How to Be a Good Motorcycle Passenger
If you plan on riding on the back of someone’s motorcycle, you may think that the only thing you need to do is wear a helmet and hang on, and that the driver is the only one who needs to be taking precautions and paying attention. The reality is that there are things that a…
Read MoreWhat Is a “Dooring” Accident?
It often occurs unexpectedly. There’s little room for evasion, and your options are limited. In those instances, there is little for you to do except brace for impact. “Dooring” refers to a traffic collision in which the door of a parked vehicle is opened suddenly into the path of an oncoming cyclist or another road…
Read MoreTexting Is Finally Illegal in Missouri, But Touchscreens Still Pose Risks
Missouri is taking a big step toward safer roads with new laws making texting and other interactions with a cell phone illegal while driving. Texting and other forms of communication have been a huge distraction for drivers ever since mobile phones became popular. Over the years, states have not only been making texting and driving…
Read MoreWhen Does a Car Accident Claim Become a Lawsuit?
The legal process for a car accident can be extremely complicated. On top of that, you may be experiencing pain, losing income, and running out of money to cover your daily and monthly necessities and medical expenses. You may be thinking that you are approaching the finish line when your insurance company is ready to…
Read MoreCan an Injured Motorcycle Passenger File a Claim Against an Operator?
While riding on a motorcycle as a passenger can be a thrilling and fun experience, it can also lead to serious injuries if you are in an accident. You most likely did not see any warning signs or think that the accident was about to happen; as you had no control of the motorcycle, there…
Read MoreWhat Is the McHaffie Rule in Truck Accidents?
Truck accident lawyers are well aware of the McHaffie rule, which is often used as a difficult hurdle to jump over when a truck accident claim is filed. A lot of times, trucking businesses will use this rule to give themselves immunity because it can protect them from negligence claims. However, regardless of how difficult…
Read MoreLet’s Talk About Drugged Driving
You’ve probably learned the dangers of drunk driving at some point in your life, right? Special assemblies at school, public service announcements, highway signs put up by law enforcement: they all reinforce that drunk driving is dangerous. What’s less common in these discussions is “drugged” driving. These types of cases are not talked about as…
Read MoreSerious Injuries from Side Impact Car Accidents
Side impact car accidents are one of the most dangerous and traumatizing accidents that individuals may experience. These collisions usually happen suddenly and lead to severe and catastrophic injuries. While you may be lucky enough to survive a side impact car crash, you will likely suffer from the physical injuries, mental trauma, and long-term complications…
Read MoreIs It Illegal to Wear Headphones When You Drive in Kansas City?
Many people who wear headphones to listen to music or podcasts often wonder if they are legally allowed to do so when driving in Kansas City, MO. There are various reasons why they may want to do this, such as the person next to them wants to listen to something else, their child in the…
Read MoreCan a Business Owner Be Liable for a Building Strike?
While many drivers and the general public may not be aware of how common building strikes are, business owners, building owners, and property managers should be informed about potential accidents that could occur to their building, storefront, or parking lot as well as how to prevent them from happening. A building strike is when a…
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