Reckless vs. negligent driving: What’s the difference? Contact The Hoffmann Law Firm today for a free consultation. Car accidents are often the result of poor driving behavior, but not all unsafe driving is treated equally under the law. Reckless and negligent driving are two standard legal terms that describe hazardous behavior behind the wheel, but … Read more
Misusing your high beams at the wrong time can prove very dangerous and even result in a serious car accident. Anyone who has driven at night knows the feeling of a powerful beacon coming from the other side and disappearing suddenly as the other vehicle passes you by. Sometimes, this beacon can be so strong … Read more
A person is considered negligent if they are careless or behave in a manner that results in injury or damage to somebody else. Negligence is a legal term used as the foundation in numerous lawsuits involving automobile accidents. The term ”negligence” is likely familiar to you if you have been involved in an automobile accident. … Read more
If you have been injured in a St. Louis car accident and the other party is found at fault, you may be wondering if there is a difference between negligent driving and reckless driving and if this matters for your case? Let’s discuss the basics of both negligent and reckless driving in St. Louis, and … Read more
Understanding the Law: Negligence, Gross Negligence, Willful and Wanton Negligence in Missouri Negligent by definition means to fail to take proper care of something or someone. But in the context of Missouri and other states’ law, the issue of negligence takes on multiple layers, depending on the actions of the person who was negligent. Understanding … Read more
If you have been involved in a St. Louis car accident, you may find that it is rather difficult to prove the other party acted negligently. Over 37,000 people die in road crashes each year in the United States, and an additional 2.35 million are injured or disabled. Road safety is a concern for many … Read more