Planning your estate is essential to safeguard your assets and ensure your properties and belongings are distributed according to your wishes after your death. Two legal documents can help you achieve this goal - a will and a living trust; this blog aims to explain...
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Why You Should Speak with an Attorney about a Wrongful Death Claim
If you believe your loved one has died due to negligence or intentional wrongdoing, you may be considering pursuing a wrongful death claim to seek compensation and justice for your loss. Speaking with an attorney is an essential step in this process. Here are some...
Reasons Why Violence is on the Rise
The increase in violence is a complex and complicated issue with multiple contributing factors. It is important to note that violent trends vary based on specific circumstances and regions, and attempting to isolate singular reasons would be a mistake. These crimes...
The Growing Problem with Road Rage
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines road rage as “the operation of a vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property.” The NHTSA has outlined legal differences between road rage and aggressive...
What You Need to Know Before Talking to an Insurance Adjuster
The aftermath of a car accident can be a stressful experience. There are many details to take care of, including medical care for injuries sustained, vehicle repairs, and dealing with personal injury and auto insurance claims. Communicating with an insurance adjuster...
Tips for Keeping Teens Safe
The teenage years are exhilarating yet challenging for parents and teens alike. Many elements are out of your control, but the truth is that there are things you can do to help your teen stay safe through these years. The following is information and tips for keeping...
Examples of Gun Negligence That Can Result in a Wrongful Death Claim
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), approximately 500 preventable or accidental gun-related deaths occur annually. Several deaths occurred due to gun negligence or failure to take proper care or safety precautions. In Kanas and Missouri, any party whose...
Consequences of Using Your Cell Phone While Driving in Kansas and Missouri
What would you say if asked to participate in the 100-yard dash blindfolded down a busy highway? Common sense says probably not, yet it is common to see people driving at all speeds and looking at their cell phones. But you only just glance at your phone, so is it ok?...
Can I Leave the Scene of an Accident if There are No Injuries?
Can you leave the scene of an accident?
Do I Need a Lawyer if a Family Member Dies From an Opioid Overdose?
In the United States, almost 1 million lives have been lost to drug overdoses in the past two decades; at the center of this complex crisis are opioids (SOURCE). Fatal overdoses of commonly prescribed drugs for pain can occur following patient error; however,...