Traveling in motor vehicles is a relatively risky behavior. However, modern life in Missouri largely necessitates the use of a motor vehicle. People tend to downplay the degree of risk involved because the average trip in a vehicle does not result in a crash. Still,...
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How do you know how much a personal injury claim is worth?
Personal injury claims can arise from car accidents, slips and falls, medical malpractice and all kinds of other situations, and they can be physically, emotionally and financially draining. When you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, recklessness or...
How your role in a Missouri car crash impacts your compensation
If you share fault for a crash in Missouri, you may wonder how it could affect your car accident claim and potential compensation. Contrary to popular belief, you can still file a car accident claim and recover damages even if you played a part in or contributed to...
How do delivery drivers cause crashes?
Delivery vans are everywhere these days. The growth of home delivery has not just put shops out of business, but it has added huge volumes of traffic to the roads. With this trend has inspired an additional risk to other road users. It’s no secret that driving...
4 things to know if you’re making a workers’ comp claim
Were you injured or developed an illness while working? Then you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, which can help cover medical bills and lost wages. Before you make a claim, here are a few things you should know: File a claim within the statute of...
2 tips for reporting a work injury to your employer
If you sustain an injury at work or contract an illness, you may be eligible for workers' compensation benefits. The first step to receiving these benefits is reporting the injury to your employer. You need to be careful when doing this, as some mistakes can...
Handling a semi-truck crash insurance claim alone could backfire
Some of the rules for semi-trucks and passenger vehicles are essentially the same. Semi-truck drivers need to follow all posted traffic signage. They need to avoid distraction and intoxication at the wheel. There are actually stricter standards established under...
Why people take legal action after a public slip-and-fall
People often scoff at the stories of personal injury lawsuits. They roll their eyes at the idea that someone who fell in a grocery store might need to sue because of the injuries they suffered. That dismissive attitude has little basis in reality. Personal injury...
What causes worker injury during Missouri winters?
Winter in Missouri, with its frigid temperatures and unpredictable weather, presents unique challenges for workers, particularly those working outdoors or in unheated environments. Understanding the causes of worker injuries during this season is crucial for...
Is office work risk-free for employees?
Working in an office may seem very boring to some people. Sitting at a computer and remaining in the same environment for eight hours a day every day may seem relatively safe as well. After all, office workers aren't exposed to heavy machinery or chemicals like those...