After your attorney has filed a lawsuit for you, you’ll undoubtedly hear the term “discovery.” What is “discovery?”Discovery is the phase of the litigation before trial. This is when both sides try to “discover” everything they need to about the other side’s case–how the negligence occurred, how the plaintiff was injured, the nature […]
Category Archives: Auto Accidents
What is “Discovery” and What is the Personal Injury Client’s Role?
January 26, 2010
TEXTING WHILE TRUCKING NOW BANNED
January 26, 2010
The Department of Transportation has initiated, effective today, a ban on texting while driving for interstate truck and bus drivers. If caught, these drivers will face significant fines and penalties.Texting while driving is responsible for numerous accidents. Some studies indicate it is as dangerous as driving while intoxicated. Studies indicate that drivers who […]
The Department of Transportation has initiated, effective today, a ban on texting while driving for interstate truck and bus drivers. If caught, these drivers will face significant fines and penalties.Texting while driving is responsible for numerous accidents. Some studies indicate it is as dangerous as driving while intoxicated. Studies indicate that drivers who […]
Can We Really Value a Human Life?
August 26, 2008
As a trial lawyer, I’m asked this question all the time: How do you put a dollar figure on a human life? There is no easy answer. Every human life has value and no amount of money can ever replace a life. These contradictory ideas are at the heart of the […]
As a trial lawyer, I’m asked this question all the time: How do you put a dollar figure on a human life? There is no easy answer. Every human life has value and no amount of money can ever replace a life. These contradictory ideas are at the heart of the […]
SUV Rollover Accidents
August 17, 2008
Sport Utility Vehicles(SUVs) are advertised as being safe, well built vehicles which can be used for everyday road driving, as well as off roads and rough terrain. Unfortunately, not all SUVs are as safe as they are advertised to be. Research has shown that due to their larger size and higher center of gravity, SUVs […]
Sport Utility Vehicles(SUVs) are advertised as being safe, well built vehicles which can be used for everyday road driving, as well as off roads and rough terrain. Unfortunately, not all SUVs are as safe as they are advertised to be. Research has shown that due to their larger size and higher center of gravity, SUVs […]
CELL PHONES AND AUTO ACCIDENTS
June 26, 2008
Have you been involved in a car accident that happened as a result of the other driver talking on a cell phone while driving? It is currently estimated that 7% of all car accidents in the United States involve cellular phone usage on the road. Today there are more drivers on the road than ever […]
Have you been involved in a car accident that happened as a result of the other driver talking on a cell phone while driving? It is currently estimated that 7% of all car accidents in the United States involve cellular phone usage on the road. Today there are more drivers on the road than ever […]
How to talk to your doctor if you’ve been injured …
June 17, 2008
You’ve been injured, whether it was in a car accident, work place injury, or due to medical malpractice or as a result of a faulty product. Have you ever thought about how you talk to your doctor about these injuries? No? Well you should …
Doctors write office notes and reports about every […]
You’ve been injured, whether it was in a car accident, work place injury, or due to medical malpractice or as a result of a faulty product. Have you ever thought about how you talk to your doctor about these injuries? No? Well you should …
Doctors write office notes and reports about every […]
ATV Accidents in Missouri
June 17, 2008
In the most recent 3 years of reported data, more than 94 people have died in ATV accidents in Missouri. //atvsafety.gov Nationally, more than 1200 deaths were reported as a result of ATV accidents.If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of an ATV accident, you should contact […]
In the most recent 3 years of reported data, more than 94 people have died in ATV accidents in Missouri. //atvsafety.gov Nationally, more than 1200 deaths were reported as a result of ATV accidents.If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of an ATV accident, you should contact […]
What You Need to Know About Your Auto Insurance
April 1, 2008
In twenty years of practicing law, I’ve learned that most people do not understand their auto insurance coverage. This short article is an attempt to clarify some basic auto insurance issues.There are two types of auto insurance coverage that are mandated by Missouri law: Liability and Uninsured Motorist. Liability insurance is to protect […]
In twenty years of practicing law, I’ve learned that most people do not understand their auto insurance coverage. This short article is an attempt to clarify some basic auto insurance issues.There are two types of auto insurance coverage that are mandated by Missouri law: Liability and Uninsured Motorist. Liability insurance is to protect […]
If You’re Involved In An Accident With A Semi, You’ll Usually Come Out On The Losing End
March 18, 2008
Accidents involving semi-trucks, 18 wheelers and commercial trucks present many unique challenges when they cause injury or death to other drivers. Because of their size and the speeds involved, such accidents can often cause severe injuries.
Trucking accidents can be the result of speed, inattention, or lack of sufficient rest by the driver. Over the road […]
Accidents involving semi-trucks, 18 wheelers and commercial trucks present many unique challenges when they cause injury or death to other drivers. Because of their size and the speeds involved, such accidents can often cause severe injuries.
Trucking accidents can be the result of speed, inattention, or lack of sufficient rest by the driver. Over the road […]
