There have been more than 40 fatal collisions in Missouri this year, and there are still nearly three months to go before the year's end. Certain issues increase the likelihood of such disasters, including distracted or intoxicated driving. Investigators are still...
Workers have the right to seek financial recovery and support if they suffer an injury in the workplace. Through the workers’ compensation system, a Missouri employee can seek the benefits he or she needs to recover, address financial needs and eventually get back to...
Every state, including Missouri, has its own employment laws. Most employers must purchase insurance to provide financial assistance to workers who suffer injuries on the job. Following a recent tragedy in a construction zone, several people have called for reform in...
In recent years, many people in Missouri and throughout the country have been experiencing financial distress. In some cases, it is an easy fix, simply cutting back on unnecessary spending, generating more cash flow and buckling down to pay off debts. It is not always...
When two or more vehicles collide on a Missouri roadway, the aftermath of the incident may be anything from somewhat stressful to catastrophic. A swift response from first responders and other rescuers often makes a significant difference in a surviving accident...
It is not uncommon for Missouri police to be dispatched to stretches of road near intersections following a motor vehicle accident. Intersections throughout the state may be either secured (with traffic lights or stop signs) or unsecured. If a motorist is not paying...
When you visit a store, go shopping, enter a place of business or simply go for a walk, you probably do not consider those to be risky activities. Even while doing things that are not inherently dangerous, you could be facing certain hazards that are beyond your...
Finances are an integral component of daily life. While you might know someone or have heard of people “living off the grid,” it’s far more common for the average person in Missouri to maintain a household (either purchased or rented) that comes with the ongoing...
U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and other political figures issued statements following a tragic collision in Missouri. An Amtrak train that was traveling through the state collided with a dump truck. The disastrous results sent a wave of grief and concern...
No matter how cautious and alert a person is while driving, he or she cannot control the behavior of other Missouri motorists in the vicinity. Sometimes, it is possible to avoid a crash by safely exiting a roadway or creating distance between one’s vehicle and another...
