St. Louis Distracted Driving Accident Attorneys
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Terry Crouppen who has more than 40 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney. Our last modified date shows when this page was last reviewed.
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- December 19, 2025
Distracted driving is responsible for countless injuries and deaths every year. When a driver is distracted, they must be held accountable for the accidents they cause. Our St. Louis distracted driving attorneys at Brown & Crouppen help clients secure life-changing compensation, so they’re not left to deal with the burdens of these accidents on their own.
Get started with your case by calling (314) 501-9510 or request a free case evaluation online. And remember, our attorneys work on a contingency basis, meaning there is no upfront cost to you—we only get paid if you win.
- Why Work With Our St. Louis Distracted Driving Accident Attorneys
- How Brown & Crouppen Will Help You After Your St. Louis Distracted Driving Accident
- What Types of Damages Can I Get if I File a Distracted Driving Claim in St. Louis?
- Missouri Distracted Driving Laws
- Types of Distracted Driving Accident Cases We Handle in St. Louis
- Distracted Driving FAQs
- Get a Free Case Evaluation for Your Distracted Driving Accident Claim
- Meet Our St. Louis Attorneys
Distracted driving has become a major risk factor for accidents across Missouri, with a high concentration of fatal crashes in the St. Louis area caused by distracted drivers. While texting, talking on the phone, and social media use are significant distractions, anything that takes a driver’s attention off the road can contribute to these types of crashes.
If a careless driver was distracted and caused your accident and resulting injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for your financial losses and suffering. Our St. Louis distracted driving accident attorneys can help you take legal action and claim the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.
Why Work With Our St. Louis Distracted Driving Accident Attorneys
Since 1979, our trusted personal injury lawyers in St. Louis have helped thousands of clients secure over $1 billion in compensation. Led by attorneys Terry Crouppen, Andy Crouppen, and Ed Herman, our team of more than 50 lawyers and 250 legal professionals has the skills and resources to take on big insurance companies that try to pay less than your claim is worth.
From the very start, we prepare your case as if it’s going to trial to let insurers know we are serious about protecting you. We fight for what’s fair, working towards a full-value settlement when possible and standing strong in trial when it’s not.
We believe every client has a right to quality legal representation. That’s why there is no upfront cost to work with our team, and no fee unless we win your case. Our focus is on protecting your rights and helping you and your family move forward.
How Brown & Crouppen Will Help You After Your St. Louis Distracted Driving Accident
If you were hit by a distracted driver, the aftermath can be frustrating and overwhelming for you and your loved ones. You’re suddenly dealing with painful injuries, expensive medical bills, lost time at work, and dismissive insurance adjusters who try to minimize your payout.
Our St. Louis texting while driving accident attorneys understand what you’re going through and know what steps to take to fight for the compensation owed to you. Our award-winning legal services include:
- Investigating the accident to identify the cause
- Gathering essential evidence to prove liability
- Building a strong case that gives you negotiating leverage
- Communicating with insurance adjusters on your behalf
- Maximizing your settlement to accurately reflect your damages
- Taking your case to court when necessary
From deadlines to filing documents and settlement negotiations to court procedures, we handle it all. Our texting and driving accident law firm will fight the legal battle while you focus on your recovery.
Real Stories From Our Clients
When you work with our team, it’s all about your needs. We offer compassionate advocacy, clear communication, and professional guidance to help you feel supported and confident every step of the way. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with our attorneys.
What Types of Damages Can I Get if I File a Distracted Driving Claim in St. Louis?
When you’re hit by a distracted driver in St. Louis, you can generally recover compensatory damages in a claim or lawsuit.
Compensatory damages include compensation for financial losses (economic damages) and traumatic life changes related to your accident (non-economic damages).
Examples include:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Disability
- Rehabilitation
- Property damage
- Nursing care
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life
- Depression and anxiety
- Embarrassment
- Loss of consortium
At Brown & Crouppen, our St. Louis distracted driving accident lawyers will fight to ensure that your damages are calculated properly. We won’t give the insurance company the ability to drive down the value or scare you into accepting less money than you deserve. In fact, we’ll bring in experts and specialists to help us get the valuation right.
Our Distracted Driving Settlements
Our firm is proud of the high-value settlements and verdicts we have won for our clients. Here are a few of our favorites.
- $200K settlement: The attorneys at Brown & Crouppen obtained a $200,000 motorcycle accident settlement for our client, who was rear-ended by a driver in a car. Tom communicated with the other driver’s insurance company by issuing a 90-day demand. He argued that because the other driver was distracted and driving dangerously—even though our client was partially at fault for the car accident—the client’s injuries and damages were so severe that a jury would award them more than the maximum coverage under the policy.
- $111K settlement: Our firm also helped a client injured at a golf course because the defendant was texting while recklessly operating a golf cart. Our client was riding with the defendant in the golf cart, which flipped over and ejected our client. Their arm was crushed under the golf cart and required surgery. The defendant’s $100,000 coverage applied to the golf cart accident. The golf course also paid $10,000 in medical pay coverage, and the auto insurance company paid an extra $1,000.
