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The Most Common Motorcycle Crash Injuries

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The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety reports that 81 percent of motorcycle crashes that happened in the state in 2022 resulted in injuries or deaths. Preliminary data for the year indicates that 151 motorcyclists were killed in collisions, accounting for ...
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What to Do If Your Pet Is Injured in a Car Accident

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When your beloved pet joins you on a road trip, they get to enjoy new sights and sounds, but they’re also at risk of being injured in a collision, just like you are. Even if you secure your pet in ...
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How Long Does It Take to Recover from a Serious Car Crash?

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People can suffer a range of injuries when they’re involved in car accidents, from minor injuries to more serious injuries. In some cases, the victims of car accidents might be left with permanent disabilities and a greatly reduced quality of ...
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What to Look for in a Serious Car Accident Attorney

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If you’re involved in a serious car accident, seeking help from an experienced attorney is critical. However, you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of personal injury lawyers advertising in your area. Fortunately, most car accident lawyers offer free ...
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When Should I Start to Receive Workers’ Compensation Payments?

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If you were seriously injured in an accident at work, you might be worried about how you will make ends meet while you’re unable to work. Thankfully, workers’ compensation is available to pay for your medical expenses and replace a ...

How to Check the Status of Your Workers’ Compensation Claim

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If you have suffered serious injuries at work or developed an occupational disease, workers’ compensation should pay for your medical bills and replace a portion of the income you previously earned if your injuries keep you from returning to work. ...

Tips for Sharing the Road with Trucks

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While trucks play a vital role in our economy and transport goods we all rely on, they can also be dangerous to other motorists. Semi-trucks are significantly larger than passenger vehicles and can be at least ten times heavier. Because ...
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How Common Are Amusement Park Accidents?

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Millions of people go to amusement parks each year to enjoy the rides and excitement they offer. Missouri boasts numerous amusement parks, located in Branson, St. Louis, Kansas City, and more. When people visit amusement parks, they generally expect the ...
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Who Is Liable for an Amusement Park Injury?

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Roughly 375 million people will visit an amusement park this year. With their rides, attractions, shows, boutiques, restaurants, and activities, theme parks are popular destinations in the summertime. However, accidents sometimes occur. If you or your loved one suffer an ...
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Is There a Black Box in Commercial Trucks?

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Billions of tons of goods, which are worth trillions of dollars, are transported in the U.S. each year, and large portions of these goods are delivered by commercial trucks. Transportation companies want to track the trucks in their fleets to ...
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