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KLG: Recent Awards & Recognition
Kendall Law Group’s managing partner, Brad Kendall, was recently named to The National Trial Lawyers (NTL) – Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Membership to this organization is by invitation only and is extended to attorneys practicing in civil plaintiff law and criminal defense. This list includes the Top 100 trial lawyers from each state or region who…
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Understanding Premises Liability: Slips, Trips, and Falls
What Constitutes a Slip and Fall? Whenever you enter someone else’s property, whether it’s a personal residence or a commercial establishment, you rely on the property owner to ensure that the area is safe and free from hazards. Unfortunately, accidents do happen, and slips, trips, and falls are common incidents that can result in significant…
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Bicycle Safety
Helmets A cyclist’s first line of defense against injury is a helmet. However, helmet size varies across manufacturers, so you should take the time to ensure your helmet fits correctly. A list of sizes by manufacture can be found at https://helmets.org/, and fitting tips can be found at https://www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/8019_fitting-a-helmet.pdf. Decreasing Crash Risks The main types of crashes…
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Boater Safety
Hitting the lake or river for some recreation may be at the top of your list this summer. Before launch, you need to be familiar with all requirements and safety standards. Let us take a look at the requirements by state. Missouri – In Missouri, to legally operate a motorboat or personal watercraft (PWC), an individual…
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4th of July Safety
There is nothing more American than celebrating the nation’s Independence Day with your loved ones and friends. The 2021 holiday marks the resumption of pre-COVID-19 travel. Many will be on the roads and flying for the holiday. Although the celebrations can generate a lot of summertime fun, they are not without their risks. Here are…
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Facts About Brain Injuries
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or a hit to the body, causing the head and brain to move back and forth quickly. Sudden movements, such as those experienced in car accidents, can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull,…
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How the Use of Cell Phones Has Changed Driving
Over the past few decades, cell phones have become an integral part of our lives, transforming how we communicate and navigate daily tasks. However, with this evolution, cell phone use has introduced significant safety concerns, especially when it comes to driving. What started as a tool for emergencies has now become one of the leading…
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Hang Up Or Pay Up
As we discussed in our previous blog, Missouri semi-wrecks are on the rise. Due to their foreboding size and weight, semi-trucks and tractor-trailers can cause severe injuries and death. In May 2012, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) made it illegal for commercial drivers to operate hand-held mobile devices while operating a vehicle. Research…
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Missouri Truck Wrecks Are on The Rise
Despite significantly reduced travel due to COVID-19, the Missouri collision fatality count increased in 2020. There were 988 Missouri traffic fatalities recorded in 2020. State law enforcement attributes this increase to speeding and encourages slower driving speeds. The Missouri Highway Patrol has ramped up its monitoring of the state’s roadways. Motorists are cautioned, that the…
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