Kansas City Personal Injury Blog

As reported by the Kansas City Star, a pair of brothers, Cameron Tate and Carson Tate, reported “complete chaos” on local roads due to a major winter storm that recently rolled through our region. Unfortunately, many crashes—including a fatal collision—were attributed to the storm. In this blog post, our Kansas City car accident attorney explains […]

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As we proceed through one of the coldest and snowiest months of the year, many people are engaging in winter sporting events like skiing and skating. Plenty of fun can be had during the winter, but outdoor winter activities often present a substantial risk for injury. Thoughtful preparation for any preferred activities is a must, […]

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A tractor-trailer should always be operated with the absolute highest degree of care. Forbes Magazine reports that nearly 6,000 people are killed in commercial truck accidents nationwide annually. Many more sustain terrible injuries. Truck companies have a duty to ensure that they hire safe, trained, licensed drivers. Here, our Kansas City semi-truck accident lawyer highlights […]

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According to a report from KCTV 5, a man was seriously hurt when a tractor-trailer truck jackknifed in Kansas City, Kansas. A tractor-trailer was reportedly merging on northbound I-635 from K32 when it lost control, and a jackknife crash happened. Notably, conditions were rainy at the time of the accident. Unfortunately, a man suffered a […]

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Are you planning a trip in or around the Kansas City region in December? If so, it is imperative that you are properly prepared. While the summer sees the highest total number of automobile accidents, the rate of car accidents tends to rise in December. Within this article, our Kansas City motor vehicle accident lawyer […]

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According to a report from KSDK, the family of a mother and daughter who were killed in a DUI crash has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver and his mother. Laticha Bracero and Alyssa Cordova were tragically killed by a drunk driver after leaving a Drake concert at the Enterprise Center in St. […]

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A fully loaded commercial truck can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. A truck’s wheels may be nearly as tall as a standard-sized passenger vehicle. If a car slides under the back of a truck’s trailer, it can be catastrophic—even life-threatening. Truck underride guards are a crucial safety feature. Trucking companies must be held accountable […]

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Winter weather is coming faster than many people realize. As reported by Missouri Net, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) recently held its first winter weather training drills of the season. The agency wants its staff and contractors to be prepared for when winter weather inevitably hits. All drivers need to be prepared as well. […]

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Hurt in an accident? You have the right to seek financial compensation from the at-fault party—and their insurer—through a personal injury claim. This raises an important question: Do I still need a personal injury attorney if the insurance company has offered a settlement? The short answer is “yes”—insurers often try to settle claims for far […]

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