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E-bike Laws In Missouri

Electronically-enhanced bicycles were first introduced in the 1990s, although attachable motors for bicycles have been introduced by several manufacturers over the years and failed to achieve popularity. Even the first modern e-bikes at the end of the last century had limited popularity. It wasn’t until 2020 that e-bike sales began to explode, possibly due to…

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Liability for Jaywalking Accidents

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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Can Property Owners Be Liable for a Shooting?

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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Can You Drive a Farm Vehicle on the Road In Missouri?

10/15/24

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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Missouri’s Bicycle Laws

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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