Former Insurance Defense Lawyers Fighting for You

We know how insurance companies think — because we used to work for them. At Sotiriou Wilmowski Injury Law, our team of former insurance defense attorneys now fights exclusively for injury victims.

If you’ve been hurt in an accident in St. Louis or anywhere in Missouri or Illinois, you deserve attorneys who know the playbook insurance companies use to delay, deny, and devalue claims. We bring insider knowledge, real trial experience, and a relentless commitment to getting you the compensation you deserve.

Whether you were injured in a car crash on I‑270, struck by a negligent truck driver on I‑70, or hurt while simply crossing the street in your own neighborhood, we’re here to level the playing field. We treat every client like family — and we don’t get paid unless you win.

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Why Choose Sotiriou Wilmowski?

Attorneys Tom Wilmowski and Deme Sotiriou

The Sotiriou Wilmowski Insider Advantage™

We didn’t just study how insurance companies operate — we defended them. We know how claims are evaluated, what makes them nervous, and which tactics they use to minimize payouts. Today, we use that knowledge against them to fight for you.

Built on Real Trial Experience

Your case won’t be passed to a junior associate. At our firm, experienced trial attorneys handle your claim from start to finish. We’ve stood in courtrooms across Missouri and Illinois, taking on insurers and corporations that thought they could outspend injury victims.

Clear, Honest Communication

We believe trust is built on transparency. You’ll always know what’s happening in your case. We answer the phone, return calls, and explain things in plain English. With us, there are no surprises — just clear, honest updates every step of the way.

No Fee Unless We Win

You shouldn’t have to worry about the cost of quality representation. At Sotiriou Wilmowski, you pay nothing unless we recover money for you. Our fee comes directly from your settlement or verdict, not your pocket.

Respected. Trusted. Proven.

We’ve recovered millions of dollars for clients in Missouri and Illinois. Insurance companies know our names — and they know we don’t back down. That respect translates into faster negotiations and stronger results for our clients.

Local Expertise and Knowledge

We’re proud to be a locally owned St. Louis law firm. We live and work here, and we’re committed to helping our neighbors across Missouri and Illinois get justice when they’re hurt.

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Insurance Companies Know Our Track Record

At Sotiriou Wilmowski, we’ve helped clients recover millions in compensation for serious injuries. Our background defending insurance companies gives us a unique perspective: we know what arguments they’ll use, and we prepare cases to beat them at their own game.

Insurance companies often settle faster and for more money when they see our names attached to a case — because they know we’re prepared to go to trial if necessary.

See More Results

$2 Million

Truck Accident — Jefferson County, Missouri
Our client was struck by a tractor‑trailer and required multiple spinal surgeries. We resolved the case for $2 million before even filing suit.

$1.5 Million

Truck Accident — St. Louis County, Missouri
A tractor‑trailer rear‑ended our client on I‑270 after the hood flew up and obstructed the driver’s view. Our client underwent spinal surgery.

$1.5 Million

Pedestrian Accident — St. Louis County, Missouri
We represented the family of a man struck and killed while in a crosswalk. We pursued the employer of the driver and secured $1.5 million.

$1.377 Million

Box Truck Accident — St. Clair County, Illinois
Our client was rear‑ended at a red light by a box truck driver who tried to blame him. We uncovered video proving the truth and settled after depositions.

$1.1 Million

Car Accident — Jefferson County, Missouri
After a DUI crash hospitalized our client for weeks, we held the impaired driver accountable.

$1 Million

Work Van Accident — Clay County, Missouri
Our client was hit by a work van and underwent two spinal surgeries. We resolved the case at mediation.

Award-Winning and Nationally Recognized

At Sotiriou Wilmowski, we’re not just award-winning injury lawyers — we’re former insurance defense attorneys who know exactly how the other side thinks. That experience gives us a strategic edge, and the results speak for themselves.

We’ve been recognized by Best Lawyers and The National Trial Lawyers and accredited by the Better Business Bureau, honors that reflect our success both in and out of the courtroom. Our lawyers are members of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and have been honored by Marquis Who’s Who.

When you work with us, you’re getting attorneys with insider knowledge, national recognition, and a relentless drive to win for people — not corporations.

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Cases We Handle

We don’t dabble. We focus 100% on personal injury law. From car crashes to catastrophic injuries, we fight for clients across Missouri and Illinois.

Truck Accidents

Deme worked for one of the largest trucking insurers in the country. Tom holds a Class A CDL and knows trucking regulations inside and out. Together, we bring unmatched insight into how to win truck accident cases.

Car Accidents

We defended negligent drivers and their insurers. Now we use that same playbook against them to secure justice for victims.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists are often unfairly blamed. We know the defense tactics insurers use to shift fault — and how to stop them.

Dog Bites & Attacks

Dog owners and their insurers deny, deflect, and delay. We’ve seen every trick, and we know how to hold them accountable.

Slip/Trip and Fall Injuries

We used to defend property owners. Now we expose unsafe conditions that cause serious injuries.

Wrongful Death

We understand how insurers value these high‑stakes cases — and we make sure families get the full value their loved one deserves.

Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Claims (UM/UIM)

We help clients navigate their own policies when the at‑fault driver doesn’t have enough coverage.

Pedestrian Accidents

Drivers and insurers often try to blame pedestrians. We keep the focus on driver negligence.

Workers’ Compensation

Employers and insurers push back on injured workers. We fight to get you every benefit you’re owed.

Don’t See Your Case Type Listed?

We handle a wide range of all personal injury cases. Call us to see if we can help.

What Real Clients Say About Working With Us

Here’s what our clients say about working with our team — and why they recommend us to friends and family.

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