Being involved in a hit-and-run accident can be a stressful and confusing experience. You might feel a mix of shock and frustration, especially if the other driver flees the scene. However, knowing the steps to take can help you manage the situation more effectively....
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Can I sue for emotional distress?
Emotional distress can have a profound impact on your well-being, comparable to physical injuries. In Missouri, you may be eligible to pursue legal action for emotional suffering, but specific legal criteria must be satisfied. Understanding these requirements is...
Is the hospital responsible for a doctor’s mistake?
When medical treatment goes wrong, patients want to know who is responsible. In Missouri, a hospital may sometimes be accountable for a doctor’s mistake, but not always. The answer depends on the relationship between the doctor and the hospital. Understanding this...
The big reason safety tech can’t prevent all accidents
When you look at vehicles from a safety perspective, they’ve clearly been getting better over the years. Realistically, this has been happening for decades. The development of seatbelts and airbags was the first step, but now we have safety tech like backup cameras...
3 terrible oversights that should never happen during surgery
Surgery requires absolute precision and an unparallelled understanding of human anatomy. The surgeon, anesthesiologist and nursing staff have to work in perfect coordination to ensure the safety of the patient. Most of the time, surgeries proceed with few issues. When...
How does distracted driving increase accident severity?
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of traffic accidents, and its effects can significantly increase the severity of crashes. While distractions can come in many forms, such as texting, talking on the phone, eating, or even adjusting the radio, the impact...
How can delayed TBI symptoms affect personal injury claims?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can show up several hours or even days after a car accident. You might feel fine at first, but symptoms can start later. This delay can make it harder to prove that the injury came from the accident when filing a personal injury claim....
Did neglect cause choking death in your loved one’s nursing home?
The unexpected loss of a loved one is always a painful experience. When death occurs in a nursing home due to choking, it raises significant questions about the quality of care provided. Understanding your legal rights and the nursing home's responsibilities is...
Injured by falling branches on public property: What happens now?
You should feel safe walking through a park or along a city sidewalk. However, you can get seriously injured by falling trees and branches, which do account for some serious injuries every year in Missouri. Getting into these accidents on public property, you often...
What you must know about birth injuries and medical negligence
Bringing a new life into the world is a profound experience filled with hope and excitement. Yet, for some parents, this joyous occasion can turn into a nightmare due to unexpected birth injuries. These injuries, which can be caused by medical negligence, can lead to...