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What May Cause an Airbag to Not Deploy in an Accident

06/18/24

Since 1999, all vehicles have come equipped with driver and passenger front seat airbags, serving in conjunction with seatbelts as protection in a crash. But what happens when an airbag doesn’t deploy as intended and you or a loved one suffers serious injuries that could otherwise have been prevented by the airbag, such as head…

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Missouri?

06/07/24

When a beloved family member dies unexpectedly, it always feels like a wrongful loss to those left behind; however, a legally wrongful death in Missouri is one that was preventable if only another party had taken reasonable measures to avoid causing harm. For instance, common causes of wrongful death include car accidents, workplace injuries, defective…

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Does an Old Personal Injury Claim Affect a Current Claim?

06/03/24

Lightening may not strike the same place twice, but accidents and injuries sometimes do. When an individual resolves a personal injury claim and receives a settlement or court award for their damages, they generally hope to never have to suffer serious injuries and a complex accident claim again, but it isn’t uncommon to have more…

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Determining Liability for a Dooring Injury

Bicyclists have a right to share the roadway with vehicles and drivers must take all reasonable measures to avoid causing an accident to a bicyclist. If a driver’s carelessness causes an injury to a bicyclist, they are liable for the victim’s damages like medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for pain and suffering. There are…

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Factors That Contribute to Your Personal Injury Payout

05/21/24

A sudden, unexpected injury sends your life spinning off course in an instant, making it difficult to work and accomplish routine daily tasks. Depending on the severity of the injury, the pain and incapacity could cause temporary infirmity or permanent disability. When the injury occurred through no fault of your own but because of someone…

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