cases depends heavily on the unique circumstances of the case. More severe injuries, longer recovery times, more extensive lost income, and other long-term consequences can all increase the amount of compensation significantly.

Our experienced attorneys can assess the value and strength of your claim to give you an idea of your claim’s worth.

In a personal injury case, you can seek money for your:

Past and future medical expenses
Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Loss of enjoyment of life
Property damage

We help St. Louis injury victims who suffer life-changing harm caused by others’ careless or reckless acts, including:

Traumatic brain injury
Spinal injury (disc, bone & nerve damage)
Soft tissue damage (including whiplash)
Bone fractures
Catastrophic injuries
Premises Liability
Burns
Scarring and disfigurement
Emotional distress
Neck Injuries
Back Injuries
Amputation injury

Types of Personal Injury Cases Our St. Louis Attorneys Handle

The team at Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC has extensive experience handling personal injury cases of all kinds. Some of the most common types of cases we take on include:

Car Accidents

When another driver causes an accident because they were distracted, impaired, fatigued, speeding, tailgating, violating traffic laws, or otherwise negligent, they may be responsible for any injuries and related losses that result. We fight to hold negligent parties accountable after auto collisions.

Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks can cause devastating injuries in the blink of an eye, and recovering compensation for truck crash injuries can be complicated and challenging. We have deep experience tackling these complex cases and fighting for the outcomes our clients deserve.

Motorcycle Accidents

Due to the lack of protection compared to other vehicles, motorcyclists commonly sustain severe injuries such as amputations, back injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and more. These are often due to car drivers not noticing motorcyclists.

Premises Liability

When a property owner or manager fails to keep their premises safe and someone gets hurt, they may bear legal responsibility. Whether you had a slip-and-fall accident on a broken staircase, tripped in a poorly lit corridor, or got injured due to insufficient security, we can fight to hold negligent property owners responsible.

Wrongful Death

If you lost a loved one due to someone else’s carelessness or intentional actions, you may have a valid wrongful death claim. We offer compassion, support, and tenacious advocacy as you pursue justice and rightful compensation for this unthinkable tragedy.

Truck Accidents

Car Accidents

Wrongful Death

What We Do

Our dedicated team of St. Louis personal injury lawyers handles a broad range of complex accident claims.

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Motorcycle Accidents

Pedestrian Accidents

Traumatic Brain Injury

What We Do

Our dedicated team of St. Louis personal injury lawyers handles a broad range of complex accident claims.

See All Cases We Handle

Time Limit to File a St. Louis Personal Injury Lawsuit

Under Missouri law, you typically have five years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. While that may sound like ample time, remember that the longer you wait, the harder it becomes to build a strong case. There may be delays in the legal process, evidence can be lost or destroyed, witness memories can fade, and insurance companies may employ stalling tactics. Contact a lawyer near you at our law firm as soon as possible to get started now.

How to Find the Right Personal Injury Lawyer in St. Louis, MO

Picking an attorney to represent you may be the most critical choice you make when pursuing a personal injury claim. Here are some tips for choosing the right one:

Look for a strong resume – You want a personal injury law firm with the awards, accolades, and case results to prove that they are knowledgeable, capable, dedicated, and experienced.
Find someone local – An experienced personal injury attorney near you with deep knowledge of the area can offer a strategic advantage when building your case, and they are also a lot easier to work with from a logistical standpoint.
Choose a firm that works on contingency – You do not need to risk further financial distress to pursue your rightful compensation. Choose a firm that works on a contingency fee basis, and you will not pay a dime unless they win your case.

Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC offers all these qualities and more. We have recovered millions on behalf of our injured clients since 1999. We are the recipients of numerous honors and awards in our field. Our office is conveniently located right in St. Louis. We will not charge you anything unless we recover your compensation.

