Every day, St. Louis drivers navigate a mix of busy commercial, residential, and high-speed roadways. Some of these roads see far more crashes than others, with some tragically ending in fatalities. The accident attorneys at Meyerkord & Kurth decided to analyze which roads in Missouri are the deadliest in order to spread awareness to…
St. Louis car accidents are most commonly caused by distracted driving, speeding, impaired driving, failure to yield, and red light violations, but the full list includes many more causes. Here are the 10 causes we see most often in injury cases throughout the aDistracted DrivingPhones are the most obvious culprit, but distraction includes anything that…
There is no Missouri law that sets a specific minimum age for riding in the front seat, as long as the child is properly restrained. However, Missouri and child passenger safety experts consistently recommend keeping children in the back seat until age 13. Missouri’s Child Passenger Restraint LawsMissouri’s restraint requirements are based on age, weight,…
When choosing a place to live, safety is a top priority. Not just for yourself, but for your family and loved ones. One often-overlooked aspect of community safety is the risk of dog bites. In the St. Louis area, understanding which neighborhoods report the most dog bite incidents can help residents stay informed and…
Truck accidents can have devastating consequences, resulting in severe injuries and significant property damage. Determining liability in such cases is crucial, as it helps victims seek the compensation they deserve. In this blog post, we will delve into the factors that determine when a trucking company can be held liable for a truck accident,…
Riding a motorcycle can be an fun and enjoyable experience, but it also comes with its fair share of risks. One of the most important aspects of motorcycle safety is wearing the right gear. In this blog post, we will explore the essential motorcycle gear you should wear while riding to protect yourself from…
If you are injured in a car accident, one of the first things you will likely worry about is how your medical bills will be paid. This is a valid concern, as medical bills can add up quickly after an accident. In most cases, the responsibility for paying medical bills falls on the claimant…
Missouri Had The Highest Fatality Count in 2021 There is an average of over 6 million passenger car accidents in the U.S. every year. Although some car accidents are minor and only cause cuts and bruises, other collisions are much deadlier. In fact, studies show that fatal car accidents have been increasing across the…
Missouri is an “At Fault” State Missouri is an “at fault” state, which means that after a motor vehicle crash, the person who caused the accident is responsible for the harm that was done. While the at-fault driver’s insurance company will pay for the damages, it only includes up to policy limits. With that…
Understanding Missouri’s Comparative Fault Rule If you were involved in a Missouri motorcycle crash and were not wearing a helmet, you may still be able to recover damages. However, the compensation you may receive could be limited by the percentage of fault placed on each party involved in the accident under the comparative fault…