Road rage is a serious problem that can have very serious consequences. Twice this year in Missouri we have seen road rage taken to the extreme. An August incident ended with the offending driver taking his own life before being questioned by the police, while an incident in June escalated to the point where one …
Keeping a truck properly maintained is a federally mandated requirement. Brakes in particular need to be inspected regularly and repaired. Faulty brakes are the cause of many truck accidents, and because of the weight of commercial vehicles combined with the high speeds they often travel at, these accidents cause injury that is much more severe …
The NTSB estimates that at any given moment almost 1 in every 100 motor vehicle drivers are texting, emailing, or surfing the web. Nearly 20% of all car accidents each year can be attributed to distracted drivers. A collision can happen in a split second. Paying full attention to the road while driving is fundamental …
The majority of motor vehicle accidents involving a large truck or semi occur on major highways. For this reason high speeds are most often involved and that, coupled with the fact that these large vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, is the reason why so many accidents involving large trucks involve severe injuries and …
There are many mitigating factors that can disprove the theory that the car in back is always at fault in a rear end collision. A car accident lawyer can help. There is a rule while driving that is referred to as the ACDA rule, or assured clear distance ahead. Careful drivers know to give themselves …
Anyone who suffers loss or injury in a car accident in Missouri may file damages and seek compensation for their losses. A lawsuit filed with the help of an experienced car accident lawyer can get you all the rightful claims that you deserve. There are, however, a few questions that may arise regarding your rights …