Perhaps you’ve seen it on your way to work—the person in the lane next to you texting or watching a movie during their commute. Or maybe you see someone eating their morning bowl of cereal or putting on makeup instead of having their hands on the steering wheel. You...
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Personal injury claim could stem from Missouri crash
Accidents can happen under varying circumstances. It is always important for driver's to be aware of their surroundings and to avoid distractions. Unfortunately, not all drivers can avoid accidents that cause serious injuries and that could lead to personal injury...
Shopping injuries can usually be prevented with proper planning
Going shopping should be a relatively safe outing for most people. It is up to the store owners and personnel to ensure that customers remain safe while they are at the establishment. There are many issues that can come up during a trip, but some people never take the...
Fatigued driving in Missouri is a huge problem
All drivers must ensure that they are well rested before they drive. There are many things that come into consideration when they are trying to prepare for any drive on the road. One of the most important things to remember is that no driver should ever try to push...
What does it mean to expunge your criminal record?
Being convicted of a crime comes with consequences that can linger well after you have paid your dues. Your criminal record may show up whenever someone runs your background check and may hurt your chances of landing a job, renting an apartment or taking out a...
Many Missourians do not realize the hazards of drowsy driving
Many people get behind the wheel when they are drowsy, and some may even think it is unavoidable. However, according to the National Safety Council, an estimated 5,000 people died in 2015 because of crashes caused by drowsy driving. Many people do not realize how...
New research finds 40% of teens text behind the wheel
Distracted driving is a leading cause of traffic fatalities nationwide, killing roughly nine people every day. And while we know it’s illegal and unsafe, texting and phone use behind the wheel continues. We see it every day in the cars next to us when...
5 common criminal defense strategies
Nothing in life is as simple as it first may seem. We see that play out in the courtroom on a regular basis as criminal defense attorneys. Our forefathers, who created the criminal justice system that we have today, were insightful enough to build a judicial system...
Did changes in Missouri law make you eligible for expungement?
You made a mistake years ago. You committed a crime that makes it extremely difficult to purchase a home, apply for a well-paying job and therefore, move past the life-changing negative actions you took when you were young. As you show remorse and rebuild your life...
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