Most people have no idea that there are strict time limits associated with auto accident and injury compensation claims. We have found that most individuals believe one of two things: They have forever to file an accident or injury claim; or, They must file...
Car Accidents
Why don’t you always feel an injury right after a wreck?
Many people focus on the physical injuries that are possible in a crash. They may not realize that the physiological impacts can be just as serious. These are impacts that occur within your body that you probably don’t even realize are occurring as a result of the...
Do you know what to do in a highway pileup?
This past winter and early spring have seen the deadly results of multiple highway pileups in several states. Many have been attributed to snow and ice, but rain and fog are also likely to create conditions where interstate pileups can occur. These complex crashes can...
Drunk driving is one of the major causes of car accidents
Most people know the dangers of driving while intoxicated (DWI). Unfortunately, far too many people take the wheel after an evening out drinking with family and friends. Alcohol consumption is one of the major causes of car wrecks in the United States. This is due to...
Spinal cord injuries come with long-lasting effects
Many car crashes lead to very serious injuries. One that is possible is a spinal cord injury. This type of injury can lead to serious long-term changes. Some people who have this type of injury end up paralyzed, which may mean they’re unable to work or live life in...
What is the problem with tailgaters?
There is only so much you can control when you drive a car. However cautious a driver you are, you do not have the roads to yourself. Every other driver you encounter could do something that takes you out and lands you in the hospital. You need to know where other...
What kinds of damages can I sue for after a car accident?
Car accidents strike when you least expect them; and when you can least afford them. The moments, days and weeks following the accident can be frightening, confusing and overwhelming, especially if you are dealing with property damage and serious physical injuries. ...
Spinal cord injuries come with varied prognoses
People who are involved in a motor vehicle crash can suffer from many injuries. While some of these are can be minor, others can be catastrophic. A spinal cord injury falls into the latter category. A spinal cord injury causes damage to the nerves and cells that...
Questions to ask before accepting a settlement offer after a car accident
A car accident can throw your life into chaos. Suddenly, schedules can be filled with hospital appointments, therapy sessions, property repair estimates, insurance company calls and the logistics of dealing with pain and suffering occasioned by the injuries sustained...
What can I do if I lost a loved one in an auto accident?
This past Labor Day weekend was a time to celebrate the unofficial end of summer, with backyard barbecues, camping or boating on one of Missouri’s many rivers and lakes. After all, everyone wants to enjoy a pleasant three-day weekend with their family and friends....