Since 2014, there has been a 35 percent increase in the number of accidents related to cell phone use in the state of Missouri. To help prevent these accidents, lawmakers in the state have introduced a variety of legislation to further restrict or ban the use of...
Month: January 2019
Tips for avoiding drowsy driving in Missouri
Almost one third of respondents to a AAA survey said that they drove drowsy to the point of having drooping eyelids at least once in the previous month. Drowsy driving is a serious danger, and even the best-intentioned drivers cannot avoid it. In its effects, sleep...
Missouri ranks poorly in terms of traffic safety laws
If someone asks you what helps to keep drivers safe on the road, one thing that may come to your mind is the law. Traffic laws are vital to keeping drivers, motorcyclists and pedestrians safe. Therefore, it is important to take a look at the traffic safety...
Ridesharing industry plagued by sleep-deprived drivers
In April 2018, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine called sleep deprivation in the ridesharing industry a public safety risk. Its position statement made some points that should be of interest to all motorists in Missouri. Sleep deprivation leads to alterations in...
Why truck accidents are usually more serious than car crashes
Missouri residents are often surprised to know that there are major differences between accidents that involve cars and ones that involve trucks. A tractor-trailer crash is usually more serious for all vehicles involved in the incident. Trucks usually have larger...
Who can file a wrongful death claim in Missouri?
When people in Missouri lose a loved one due to someone else's harmful actions or negligent behavior, they may wonder what they can do to hold those responsible accountable for their actions. Those responsible may face criminal charges connected to someone's death,...