People hurt in a police car accident often wonder if they are even allowed to file a claim. The truth is, law enforcement officers are held to a higher standard in situations where they cause harm to an innocent party. Besides their duty as a driver to abide by traffic laws and not behave recklessly, …
Car accidents involving drunk drivers are quite common in Missouri. Every year, many people get injured and killed in car accidents caused due to drunk driving. Recently, there was a case in which the family of a victim has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a drunk driver, her mother, and a bar. The fatal …
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, faulty tires are responsible for at least 8,000 traffic accidents each year. Inspecting and maintaining safe tires on a vehicle is the responsibility of its owner. Worn or under-inflated tires negatively affect a car’s maneuverability, and can potentially lead to an auto accident. Checking Your Tire Treads …
Being involved in a sudden car crash is a frightening experience. At one moment you are riding along and then, in a blink of an eye, your life may be changed forever. In the minutes after an accident, victims are most likely to feel confused and disoriented as they try and make sense of their …
Accidents involving teens are common not only in Missouri, but throughout the United States. Unfortunately, many car accidents occurring in Missouri have a teenage driver involved in them. Statistics suggest that, per mile driven, drivers ages 16 to 19 are three times more likely than drivers age 20 and older to be involved in a …
Many of us will be participating in celebrations during this upcoming holiday season. Wherever you choose to celebrate, be sure to drink responsibly. It is a joyous time of year to spend precious time with friends and family. While we want to enjoy ourselves, it is important to drive responsibly at all times. Over 34,000 …