Cutting and shaping artificial or “engineered” stone is linked to severe and irreversible lung injuries, according to occupational disease researchers in the United States and around the world. American doctors have seen a rise in cases, including fatalities, and...
Woman dies after head-on car accident
A car crash can change a family's life in the blink of an eye. Families that lose loved ones may struggle with the aftermath, both emotionally and financially. Their grief is often compounded by unexpected medical and funeral costs. This is what one family may be...
Car accident claims the life of off-duty firefighter
When a fatal car crash happens, it can have a ripple effect on the lives of all family members. They may question why such a horrible event happened to someone they love and wonder if anything could have prevented the car accident. This is likely the case for a family...
Distraction: a common reason for personal injury incidents
Distracted driving is a serious safety concern for those in Missouri and across the country. Many people choose to engage in distracting behaviors while driving, consequently putting everyone else on the road at risk for a personal injury incident. Whether it is...
Injured passengers have personal injury claims against driver
The law of negligence in Missouri generally protects an injured passenger in an auto accident by providing monetary compensation for the person's losses. The damages can be payable by one or more drivers found liable in causing the accident, including the driver of...
Personal injury damages apply to serving visibly drunk customer
A claim for damages for negligently causing personal injury may be brought by an injured victim in the Missouri courts. In the case of a deceased victim, the estate of the decedent may bring the personal injury in court. For example, an estate recently filed a...
Personal injury suits could follow Missouri duck boat accident
A devastating boat accident that killed 17 people and injured 14 others is the subject of a recently filed lawsuit. The suit was filed by members of a Missouri family that lost nine people in the deadly accident and seeks compensation on behalf of their...
Personal injury lawsuit zeros in on proof of negligence
In Missouri, a school district can be liable for damages for negligence that causes injuries to a student or other individual. School district employees are protected by a form of qualified immunity from personal liability for their negligence in causing the student's...
Missouri teen dies in personal injury boating accident
With warmer weather arriving and the school year ending, boaters are heading to the many lakes and rivers in Missouri. On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, spending time on the river can be both exciting and relaxing. However, just as one must take precautions to avoid a...
3 amusement park personal injury suits settled before season
When individuals go to an amusement park, they expect thrills and chills, but spills, not so much. Since mechanically complicated passenger rides are an integral part of the park experience, park owners must be vigilant to ensure that the rides and the park...