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Are truck drivers required to rest to avoid excessive fatigue?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Apr 1, 2015 | Truck Accidents

Truck drivers have an important responsibly when they are behind the wheel. They are responsible for delivering goods from one place to another and for doing it safely. They not only do hold their own lives in their hands - their safe travel is essential for keeping...

Dangers of truck driver fatigue

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Mar 27, 2015 | Truck Accidents

Truck drivers have a huge responsibly. Not only are they responsible for shipping goods from one area to another but also they must do so safely. Truck drivers are behind the wheel of large and dangerous machines. Even simple mistakes can cause serious injuries if a...

Can truck drivers use cell phones on the road?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Mar 19, 2015 | Truck Accidents

Many Missouri residents live busy lives, and truck drivers are no exception. In the past, if a person was driving, they had very few ways to engage in other activities while behind the wheel. However, technology has made it easier for people to multitask while...

Family files wrongful death suit after truck accident

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Mar 11, 2015 | Truck Accidents

When a person is killed in a truck accident as a result negligent truck driver, that person's family may have the ability to bring a wrongful death suit. The suit can hold a negligent driver financially responsible for the accident.Recently, a Missouri family has...

Know your rights when a car is unsafe

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Mar 5, 2015 | Auto Product Liability

People rely on their cars for many different reasons. In most cases, people expect their cars to not only work, but to keep them safe. Today, cars are equipped with a variety of safety features that are meant to protect drivers and passengers from harm. While these...

When should car manufactures issue a recall?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Feb 25, 2015 | Auto Product Liability

Many people rely on their cars on a day-to-day basis. With such frequent use, it's easy to forget that cars are complex pieces of equipment. A single part of a car can take a manufacturer years to develop. Part of the reason that people do not often think of cars as...

The universal helmet law

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Feb 19, 2015 | Motorcycle Accidents

Missouri is a beautiful state. One way to enjoy the state's beauty is by driving throughout the state. While a car can provide some enjoyment, for many people, a motorcycle provides the ultimate joyride. In addition to the exhilarating ride, motorcycles help riders...

Who can be held responsible for a truck accident?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Feb 12, 2015 | Truck Accidents

When traveling down a Missouri highway, it would be unusual not to see a large commercial vehicle. These trucks provide important services throughout the state -- everything from hauling construction materials and food to exporting goods is done by commercial...

What is distracted versus reckless driving in Missouri?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Feb 6, 2015 | Car Accidents

Although the safety features of motor vehicles continue to improve, car accidents injure thousands and claim the lives of thousands more every year. Most car accidents are completely avoidable with at least one of the drivers involved to blame. A growing number of...

The importance of yielding the right of way

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Jan 30, 2015 | Car Accidents

Driving is a relatively dangerous activity regardless of how safely one drives. Because driving is so dangerous, there are many rules that drivers must learn and apply whenever they take to the roadways. There are many rules of the road spelled out in Missouri state...

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