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New FMCSA Action on Medical Examiners: How Negligent Hiring Leads to Semi-Truck Wrecks
In April 2025, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposed a critical new rule: the removal of non-compliant medical examiners from the National Registry. This step represents an urgent move to strengthen commercial driver safety and prevent serious trucking accidents. For the public, this change signals…
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Drive Aware: Why Highway Worker Safety Depends on You
Daily, thousands of highway construction workers put their lives at risk to improve and maintain roads for the public. Despite the critical nature of their work, many of these workers face significant danger due to driver negligence, speeding, distracted driving, and lack of awareness. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a national call for…
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Understanding Injury and Wrongful Death Settlements for Minors in Kansas City
When a child suffers harm or tragically passes away due to another’s negligence, families are left to navigate overwhelming grief, legal confusion, and financial uncertainty. In these emotionally charged moments, seeking a legal settlement might feel like one more burden, but doing so can be essential for securing the child’s care or honoring their memory.…
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The Effects of Serious Motor Vehicle Accidents on Individuals with Autism: Understanding Trauma, Concussions, and Comorbid Conditions
Raising Awareness for World Autism Awareness Day Every year, on April 2nd, the world observes World Autism Awareness Day to foster a deeper understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and advocate for inclusivity. This day serves as a reminder that individuals with autism may face unique challenges, particularly in situations involving trauma and personal injury,…
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Kansas City Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse Trial Lawyers: A 2025 Guide to Protecting Your Loved Ones
Choosing the right nursing home is not just a healthcare decision, it is a matter of trust. Families in Kansas City expect long-term care facilities to protect their loved ones with compassion, safety, and dignity. Unfortunately, far too many facilities fall short. Recent 2025 federal data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)…
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Kansas Expands “Move Over” Law to Protect All Stopped Vehicles: What Drivers and Victims Need to Know
Beginning July 1, 2025, a major change is coming to Kansas highways—and every driver needs to pay attention. Governor Laura Kelly has signed a new law that expands the state’s “Move Over” requirements, extending protections to all vehicles stopped on the side of the road with hazard lights flashing. This law has important implications not…
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Semis as a Deadly Weapon: Dangers Posed by Negligent Truckers
Every day, thousands of commercial trucks travel across highways in Kansas and Missouri, transporting goods that keep the economy moving. But when these massive vehicles are driven recklessly or at unsafe speeds, they can become deadly weapons on wheels. The consequences of negligent trucking are often severe — causing devastating injuries, life-long trauma, and fatalities.…
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Pressure Ulcers in Kansas & Missouri Hospitals and Nursing Homes: A Sign of Neglect?
Pressure ulcers, also called bedsores, are painful and often dangerous wounds caused by prolonged pressure on the skin. These injuries are most common in hospital patients and nursing home residents who have limited mobility and rely on caregivers for repositioning and hygiene. While some cases are difficult to prevent, many pressure ulcers result from neglect—when…
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ADAS and Bad Weather: Why Drivers Must Turn Off These Systems to Avoid Liability
The Double-Edged Sword of ADAS Automated Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have transformed modern driving by reducing the risk of accidents through advanced technologies such as Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB). These systems rely on sensors, cameras, and radar to help drivers maintain control, avoid collisions, and drive…
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