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We share the road with large trucks every day but it is not uncommon for drivers of smaller vehicles to get a little anxious when they see a big rig in their rearview mirror or driving alongside them. If you get a little tense sharing the road with large trucks, here are some safety tips that may help you destress and avoid an accident.
Did you know that one in four people age 65 years or older fall each year? Often, these falls result in hip fractures, broken bones and head injuries. Fall-related injuries can also be the start of a more serious health issue that can carry a heavy quality of life impact, such as long-term disabilities that reduce one’s independence. They are also the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for this age group.
The Kansas City Paralegal Association recently announced the results of its Board of Directors elections, and we are proud to say that Amanda Cryderman has been elected as the new Policy Director for the 2024-2026 term!
Every day, 190 people die from injuries that include a traumatic brain injury (TBI). It is a major cause of death and disability among those age 75 years+ accounting for about 28% of TBI-related deaths. Today, an estimated 5.3 million Americans are living with a TBI-related disability.
Congratulations to Brian Franciskato, partner, and Amanda Cryderman, paralegal, on their recognition and involvement at the American Association for Justice Annual Convention held in Nashville, TN, this year.
Can you hold a business owner liable if you are injured on their premises because they failed to provide appropriate security measures? It is possible and would usually be considered a negligent or inadequate security premises liability claim. Under premises liability, business owners must provide reasonably safe conditions for visitors.
Many slip, trip, and fall accidents result in minor injuries, a sprain, a laceration, bruises. We do not always think of these types of accidents resulting in serious injuries yet serious falls are most common in the elderly, those over age 65.
If you are not aware of the dangers of slip, trip and fall accidents, these statistics and facts will help educate and inform you about the potential dangers.
Companies are supposed to design and manufacture safe products. No matter what the product is, it should be reasonably safe and, when needed, have appropriate warnings or instructions on how to use it. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. When a product is defective, it will be classified as having one of the following product defects.
Have you been involved in a car accident? Did you suffer serious injuries? Wondering if you should contact an attorney and when? If your car accident was severe or complicated, contacting a car accident attorney (aka, personal injury lawyer) should be top of your to-do list. Call a lawyer right after the accident occurs (and before any settlement with the insurance company) to protect your rights and find out your legal options. While many cases settle, it is always best to have the experience of a car accident attorney in case your case does go to trial.
In 2022, 14% of motorists, or about one in seven drivers were uninsured, according to a 2023 study by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) (in Missouri, it was 16%). While all states require drivers to carry a minimum amount of car liability insurance on a vehicle, not everyone does so you want to make sure you have enough uninsured coverage.
In Missouri, drivers are required to carry a car liability insurance to protect and compensate others injured in a car accident where you are legally at fault, and uninsured insurance (UM) to protect you from drivers who do not have car insurance.