Posts by James Roswold
Missouri Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Accidents: Facts You Should Know
Generally speaking, the statute of limitations for slip and fall injury cases that occur in Missouri, as established by RSMo Ā§ 516.120, sets a deadline of five years starting from the date of the injury. This deadline can apply in your case if you been injured in a slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accident due to someone…
Read MoreMissouri Wrongful Death Law: A Comprehensive Guide to Seeking Compensation
Missouriās wrongful death laws, which are set by RSMo Ā§ 537.080, essentially allow surviving family members of a deceased victim to file a lawsuit against a person or entity whose negligence or wrongdoing caused the fatality. A wrongful death claim seeks to hold the negligent party financially accountable for all the losses brought about by…
Read MoreMissouri Accident Report: How to Look Up and File Your Crash Report
The crash report or accident report is a document that has been completed by a Missouri governmental agency. It contains the specific details of your traffic accident. This report, commonly known as the accident report, includes the date of your crash, where it occurred and lists all the people who were involved in the crash.…
Read MoreMissouri Helmet Laws: A Guide to Your Legal Rights
Missouri has a partial helmet law (RSMo. Ā§ 302.026), under which all motorcycle riders and passengers under the age of 26 as well as anyone ā regardless of age ā operating with an instruction permit, must wear a helmet. Riders 26 years of age and older are exempt from wearing a helmet if they can…
Read MoreMissouri Statute of Limitations: Personal Injury Deadlines
The standard time limit to file a personal injury lawsuit in Missouri is five years from the date the injury occurred (RSMo Ā§ 516.120). This specific timeframe within which personal injury plaintiffs (injured parties) must act to file a claim and seek compensation for their losses is known as the statute of limitations. This window…
Read MoreInexperienced Riders in Kansas City: Training, Visibility & Risk Reduction
Riding a motorcycle here in Kansas City can be an exciting experience. However, along with these thrills comes risk, especially for new riders. At Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys, weāve seen far too many motorcycle accidents involving inexperienced riders whose lack of training or risky habits put them in harmās way. Today, we want to…
Read MoreLeft-Turn Motorcycle Accidents in Kansas City: Whoās Responsible?
Riding a motorcycle in Kansas City can be a thrilling mix of freedom, speed, and scenery, but it also comes with serious risks. One of the most common and dangerous types of motorcycle crashes is the left-turn accident. These collisions happen when a car or truck makes a left turn across traffic and hits a…
Read MoreStates with Helmet Laws Have Fewer Motorcycle Deaths
Some motorcycle riders in Kansas City, MO, believe that motorcycle helmets should be worn at all times when riding, while others wholeheartedly believe that helmets should be oneās own choice or option. While we respect the opinion of everyone, research shows that states with helmet laws have fewer motorcycle deaths when compared to states without…
Read MoreMissouri Drivers Still Not Buckling Up: 63% of Deaths Unrestrained
At Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys, we continually analyze roadway safety data to understand the causes and trends behind serious crashes in Missouri and Kansas. The latest figures from the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) and the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) reveal both encouraging progress and troubling patterns. While overall fatalities declined in 2023,…
Read MoreTypical Motorcycle Accident Settlement in Missouri
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably been through something awful. A motorcycle crash turns your world upside down in a second. Now, amid the pain and confusion, you want to know how much your case is worth. Based on the data available, the āaverageā motorcycle accident settlement in Missouri is about $2,129,875, with a median…
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