Our St. Louis personal injury lawyers have also earned praise from our many satisfied clients. For example, one of our past clients wrote:

“This is such a phenomenal law firm. We were involved in a very tragic accident that we will never forget. But we are so thankful for every step that was taken from this team – since the inception of the case to the end results.” – Anna Sumner

When you are ready to fight for the compensation and accountability you deserve, our team will be there to lead the way. Contact us today for your free consultation with a St. Louis personal injury attorney at our law firm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Should I Do After an Injury in St. Louis?

You should seek medical care immediately, even if you feel all right at first. You might have hidden injuries that could worsen without diagnosis and proper treatment.

If possible, report the incident to the appropriate authority, such as the police (after a motor vehicle accident), a business owner (after a slip-and-fall or other premises liability injury), or animal control (after a dog bite).

Write down everything you remember about the accident, including where it happened, any hazards you noticed, and your injuries or symptoms.

Contact our St. Louis personal injury attorneys for a free consultation as soon as you are able.

How Do I Know If I Have a Valid Personal Injury Case in St. Louis?

For your St. Louis personal injury case to succeed, you must show that someone else acted negligently and that their actions caused you harm. You generally cannot seek compensation for injuries resulting from your own careless actions.

If you believe someone else caused your injuries, our St. Louis personal injury lawyers can evaluate your case and explain your legal options.

What Happens During a Personal Injury Lawsuit in St. Louis?

The personal injury lawsuit process involves several steps. First, your lawyer will investigate your claim and gather evidence to demonstrate the harm you suffered and how someone else caused your injuries. Then, your attorney can file a claim against the liable party or their insurance company.

Negotiations over your potential compensation could take weeks or months. If your lawyer can work out a fair deal, you can accept the settlement and receive your compensation. If not, your case might proceed to trial, where your attorney will present your case in court.

Your St. Louis personal injury lawyer will handle all the legal steps in your trial and prepare you for any hearings or testimony you may need to give.

What Are the Steps to File a Personal Injury Claim in St. Louis?

If settlement negotiations are unsuccessful, it may be time to file a personal injury lawsuit. The personal injury lawsuit process typically involves taking the following steps:

Drafting a complaint that names the defendants, explains why they are responsible for your injuries, and asks the court to order them to pay you for the harm you have suffered
Filing the complaint with the appropriate court
Serving the complaint on the defendants, meaning delivering it to them in a way that conforms to legal standards
Answering the complaint, in which the defendants formally respond to your allegations
Pursuing discovery, the process by which each side collects evidence and shares it with the other side
Going to trial, where each side makes its case to the court
Rendering a judgment, in which the court decides the case and, if it finds in favor of the injured party, determines how much the defendant must pay

How Can I Prove Liability in My St. Louis Personal Injury Case?

To win a St. Louis personal injury claim, you must demonstrate that someone else injured you because they acted carelessly or, less commonly, hurt you intentionally. The type of evidence you need depends on the kind of accident and the nature of your injuries.

Some examples of common evidence in personal injury cases include:

Police reports
Medical records
Eyewitness accounts
Accident scene photos
Physical evidence from the accident
Surveillance videos
Testimony from expert witnesses

How Can I Gather Evidence for My Personal Injury Claim in St. Louis?

It is best to let your St. Louis personal injury lawyer gather evidence while you focus on healing. However, if your injuries allow, try to collect evidence from the accident scene before leaving to seek medical care. The evidence could include:

Eyewitness names and contact information
Photos of the accident and your injuries
The location of nearby surveillance cameras
The names and contact information of whoever injured you (the other driver or the owner of a business or other property you were visiting, for example)

Our Honors & Awards

Our firm is recognized for its excellence in the legal field, having received numerous accolades such as the Litigator Award and being ranked among the Best Law Firms by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Our esteemed lawyers proudly hold the Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Rating, a top-tier Superb Rating on Avvo, along with memberships in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum® and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®. If you or a loved one has faced an injury, the dedicated team at Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC stands prepared to offer unmatched legal services to support and guide you.