Smaller passenger vehicles and bigger trucks are not a good combination on Missouri and Kansas roads because the combination of these two vehicle types can end up in deadly underride accidents. These crashes often lead to fatalities or serious injuries. By understanding several critical details about the nature of underride accidents, however, drivers can avoid […]
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We all understand that drivers who operate motor vehicles while under the influence of alcohol create a danger for all other drivers on the road. Many people who routinely drive drunk and expose other people to their carelessness and lack of concern believe that they can get away with driving while intoxicated for various reasons. […]
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When accidents occur involving vehicles that experience mechanical failures or break downs, establishing who should be held liable (responsible under the law) for the resulting damage can be a complex issue. Often in these situations, there are many elements to consider in regards to the resulting damage. The following details help provide clarity about the […]
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If you or a loved one has been involved in a serious car crash and your vehicle has since been determined to be a total loss, you are likely curious about how your insurance carrier will pay for the damage to your vehicle. You might also be curious whether you qualify for a vehicle replacement. […]
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that approximately 100,000 motor vehicle crashes each year are caused by fatigued driving. Annually, these accidents resulted in 1,550 deaths, 71,000 injuries, and $12.5 million in damages. When more drivers educate themselves about the danger of fatigued driving, fewer car accidents may occur. The following provides critical details […]
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In 2019, there were 37,832 car crashes in Missouri that resulted in personal injuries. While some of these crashes involved people who were in excellent physical condition, some accidents involved people who had previously been injured. Even if you have a pre-existing injury, however, you are still entitled to receive damages that you incurred after […]
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While it is dangerous, motorcyclists in Missouri are permitted to split the lane with motor vehicles. You might have even been driving recently in Missouri and noticed a motorcyclist accelerating close to you and in the same lane, or weaving between lanes of cars stuck in traffic.
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Many car crashes are caused by motorists who are speeding or going too fast for the current road conditions. This might involve going only a few miles an hour over the posted speed limit, or it can involve going much faster. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2017, speeding was a contributing […]
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Fortunately, car accidents sometimes result in only minor injuries. While these impairments might not seem substantial enough to justify filing a claim, it is important to understand that even though an injury might initially appear small, it can become aggravated and turn into a substantial impairment down the road. People who are left with minor […]
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When many people receive personal injury settlements, they are surprised to find that third parties have a claim to a portion of the compensation. Moreover, third parties will often claim a right to reimbursement even if they have no legal right to the reimbursement. Medical providers sometimes assert a personal injury lien on an injured […]
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