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Although a handful of U.S. states have no-fault insurance systems, in Missouri, it matters who caused the accident. Under Missouri Chapter 537.765, the law states the following:“Any fault chargeable to the plaintiff shall diminish proportionately the amount awarded as compensatory damages but shall not bar recovery.”If you did not cause or contribute to the accident and…
read moreA car accident is painful, traumatic, and often costly, especially when it causes more than just damage to a vehicle but also results in serious injuries. These consequences of an accident are the damages in a car accident claim, but what is the difference between special damages and general damages?According to Missouri’s Department of Revenue,…
read moreCar accidents are terrifying experiences, often leaving serious injuries and lasting trauma. Unfortunately, the car accident compensation claim process in Missouri can add to the distress. But do you really need a car accident lawyer for Missouri accident claims?Under Missouri 537.765, the law states the following:“A defendant may plead and prove the fault of the…
read moreWhen you’ve worked hard at your job and given your employer your best, it’s not only painful but distressing to suffer a serious injury that interferes with your ability to work and support yourself and your family. An injury can happen in an instant, but its effects can be long-term or even permanent. After a…
read morePedestrians are vulnerable to severe injuries in accidents involving moving vehicles. A car weighs an average of 4,000 pounds and pedestrians are exposed to the full force of the vehicle in a collision. Both drivers and pedestrians have legal obligations to follow traffic laws and pay vigilant attention to their surroundings to take reasonable care…
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