Brain injuries often prove devastating for accident victims. These injuries also routinely lead to temporary or long-lasting disabilities. Many people focus on the trauma of the accident and the immediate medical crisis of a serious brain injury, but these injuries can also have a long-lasting impact on a person’s life and the lives of their […]
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As time passes, motor vehicles incorporate a wider range of technology. While we might not have reached the point where all vehicles operate autonomously, many technological features in cars today were unheard of decades ago. While both federal and state regulations prohibit motorists from talking on their cell phones while driving, some driving behaviors still […]
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A great deal can go wrong in the aftermath of a Missouri accident, particularly if you do not utilize an accident lawyer’s assistance. Not only is there the risk that you might fall prey to certain pitfalls, but these mistakes become more costly the more serious your injuries are. If you are injured in an […]
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Both Missouri and Kansas have some historic bridges over which many motorists travel. These bridges can offer beautiful sights of the surroundings, but they are often the site of crashes that lead to serious injuries and even death. Any person who is involved in an accident on a bridge should speak with an experienced attorney […]
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Car crash injury claims are settled when opposing parties reach a mutual agreement to resolve a case without needing a jury trial. In arriving at a settlement, it is common for both parties to compromise, at least a little. Sometimes, however, insurance carriers are not agreeable to making fair offers or even any offers at […]
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Kansas is a no-fault insurance state, which means that every Kansas automobile policy requires no-fault coverage (personal injury protection benefits), pursuant to which an injured motorist can file a claim through their own policy regardless of who caused a crash. Nonetheless, if another driver has negligently caused your injuries (in both Missouri and Kansas), the […]
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Both Missouri and Kansas law requires motorists to carry motor vehicle insurance. This way motorists in those states have some degree of coverage in case they end up in accidents. Unfortunately, countless people only inspect their motor vehicle insurance terms after accidents have occurred. In reality, it is extremely helpful to appreciate the terms of […]
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Operating a motorcycle in Kansas, Missouri, or any other part of the country is a dangerous activity. Motorcycle crashes commonly result in catastrophic injuries because riders have less protection than motor vehicle operators and motorcyclists often face visibility issues. Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, motorcycle crashes have increased sharply. 5,458 motorcycle fatalities occurred in 2020, […]
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Following accidents, an accident attorney often takes certain steps to build as strong a legal strategy as possible and maximize an accident victim’s chances of obtaining compensation. In nearly all cases, having testimony from witnesses who saw what occurred can prove invaluable in obtaining the best possible result.
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Approximately 4% of car accidents that occur in the United States involve lane-change collisions. While they might sound tame, lane change crashes can end up causing serious injuries, extensive property damage, and even fatalities. Understanding who is at fault for a lane change crash is a nuanced matter. Sometimes, the motorist who changes lanes is […]
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