The workforce is shifting and Missouri residents are undoubtedly enjoying the flexibility that comes with setting one's own hours. Additionally, "gig" workers often bring in significantly higher income than the federal minimum wage, increasing its attractiveness....
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Truck damages highway in fiery crash
Auto accidents are devastating for everyone involved, including family members and loved ones who are not even in the vehicle at the time of the crash. A truck accident wreaks even more havoc, due to the sheer size and weight of the vehicle and the materials inside...
Pedestrians are at risk when they go for a walk
Although drivers are aware that pedestrians may be nearby, there are many pedestrian accidents that take place each day. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration believes that, after completing an analysis of 2018 traffic data, the total number of...
Workers’ compensation basics
When leaving one's house in the morning to go to work, no one expects to become injured in a workplace accident. However, this is a stark reality many Missouri workers contend with on a daily basis, regardless of what type of work they are performing. While...
Understand the difference between Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy
Missouri residents may be surprised to hear that around a million businesses and people file for bankruptcy every year. Federal bankruptcy law allows people to file twice in a lifetime to get some relief from their debt. However, there are certain qualifications that...
Infotainment systems distracting older drivers more than younger
When thinking of distracted driving, many Missouri residents are quick to point the finger at teenagers and young drivers and their texting and driving habits as the cause of these motor vehicle accidents. What many do not realize is that, while using the cellphone...
Study: Distracted driving accidents more common among the young
Safety advocates have been saying for years that smartphones and other devices are dangerous distractions for drivers. They may be especially dangerous for younger drivers.According to one recent study, distracted driving was a factor in almost 14% of Missouri motor...
Understanding the process of vehicle repossession
If you have had trouble lately with paying certain financial obligations, for example, your car loans, you will likely face the consequences of missed payments. The contract that you signed when you purchased a car on finance will probably mean that your creditor will...
Preparing for trial with discovery
Television and movie depictions of trials often show high-drama moments where one side suddenly presents new evidence, shocking the courtroom. In real life, this almost never happens, especially civil trials such as personal injury lawsuits. The reason for this is the...
New law seeks to protect workers at roadside job sites
The Missouri workers' compensation system provides benefits for workers who have been injured on the job in a wide variety of industries and workplaces. A qualifying injury does not necessarily have to take place in an office, a factory or a construction site; it just...