There is nothing quite like the comfort of home. But it is not without its hazards. Aside from improper usage of items around the house, products can also malfunction. Without proper precaution and supervision, events can quickly turn sideways. Cooking, for example,...
Personal Injury
Popular salsa dip recalled over mislabeled allergen information
A good salsa elevates the flavor of any chip that’s dipped in it. Although most people associate salsa with tomato-based pico de gallo, there are also salsas made from other ingredients, such as tomatillos and chili peppers. But like any foodstuff composed of...
The Fourth of July and the risk of personal injury
Independence Day is a day we most ardently look forward to as we await the sounds and splendor of fireworks. Kansas City celebrates this event through a full weekend affair. People gather around the lawn of the National WWI Museum and Memorial on July 2nd for the...
2 ways semi-truck crashes differ from other Missouri wrecks
Car crashes in Missouri vary from minor fender-benders that only cause cosmetic damage to fatal collisions. Vehicles of all shapes and sizes can play a role in collisions of all degrees of severity. However, wrecks involving large semi-trucks are often among the worst...
Products recalled at the highest rate in 20 years during 2022
In 2018, more products were recalled in the U.S. than had been recalled during any single year in a 20-year span. In 2022, the 2018 record was broken. In all, more than 1.22 billion units were recalled across five industries in 2022 alone. This number eclipses the...
Has your child been injured by their toy?
Toys are a pivotal part of the development of young children. When we think of dangerous items, toys are probably the last things that come to mind. However, there are thousands of toy-related injuries every year in the United States. How do such instances occur and...
Have you dislocated your elbow in a fall?
Slips and falls are up there with the most common causes of accidental injury in the U.S. What makes these types of accidents so dangerous is that they can happen at any time or place and to any person. When you fall, your instinct is usually to put your arms out to...
Proper medical care is vital after suffering severe burn injuries
Chances are, you have suffered a burn at some point in your life and know how painful they are, even when minor. Severe burns that penetrate several layers of tissue are typically excruciating and can lead to complications. Negligent burn injuries can occur in several...
Missouri Supreme Court deals a blow to medical malpractice victims
How much is your good health actually worth? While no amount of money can truly compensate someone for a devastating medical malpractice injury, the money you can receive as part of a claim can go a long way toward providing for your future needs. Well, back in 2015,...
High staff turnover can spell trouble at nursing homes
Trying to find a suitable long-term care facility for a loved one can be a challenging journey. While many people will focus on things like ensuring the services the person needs are offered and that the accommodations are comfortable, there’s another very important...