When talking about car crashes, some think of badly dented vehicles and injuries that would put a person on a stretcher. But in reality, a lot of auto accidents are minor, and some victims would merely get bruises or a few stitches. If you are a victim of a minor car...
Auto Accident
Who pays for hit-and-run car accidents in Kansas?
Hit-and-run car accidents are unfortunately quite common in Kansas, leaving victims with significant property damage, injuries and medical bills. Just this month, an unsuspecting pedestrian ended up in critical condition when a Hyundai Sonata spun in the bystander’s...
What causes aggressive driving?
You can’t spend very much time on the road without encountering an aggressive driver. In fact, 82% of U.S. drivers are willing to admit that they’ve engaged in some form of hostile behavior behind the wheel within the last year (and even more may simply be reluctant...
Did passenger distractions cause your accident?
When you are behind the wheel, you must take steps to keep others in your vehicle safe. You need to pay attention to the road and ensure you don’t succumb to distractions. Unfortunately, there are many situations where passengers are extremely distracting. If this...
Relying on technological safety features can cause harm
People tend to think that safety features on vehicles will keep them out of harm’s way. What some might not realize is that it’s possible these will make drivers even more unsafe as they rely heavily on technology to help improve their driving. It’s up to each driver...
Flaws in a self-driving car may be the manufacturer’s fault
You may be riding along the highway, looking out the window at everyone you pass by, but very few of them will ever know the luxurious feel of a self-driving car. The amazing experience self-driving cars can provide makes you wish for an entire future of technological...
What does comparative fault in Missouri mean for an injury case?
You’ve been in an auto accident, and the other driver was clearly at-fault for the wreck – but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they’ll be 100% responsible for your losses. When assigning legal and financial responsibility for an accident and subsequent losses,...
Poor road safety conditions can also cause a serious car accident
After a car accident, the people involved and the police want to figure out which driver (or drivers) was responsible. Sometimes, another factor contributed to the wreck: unsafe road conditions at the crash site. No matter how carefully someone is driving, they may...
4 ways to reduce driver fatigue
Driving requires you to be alert, yet, sitting down motionless does not help you stay alert. Hence the roads are full of drivers descending into a state of slumber. Commercial drivers spend more time sitting behind the wheel than most, hence are among the most likely...
How does the concept of crashworthiness play into an auto defect case?
Many of us have seen footage on the news that shows either automakers or government regulators sending vehicles filled with crash dummies careening in the direction of inanimate objects. These parties have one primary goal when performing these tests: They want to...
