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Walking is a fitness-friendly, eco-conscious option for reaching a destination within a community. It’s also a soothing outdoor activity and a necessity for many dog owners. While many Missouri residents walk daily, when an exposed pedestrian and an average 4,000-pound vehicle collide, the pedestrian is vulnerable to serious or catastrophic injuries. In such cases, consulting…
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Gun violence is a growing problem in the U.S. as deeply disturbed individuals seek deadly notoriety through mass shootings in places where people gather. According to the CDC, 48,830 people died from gun-related injuries in 2021, the most recent year with fully analyzed data. The criminal justice system addresses the shooter’s actions and guilt for…
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Missouri is a flourishing farm state with 87,887 farms growing mainly corn, soybeans, and hay, as well as raising livestock. Two-thirds of the state’s acreage supports the farming industry. Motorists in Missouri have a duty to remain vigilant to the presence of farm vehicles entering roadways and driving along with typical traffic. A farm vehicle…
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Adventurous cyclists sometimes describe Missouri as a “bicycle rider’s dream state” with gently rolling countryside carved by ancient glaciers, and home to the 240-mile Katy Trail and six other cross-state routes. Drivers in Missouri have a legal duty of care to remain alert to the presence of cyclists. Their duty requires taking all reasonable measures…
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Car accidents are traumatic experiences, especially when they result in serious injuries. The distress of an accident often continues long after the crash when involved motorists must navigate Missouri’s fault-based insurance system to obtain compensation for their damages from the driver who caused the accident. One of the first necessary steps in pursuing a Kansas…
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