Should you get a second medical opinion?
When you go to the doctor, you rely on his or her medical expertise to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe the right treatment, and most patients don’t feel comfortable second-guessing a physician. Unfortunately, medical mistakes do happen, and they happen more often than you might think. In fact, studies have shown that medical errors […]
Read More4 back-to-school driving tips
Car accidents are still far too prevalent on Missouri roadways. In St. Louis alone, 172 serious injuries took place in 2015. Over 4,500 serious injuries occurred throughout the entire state. With school back in session, more people are going to be on the road at the beginning and end of every day. Things can become particularly […]
Read MoreStats show Missouri lags behind other states in seat belt use
Everyone knows that motor vehicle accidents happen for a variety of reasons, and crashes are often due to the negligence of one or more drivers. However, not wearing a seat belt is also linked with many fatalities and serious injuries each year. The summer of 2017 has seen its share of catastrophic accidents in Missouri. In […]
Read MoreCommon causes of summer auto accidents
It is natural to think of winter as a prime breeding ground for car crashes. After all, snow, ice and freezing temperatures dominate many winters. However, summer has its share of accident potential as well. Here are a few top reasons why. Everyone is outside Practically anyone who can be outside during the summer seems to […]
Read More3 common causes of motorcycle accidents in Missouri
Motorcycle accidents are more likely to cause serious injuries and fatalities than other accidents. Due to these serious potential risks and consequences, it is crucial for you to understand what causes most motorcycle accidents and how to ride safely. For example, the Missouri State Highway Patrol found that most motorcycle crashes are caused by car […]
Read MoreWhat kinds of damages can you claim in a car crash in Missouri?
No one likes to think about the prospect of being injured in an automobile accident, but it is a fact of life that just tends to happen. When it does happen, understanding whether or not you have a claim for damages is important, as is understanding what kinds of damages you are allowed to claim. […]
Read MoreCan locking phones prevent distracted driving?
Any activity that takes a driver’s focus away from the primary task of driving is dangerous, but statistics show that, by far, using a phone is the most distracting. In 2016 an estimated 3,500 people died from the road accidents caused by distracted driving. This rising number of deaths inspired National Highway Traffic Safety Administration […]
Read MoreInjured in a Car Accident in Missouri? Here Are 4 Important Things to Do After the Crash.
If you have been injured in a car accident, the success of your insurance claim will depend on the steps you take to prove the extent of your injuries and the cause of the crash. Here are some important legal bases to cover after a car accident in Missouri.
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