No age group has a higher fatal car accident rate than teenage drivers. This is especially true for young teens who are 16 or 17 years old and have only recently received their licenses. Even by ages 18 and 19, fatal accident rates begin to decline, and there is...
Truck drivers cannot use handheld devices on the road. This is a clear rule laid out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. There are some situations in which they can push one button to use a hands-free device when communication is necessary, but a truck...
When someone goes out for a night of drinking and socializing, they may certainly be concerned about facing DWI charges that night. They take steps to be proactive, like using rideshare services or riding with friends. But by the next morning, they typically believe...
If you were in a car crash in Missouri and symptoms have only recently begun to emerge, you are not too late. Fortunately, Missouri offers one of the longest filing windows in the country for personal injury claims. But before you act, it helps to understand why your...
Filing a personal injury claim in Missouri allows you to seek damages for tangible financial losses, including medical costs and lost wages. A key, but often difficult, part is proving “pain and suffering.” These damages cover both physical discomfort and the ongoing...
If you have been involved in a crash with farm equipment in Missouri, you already know how serious these collisions can be. Tractors and combines move slowly, take up space and can cause life-changing injuries in seconds. Knowing how fault works can help protect your...
Being accused of DWI can create anxiety and stress, especially if it is your first offense. You might wonder what happens after the arrest and whether your future is in jeopardy. By understanding how the law treats a first-time DWI, you can approach your case with...
A single traffic ticket in Dexter might seem minor at first. Still, Missouri’s point system can quietly build toward a much bigger problem. Every conviction adds points to your driving record. As those points grow, the risk to your license grows with them. For many...
A car accident causes enough stress when a private driver rams into you. The situation becomes more complicated when a city, county or state vehicle causes the crash. This post explores how the legal protections afforded to these government entities affect your...
If a defective product causes an injury, deadlines can shape what options remain available to you. Missouri law sets firm time limits for bringing product-related injury claims, and missing them can end a claim before it begins. Knowing how these deadlines work helps...