Coup and Contrecoup Brain Injuries After a St. Louis Car Accident

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Let’s take a look at coup and contrecoup TBI-related injuries and how you can seek compensation after a car accident. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs). Sadly, these injuries affect the brain’s normal functioning, cause long-term health conditions, and … Read more

Updated: December 21, 2021

Most Dangerous Trucks on Missouri Roads – St. Louis Auto Accident Attorney

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Sharing the road with heavy trucks has many potential dangers. Let’s discuss five of the most dangerous trucks on Missouri roads and how you can stay safe. In 2019 alone, approximately 538,000 large trucks were involved in police-reported traffic crashes. These accidents claimed over 5,000 lives and left 159,000 people injured. These statistics demonstrate the … Read more

Updated: June 7, 2022

Common Medical Tests That Help Detect Brain Injury after a Car Accident

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Traumatic brain injuries claim over 166 lives daily and are usually characterized by nausea, headache, drowsiness, mood swings, clumsiness, and lack of coordination. It may be tempting to brush off mild headaches after a car accident, especially if one looks outwardly fine. However, did you know headaches can result from a traumatic brain injury suffered … Read more

Updated: December 21, 2021

Types of Evidence That Can Prove Fault in an Accident Involving a Drunk Driver

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Below is an overview of the types of evidence your attorney may use to prove the drunk driver was responsible for the accident and your injuries. If you get injured in an accident caused by a visibly intoxicated truck driver, you may assume their insurer will automatically compensate you for your injuries and damages. However, … Read more

Traumatic Amnesia After a St. Louis Auto Accident

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Let’s discuss what you need to know about this condition and how to pursue fair compensation if you suffer traumatic amnesia after an accident. As a motorcycle rider, you are at a high risk of suffering traumatic amnesia. Sadly, if left untreated, this condition can have lifelong effects. So, what is traumatic amnesia, and how … Read more

Updated: December 2, 2021

4 Common Blind Spots to Be Aware of to Prevent Auto Accidents

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Let’s take a look at some of the most common blind spots in commercial trucks and what you can do to avoid them and prevent accidents. Every time you drive in a truck’s blind spot, you put yourself in harm’s way. This makes it worthwhile to know the different truck’s blind spot areas and how … Read more

Updated: December 1, 2021