Category: St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer

What You Need to Know About Dog Bites and Dog Attacks

Among the types of personal injuries, dog bites often sting the worst — emotionally and physically. Victims often feel bad about reporting dog attack injuries. Unfortunately, failing to hold bad owners responsible only perpetuates the problem. All told, nearly 5 million people suffer a dog attack in the U.S. each year and almost a million need […]

Written by on January 20, 2015

Tech that Helps to Monitor Your Parents in Assisted Living or Nursing Homes

Many people use technology to be more productive and efficient in their profession. It is now helping an increasing number of older Americans remain independent longer and easing the worry of family members who do not live with them. GPS Tracking Systems Technology solutions are available today that can help with some of the most […]

Written by on January 15, 2015

Two People Wanted in St. Louis Shooting Cause Major Accident

One person has died, and one other person is seriously injured following an accident that occurred recently in St. Louis. According to the article in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the accident happened near downtown St. Louis. The occupants of the truck that caused the accident were wanted in a recent shooting in East St. Louis, […]

Written by on January 13, 2015

Icy Roads are Sure to Mean an Increase in Car Accidents in St. Louis

Old Man Winter has reared his head, and that means we can expect at least a few months of icy road conditions in St. Louis. In fact, according to a recent article in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, motorists are already experiencing issues on the roads. Interstate roads 64, 55 and 70 were all affected by […]

Written by on January 8, 2015

Mother Saves Daughter with a Push in Fatal Accident

This past year, 33 year-old Colleen Segbers was struck and killed in a Walgreens parking lot when an SUV apparently went out of control. It was a tragic accident that could probably have been easily avoided, but the reason why it grabbed headlines was the fact that Segbers saved her 10 year-old daughter’s life by […]

Written by on January 6, 2015

After a Slip or Fall What Should You Do?

If you have had the misfortune of slipping, falling, and injuring yourself, there are some things that you should know that may make a significant difference in the outcome. If you slip and fall, keep the following tips in mind: Report the incident. Many attorneys suggest that the first step should be to let someone […]

Written by on January 1, 2015

Suicide in County Jail Raises Questions on Inmate Care

Diagnosed with bipolar disorder and possibly other mental illnesses, Josh Francisco moved through the St. Louis County jail system without getting the mental health care he needed. Ultimately, Francisco committed suicide while unsupervised — after being allowed to decline treatment for an extended period of time. Severe paranoia began Francisco’s problems. Severe distress led his […]

Written by on December 30, 2014

Slip and Fall Accident Prevention Tips

It is impossible to predict how serious a slip and fall injury might be. Trips, slips, and falls are second only to motor vehicle accidents in causing personal injuries. The injuries sustained can alter your ability to work and significantly diminish your quality of life. The elderly are at most risk and many falls occur […]

Written by on December 25, 2014

Thieves Cause Car Accident While Escaping

Two thieves were captured by police after causing one of three accidents on Interstate 64 in St. Louis, according to an article on the KMOV website. Authorities stated that the two suspects – a man and a woman – attempted to cash a bad check at a bank in Brentwood. The teller immediately notified police, who […]

Written by on December 23, 2014

Was Your Physician Wrong on Your Cancer Diagnosis? What to Do

Perhaps you’ve recently gone to the doctor because you suspected that you had a medical problem. You just weren’t feeling like yourself, and you wanted to be sure it wasn’t something serious. Your doctor examined you, ordered tests, and indicated that everything was fine. Still, you decided you needed a second opinion because you weren’t […]

Written by on December 11, 2014