The Impact of a Sympathetic Plaintiff in Personal Injury

There is a good reason why 80% of personal injury lawsuits never see the inside of a courtroom. Defendant’s lawyers know that sympathy plays a large role in a jury’s decision. This is particularly true for a truck accident, as the injuries are usually debilitating, compelling a jury to apply punitive damages. Research into jury …

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Icy Roadways Causes Multiple Weekend Crashes

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Several recent accidents were caused in Missouri by icy roadways. Venturing out and driving in the winter always necessitates extra time and extra caution. However, a little snow is generally more manageable than ice and losing control of a vehicle on slippery Missouri roadways can be serious. Recently, on a Friday evening, a woman from …

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Mediation for Your Car Accident Claim

Mediation could be a great way to reach a settlement quickly.   Your Missouri car accident attorney can help you decide if this is the way for you to receive the right amount of compensation. The vast majority of car accident claims are settled before they make it to a jury trial. In many instances, …

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How to Proceed After a Detached Trailer Causes You Harm

With spring on the horizon, we are sure to start seeing many Missouri residents hitching their boat trailers to the back of their vehicle and heading out to the lake. Take care when riding alongside any vehicle with an attached trailer. These are not only difficult to maneuver but also pose a risk of coming …

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Statistics Revealing Causes of Big Truck Accidents in Missouri

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During the last 10 years, 10% to 15% of deaths were caused by the accidents involving tractor trailers. By properly analyzing the statistics of accidents that involve big trucks, we can better understand the root cause of injuries and take steps to reduce the chances of a truck accident occurring. The major reason why big trucks …

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Missouri Drivers Can Show Digital Proof of Insurance

With increasing digitization people are becoming more comfortable storing information on their smart phones rather than in paper form. With this is mind Missouri State law now permits drivers to show digital proof of insurance when they get pulled over by law officials for not abiding by a traffic law. How to Get Digital Proof …

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