When the police suspect a driver is inebriated, chemical testing to determine their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is almost certainly going to be performed. Tests that evaluate a driver’s BAC can help the police determine if a driver has exceeded the statutory...
Traffic collisions cause sudden chaos and disruption on roads. Injured motorists often struggle with repairs, insurance adjusters and rising medical bills. Thorough documentation helps protect their legal rights and financial future. What proof should they gather...
Possession of an illegal substance can lead to serious criminal charges, including fines and incarceration. However, not all drug offenses carry the same penalties. In Missouri, some drug offenses are misdemeanors, while others are felonies that can result in lengthy...
When a vehicle strikes a pedestrian, it can produce severe head trauma. Even low‑to‑moderate speeds can generate forces strong enough to damage the skull and underlying brain tissue. Many experience immediate symptoms, while others develop complications over hours or...
If you have been in a car accident, you could be suffering from serious injuries. However, seeking medical care at a hospital or your primary care doctor can be expensive. You may not want to be billed for your medical care and face thousands of dollars of debt....
Car accidents can have major impacts on victims. Victims of car accidents can suffer serious medical conditions, large medical bills, vehicle damage, income loss and more. Knowing what to do after a car accident can help to protect you from serious financial losses...
Fear of criminal consequences can make people hesitate to call for help during a suspected drug or alcohol overdose. Yet, Missouri law provides specific protections intended to encourage people to seek medical assistance when someone may be facing a serious emergency....
If an accident caused by someone else left you injured, you may wonder whether the injury qualifies for compensation when hospitalization was never necessary. You may have received treatment and returned home the same day, yet still deal with pain, missed work or...
Traffic tickets are often viewed as an inconvenience that can wait until there is time to address them. The belief that a minor citation will disappear may tempt someone to set it aside. However, ignoring a traffic ticket in Missouri can create far more serious legal...
Missouri is the latest state to enact a law that holds drunk drivers financially responsible for supporting children who are left without a parent because of their actions. Specifically, the law signed by Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe this month requires drivers who have...