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Tips for Driving in Inclement Weather
Safe driving is obviously important no matter what. In severe weather conditions, however, you have to exercise extra caution and safety measures to avoid a terrible accident. Driving practices that..
Seat Belt Laws & Your Car Accident Claim
When you are injured in an accident for which you are not at fault, you are entitled to seek damages for these injuries, which can be especially crucial if you..
Missouri’s Most Dangerous Roads
According to data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) from 2004 to 2008, Missouri has four of the nation’s deadliest highways. Interstate 64 ranked at 17 and..
What You Need to Know About Contingency Fees
It is likely that you have heard the term before – contingency fee. What does it mean? How can it benefit you when you are seeking legal help and trying..
Effects of Distracted Driving
In Missouri, individuals under the age of 25 account for over 30% of traffic fatalities, according to the Missouri Department of Insurance. Missouri State Highway Patrol states that, in 2012,..
Uber Has Arrived! One More Way to Make Sure You Don’t Drive Home Impaired
Uber, the ride-sharing service, is now available in Springfield as of November 17, 2016, giving people one more option to choose instead of driving tired or otherwise impaired. Its arrival..
Elements of a Premises Liability Lawsuit
Injuries can happen anywhere and at any time of the day. Most people think of lawsuits associated with car crashes or product liability, but there is another type of case..
What is Negligence in a Personal Injury Case?
In almost every accident, a person or entity can be held responsible for a victim’s damages, injuries, or other forms of harm. Generally, when a party can be held legally..
Family & Friends Mourn Loss of Three Community Leaders Following Deadly Rolla, MO Collision
At approximately 5:45 p.m. on December 13, a tractor-trailer heading west on Interstate 44 crossed the median to the eastbound side of the highway and struck an oncoming minivan head-on...
Common Signs that Your Insurance Company is Acting in Bad Faith
As many people are acutely aware, it is no secret that insurance companies are not in business to pay policyholders. There are a number of ways that insurance companies attempt..
Tips for Staying Safe This Holiday Season
The holidays are nearly here! While the holidays are a fun and special time to celebrate with family and friends, it is unfortunately also a time where many opportunities are..
Is the Local Playground a Dangerous Place for Your Family?
With beautiful fall weather just around the corner, you may want to spend more time outdoors. Local parks can be a great place to take the entire family. Mom and..
Can Sitting Too Close to the Steering Wheel Be Dangerous?
When you jump into the front seat of your car, it is unlikely that you consider the position of your seat and steering wheel. In fact, most people have their..
Can Lowering the Legal Age of Interstate Truck Drivers Create a Greater Risk for Fatalities?
Reports state that as of 2017, there will be more than 250,000 unoccupied truck driver positions. Of course, many trucking companies fear they may be unable to deliver or receive..
Missouri Couple Loses Custody of Children After Medical Misdiagnosis
A Missouri couple is fighting to regain custody of their five children after a doctor incorrectly attributed their infant daughter’s injuries to child abuse. Their doctor came to this conclusion..
New Technology Aims to Improve Truck Safety
Truck accidents are all too common in the U.S. They account for almost 4,000 crashes each year, injuring an excess of 100,000 people. Thirteen percent of all traffic fatalities involve..
St. Louis Hosts Annual Midwest Asbestos Legal Conference
The sixth annual HarrisMartin Midwest Asbestos Litigation Conference is soon to take place on September 18 at the Four Seasons Hotel in St. Louis, Missouri. This informative one-day conference will..
Strong Law, P.C. Presents Insurance Bad Faith Seminar
On October 2, 2015, Strong Law, P.C. will be holding a seminar regarding insurance bad faith at Springfield Brewing Company from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The seminar will cover..