While any serious injury can cause unwanted complications, the fact is that some injuries can be more devastating than others. Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) belong to this latter category, as they often have the potential to leave victims with lifelong complications that can have a profound impact on their quality of life and ability to engage in the activities that they once enjoyed. ...
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Uber and Lyft provide a convenient form of transportation for many St. Louisans. However, these drivers are not professionals, and they do not have any special training or licenses. This means that many people suffer injuries when their rideshare driver causes a crash. Rideshare drivers can also collide with other vehicles, and you can sustain injuries if you are driving your own car and get hit by an Uber or Lyft. Because the driver is technically working when the crash occurred, who can you hold liable for your medical bills and other losses? The answer depends on the circumstances, and you...
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We trust that our roads and highways throughout St. Louis will be properly inspected, maintained, and repaired to prevent accidents and keep drivers safe. However, defects and hazards can develop for many reasons, putting you and your loved ones at risk of harm. ...
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The ability to order a ride on-demand from your smartphone has made getting around the city much easier and more convenient. Unfortunately, Uber drivers can get into accidents just like anyone else, often leaving victims with severe injuries that can cause significant economic and non-economic losses....
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Unfortunately, too many people have their holidays disrupted when an unexpected accident and injuries occur. Accidents are common during this time, and many people end up spending time in the hospital or recovering at home instead of trimming the tree or ringing in the New Year. ...
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The fact is that missing a court date is always a serious matter, regardless of the severity of the underlying offense that resulted in the court date in the first place....
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Conditions like freezing temperatures, snow and ice, freezing rain, and wind can wreak havoc on the roads and significantly increase the risk of getting into an accident. ...
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As a result, it’s critical that you are vigilant and stay on the lookout for drunk drivers on and around Thanksgiving. ...
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Unfortunately, no amount of preparation can make trick-or-treating completely risk-free, and there will almost certainly be pedestrian accidents in and around St. Louis this Halloween. ...
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It’s important to keep in mind, however, that even low-speed impacts - those occurring under 25 miles per hour - can leave victims with extremely serious injuries....
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