Drunk drivers put everyone at risk when they make poor choices about when and how they drive. The collisions they cause are notorious for often being worse for the other people involved than for an impaired motorist. Their erratic behavior can cause severe collisions...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What evidence can be used to support a car accident claim?
Victims of car accidents can suffer from severe injuries. Their injuries may cause victims to experience financial loss because of medical bills, long-term care, vehicle repair costs, unemployment and other hardships. It may be possible to recover financially by...
Sharing the road with danger: How to handle an impaired driver
The open road is supposed to be a symbol of freedom, but it can quickly turn dangerous when you encounter an impaired driver. Regardless of what substance they’re under the influence of, an impaired driver can pose a serious threat to you. That’s why you should know...
Why are underride collisions usually catastrophic?
Truck drivers are crucial to the U.S. economy. They transport, among many other resources, the food and products that Americans need to survive. Unfortunately, while sharing the road with these big rigs is essential, it can also be deadly. What is an underride...
Who pays for the costs of a Missouri hit-and-run wreck?
The possibility of a collision is one of the risks that people must accept when they decide to travel on public roads. Traffic laws in Missouri help regulate the actions of drivers and can reduce the likelihood of severe collisions. If all motorists consistently...
The dangers of drowsy driving
Many auto accidents happen because of drunkenness and distractions. Another cause of auto accidents that many people may not realize exists is drowsy driving. Drowsy driving happens when a driver becomes tired behind the wheel. As a result, a driver may have impaired...
3 signs a driver may be distracted
Driving a vehicle requires you to remain alert for others who might not be driving so well. One of the driver behaviors you need to be alert to is distraction. But what does a distracted driver look like? Here are three signs that could indicate someone is not...
Why you shouldn’t wait for medical treatment after a car accident
Car accidents can leave lasting impacts on both physical and mental health. Going to the emergency department or a doctor after a car accident is recommended, even if you feel fine. Here are the reasons to seek immediate medical attention after an accident. Hidden...
3 texting while driving tricks that still cause crashes
Most people know that texting while driving is dangerous, but plenty of people choose to handle their phones while operating vehicles anyway. Some people believe that they have adequate driving skills to safely text while operating a motor vehicle. In some cases, they...
Can spring allergies lead to car accidents?
Spring is in the air – and, if you’re like a lot of allergy sufferers, you hate it. Waking up to pollen all over your porch, walkway and car isn’t very exciting when you’re sneezing your head off. Spring marks the beginning of “allergy season” for millions of people....

