When temperatures in Missouri drop in winter and late spring. It is likely that both snow and ice can be found on the state’s roads. The Missouri Department of Transportation reports that there were 879 traffic fatalities in Missouri in 2019. Many of these car accidents involved motorists who decided to operate their vehicles in […]
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In a 2019 survey of the trucking industry, Business Insider reported that trucks in the United States move approximately 71% of freight and that approximately 6% of all full-time jobs in the country are in trucking. While many truck drivers operate their trucks safely, unfortunately, we all too often witness truck drivers who are recklessly […]
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When car crashes occur in Missouri, victims are often left feeling uncertain about how to respond or what to do. Unfortunately, being unprepared can weaken an accident victim’s ability to obtain the compensation that they deserve. Instead of ending up overwhelmed, it is much better to be prepared in case you end up in a […]
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Passenger vehicles are involved in the largest amount of motor-vehicle crash fatalities each year. These crashes impact the drivers of vehicles, but the passengers can also be seriously injured. When passengers are injured in car crashes, there are often several different avenues to obtain compensation. Injured passengers can initiate legal action against the driver of […]
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that an alarming number of traffic fatalities occur at night. While only 25% of car crashes occur at night, approximately 50% of traffic fatalities occur during this time. During the winter months it gets dark early, and these conditions can be particularly hazardous for motorists. Additionally, countless trucks […]
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While motorcycle accidents and car accidents may have similarities, motorcycle crashes often present their own unique issues. An experienced motorcycle accident attorney understands that these crashes create distinct legal challenges and knows how to navigate them to help motorcycle accident victims receive the greatest amount of compensation possible. This article reviews some of the most […]
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If a personal injury lawsuit is filed in your car accident case, a process referred to as “discovery” occurs during which time both sides in a case will evaluate one another’s positions and gather evidence that can be used at trial. One of the most critical steps in the discovery process is the deposition of […]
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Whether they be cats, dogs, or any other type of creature, Americans love their pets. The 2019-2020 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association reveals that 67% of households in the United States include a pet — which equates to 85 million pet families. This number is higher than it has […]
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Navigational devices or Global Positioning Systems (GPSs) are invaluable tools for motorists. Equipped with these devices, drivers always have detailed instructions available about how to reach a destination. While advantageous, navigational devices have been shown to have played a role in numerous car crashes. Sometimes this is a result of inaccurate directions, and other times […]
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Insurance companies rely on various settlement strategies to minimize the amount that they pay out to car accident victims. Unfortunately, if you agree to a settlement, it is very unlikely that you will be able to get out of any release you have signed. Even when the amount paid by the insurance company was insufficient. […]
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