Helpful Legal Tips
5 Tips to Avoid a Truck Accident
In 2012, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there were 3,702 fatal crashes on American roadways, which involved at least one large truck or bus. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has slightly different numbers, showing 3,921 fatalities and 104,000 injuries from truck crashes in 2012. Simple math reflects that there…
Read MoreWork Zone Safety Tips
Summertime means that the prime season for road construction is upon us. Orange barrels and construction zones along interstates and highways in Missouri require drivers to take extra precautions. Work zone safety is a serious matter. According to MoDOT, 8 people were killed in work zones last year. Between 2009 and 2013, 53 people were…
Read MoreThree Things to do After an Auto Accident
As summer arrives in Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas, more motorists are on the road. With the increased traffic comes the increased risk of an auto accident or truck accident. Auto accidents happen when least expected, so it is important to practice safe driving and keep a careful lookout when you are behind the wheel.…
Read MoreHas Your Car Seat Expired – and Other Car Seat Safety Tips
Has your child’s car seat expired? We put our young children in car seats to keep them safe and to comply with state law. Missouri law, Section 307.182 RSMo., provides that: • Children less than 4 years old or less than 40 pounds must be in an appropriate child safety seat. • Children ages 4…
Read MoreWinter Weather Accidents
In the recent storms, MoDOT officials have advised motorists to stay off of the road and to stay home, allowing road crews to do their work. However, many Southeast Missourians are unable to do so, and must get to work. Snow and ice can have a devastating effect when driving to work in the winter.…
Read MoreFive Tips to Help You Avoid Negligent Health Care
In a February, 2000, report entitled “Medical Errors: The Scope of the Problem”, the Agency for Heathcare Research and Quality stated that as many as 44,000 to 98,000 people die in hospitals each year as the result of medical errors. The report went on to state that “Even using the lower estimate, this would make…
Read MoreThings to Consider When Preparing a Power of Attorney
Having a Durable Power of Attorney is a good idea, but there are some important things to think about before seeing your lawyer. First of all, who should you name as your Attorney In Fact? The Attorney In Fact is the person who will be standing in your shoes to make decisions for you, so…
Read MoreDangers of Drunk Driving
New Year’s Eve celebrations and New Year’s Day football parties often involve gatherings at restaurants, other public places or at home with friends. Alcohol frequently is involved, and this time of year sees a rise in drunk driving related accidents and injuries. Here are some facts about the dangers of drunk driving: A single serving,…
Read MoreMinimum Wage in Missouri Increases Tomorrow
Tomorrow, Missouri workers earning minimum wage will see an increase in their hourly rate, from $7.35 to $7.50 an hour. The current federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, and has not been changed since July 24, 2009. Missouri employees are entitled to the higher of the two minimum wages. Missouri is one of 13…
Read MoreWinter Weather Driving Tips
The first major winter storm of the season is here, with ice and snow on the roads. These road conditions can be especially dangerous for those who don’t know how to drive in them. Here are some winter weather driving tips: Wait to Travel if Possible You will be safer if the roads have been…
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