Why You Need a Police Accident Report

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Being involved in a car accident means a myriad of details to manage and evidence to gather. One document you need to obtain is the police accident report. Written by the investigating officer, this report contains the officer’s observations, notes, and sometimes opinions about fault. It can be an important document should you decide to pursue a personal injury claim.

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When to Talk with a Personal Injury Lawyer

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When you have been seriously injured in a car or truck accident, slip and fall or another type of accident, questions abound: what if you are off work for an extended period of time? who pays the medical bills for your injuries? will you be disabled and able to return to work? Do you need to retain a personal injury lawyer and when should that take place?

The shortest answer to this last question is as soon as possible.

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Construction Industry: Falls from Ladders

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Falls happen for a variety of reasons in the workplace. Slippery work surfaces, unstable work platforms, unprotected holes, falls from ladders. In fact, falling from a ladder is one of the most common types of work accidents, especially in the construction industry (where falls happen to be a leading cause of death).

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Third-Party Liability at Construction Sites

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Construction sites are dangerous places. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) even ranks the construction site as one of the most dangerous workspaces, as workers are at risk for injuries from defective equipment and human error.

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Proving Negligence in Slip and Fall Accidents

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According to the CDC, over one million Americans suffer a slip, trip, and fall injury accidents and over 17,000 people die annually because of these injuries. In fact, on average, falls are one of the top three leading causes of unintentional deaths.

Slip, trips, and falls often result in serious injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken hips or pelvis, shoulder and neck injuries, and more.

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Who Can Be Held Responsible in Missouri Drunk Driving Accidents

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Have you been the victim of a drunk driving accident? It seems logical that the one who should be compensating you for those skyrocketing medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering would be the inebriated driver.

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Liability in Accidents Involving Poorly Maintained Roads

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Each year, thousands of miles of our roadways need some type of repair, leaving drivers to navigate dangerous road conditions and hazards (such as potholes). The upkeep and maintenance of our roads fall to the Dept. of Transportation in each state. In Missouri, that agency would be MoDOT.

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Adverse Weather, Truck Drivers and the Law

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Weather can be very unpredictable, especially in Missouri. One day, it might be sunny, warm, and dry. The next, it might be rainy, foggy, and cold. Our summers are hot and humid, while our winters can be bitterly cold. Large commercial truck drivers must be aware of the weather conditions they are driving in, keeping public safety in mind.

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Common Injuries from Slips, Trips, and Falls

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Do you know the difference between slips, trips, and falls? A slip is when you lose your footing, a trip is when you catch your foot on or in something, and a fall is when you come down suddenly, often hitting the ground or another object with a great deal of force. Learn the difference to know which kind of personal injury claim to file.

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Back Injuries Caused by Motor Vehicle Accidents

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Car accidents to large commercial trucking accidents can result in many serious injuries. Back injuries are one of the more common and often require extensive (and costly) medical treatments.

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