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Missouri Distracted Driving Laws
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 16,106 distracted driving accidents were reported statewide in 2023. Many of these accidents were serious, with 6,395 people injured and 124 fatalities.
With these types of accidents on the rise, Missouri recently passed a law to reduce texting and driving and other distractions by banning the use of handheld electronic devices. The law took effect in August 2023, and starting January 1, 2025, law enforcement can issue fines for most drivers who use handheld electronic devices behind the wheel.
Under Missouri’s hands-free law, it is illegal to do the following while driving:
- Watch movies or videos
- Manually write, read, or send text messages
- Physically hold or support a mobile device with any body part
- Record, live stream, post, or send video content
Our St. Louis texting while driving accident lawyers have in-depth knowledge of state and local laws that can affect your case. We can use hands-free violations as evidence to prove negligence and support your claim for compensation.
Use our legal checklist to learn what to do after an accident and understand key legal considerations for recovering financial compensation.
Types of Distracted Driving Accident Cases We Handle in St. Louis
There are three types of driving distractions that can lead to traffic accidents:
- Cognitive: A distraction that takes your mind and concentration away from driving
- Manual: A distraction that causes you to remove your hands from the wheel
- Visual: A distraction that diverts your eyes from the road
Our team handles all types of distracted driving claims, including accidents caused by cognitive, manual, or visual distractions, such as:
- Texting, checking social media, or reading an email
- Adjusting the navigation system or vehicle controls
- Reaching for something in the vehicle
- Eating and drinking while driving
- Applying makeup or adjusting clothing
- Daydreaming or allowing thoughts to wander
- Talking to passengers in the car or on the phone
If you’re unsure if distracted driving caused the crash or how to prove that the other driver was distracted when the collision occurred, our distracted driving accident attorneys can help.
Accidents Caused By Texting While Driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), reading a text takes about 5 seconds. When driving at 55 miles per hour, a vehicle can travel the length of a football field in that time, and a lot can happen.
When a driver takes their eyes off the road to text, they might:
- Have slowed reaction times
- Overlook pedestrians or bicyclists in intersections
- Swerve into other lanes of traffic
- Drive the wrong way down the road
- Inadvertently speed, tailgate, or engage in other reckless behavior
Our texting and driving accident lawyers will conduct a thorough investigation to identify the at-fault party and hold them accountable for their negligence.
"Distracted driving is a real, real problem. We have these cell phones in our hands, taking your eyes off the road to look at a text. They say the average time that it takes is about five seconds. Imagine this, you're on the highway, you're going 55 miles an hour in some places, maybe 70, that's the speed limit, and try this. for the average length it takes to read or send a text. They say it's like closing your eyes for five seconds. You would never do that. That would be terrifying. Yet, if you look around at drivers around you and sometimes in your own vehicle, it happens every single day. Send that text at a stoplight or once you get to your destination. You are putting yourself and everyone around you at risk, it can wait."
Get started with a free consultation with one of our skilled Personal Injury Lawyers today.
Distracted Driving FAQs
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Distracted Driving Accident in Missouri?
The Missouri statute of limitations for personal injuries is five years. This means you have five years from the date of the distracted driving accident to take legal action. If you do not file a claim before the five-year deadline expires, you forfeit your right to compensation.
How Do I Prove Another Driver Was Distracted?
To prove that distracted driving caused the accident, you need strong evidence, such as:
- Witness statements and testimony
- Photographs from red light cameras at St. Louis intersections
- Video footage proving the driver was distracted
- Cell phone statements
- Onboard navigation history
Distracted driving is an act of negligence. Our St. Louis car accident lawyers can use this evidence to establish the other driver’s breach of duty that led to your injuries and damages.
Can I File a Distracted Driving Lawsuit on Behalf of a Loved One?
There may be situations in which a family member can file a claim for someone who is severely injured or incapacitated. Also, after losing a family member in a fatal distracted driving accident, surviving spouses, children, parents, siblings, or grandchildren of the deceased may qualify to file a wrongful death claim.
Our team understands how difficult it can be to suddenly lose a loved one. If you are facing the unthinkable after a distracted driving crash, contact our team for guidance on your next steps.
Get a Free Case Evaluation for Your Distracted Driving Accident Claim
Did you recently get hurt in St. Louis, Clayton, or Ferguson because another driver was distracted behind the wheel? Call Brown & Crouppen for immediate legal help. You may be entitled to compensation from the distracted driver or their insurance company. Our St. Louis distracted driving attorneys can help you make the most of your fight for damages.
Benefit from a team with decades of experience, unparalleled client satisfaction, and a winning record that exceeds $1 billion in settlements. Call (314) 501-9510 or contact us online to get your free consultation.
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