Missouri Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Car accidents are the leading cause of death for young people between 15 and 20 years old, according to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT). Driving too fast, being distracted by electronic devices or passengers, weaving among lanes, and not wearing a seat belt are some of the leading causes of accidents that take the lives of young drivers.

To help young drivers travel safely and prevent a traffic accident in Missouri, MODOT offers the following safety tips for young drivers:

• Wear a seat belt. Missouri law requires both drivers and passengers who have a learner’s permit or an intermediate license to wear a seat belt whenever the car is moving. Buckling up is one of the simplest ways to prevent injury or death while on the road.
• Stick to the speed limit. Not only does speeding increase the risk of severe accidents, it can also earn a driver a ticket, which may raise the driver’s insurance rates and make it hard for him or her to get a full license in Missouri. Sticking to the speed limit also means driving at a safe speed for conditions - snow, ice, heavy rain, or fog are all signs to slow down.
• Focus on the road. Distracted driving leads to accidents in all age groups, but it’s particularly dangerous for inexperienced drivers. Pull over before using a cell phone, searching for things in the car, or reading a map.

The Department of Transportation has additional tips available at its website. If you or someone you love has been injured in an auto accident in Missouri, the experienced St. Louis car crash attorneys at Page Law may be able to help. To learn more, call Page Law today at 314-322-8515 for a free and confidential consultation.

Whig.com reports that a man and two child passengers were injured in a car accident in the evening on May 30, 2011 in Scotland County, Missouri. The driver was traveling down Route A when a tire came off of his vehicle. After crashes like this it is important to talk with a Car Crash Attorney to discuss your rights.

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The vehicle subsequently veered off the road and flipped over. Authorities say that the driver was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Injuries to the driver and one of his child passegers were both serious enough to require the two to be taken by helicopter to a nearby hospital. The other child's injuries were not as serious and did not require hospitalization.

Tiresafety.com indicates that tire maintenance is extremely important. Failure to engage in routine tire maintenance can lead to costs in terms of reduced gas mileage and even potentially catastrophic tire blowouts. The website recommends that drivers check tire pressure monthly, have tires rotated every 5,000 to reduce wear on tires and routinely evaluate tires for signs of damage.

It is unclear whether this accident could have been prevented through tire maintenance because it is unknown what fault other components of the car played in the accident. However, accidents can often be prevented if a driver takes simple steps to insure that tires are properly inflated and that they have not been worn down over time.

Have you or one of your loved ones been involved in an accident caused by a tire failure? Call the St. Louis car crash attorneys of Page Law at (314) 241-2273 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH for a free consultation with no obligation. We will fight to get you the recovery you deserve to move on with your life after a crash.

Sources: http://www.whig.com/story/news/Scotland-Accident-053111, http://www.tiresafety.com/

St. Charles, Missouri was the site of a tragic motorcycle accident on Sunday, May 29, 2011 that claimed the life of fourteen-year-old boy, according to ksdk.com. The accident took place on Interstate 70 at Missouri Highway 94.

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According to the report, the accident occurred when the motorcycle driven by a 46-year-old-man, believed to be the boys father, skidded onto its side and slid across the road into the path of other vehicles. The teenage boy, who apparently remained on the motorcycle as it slid, was hit by another vehicle. His death was confirmed after he was taken to a nearby hospital. There is no word on the extent of driver's injuries but he was ejected from the motorcycle before the oncoming car hit it.

Accidents like this one show how dangerous motorcycles can be. One reason that they are so dangerous is because their two-wheeled design makes it hard to balance, especially when faced with a curved road and a changing road surface. While a car may slide on gravel on a turn and be able to avoid an accident, that same gravel can force a motorcycle onto its side, potentially causing injury or even death to its driver or passenger. For example, in 2009, the state of Missouri revealed that, though only about 30% of motorcycle accidents occurred on curved sections of road, those accidents accounted for nearly 50% of motorcycle accident fatalities.

Have you or one of your loved ones been injured or killed as a result of an accident involving a motorcycle? The experienced motorcycle riders and motorcycle attorneys at Page Law can help. We have a great deal of experience dealing with the aftermath of motorcycle crashes and will work hard to get you everything you are entitled to. Call Page Law’s St. Louis motorcycle accident attorneys at (314) 241-2273 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH for a free consultation with no obligation.

According to stltoday.com, a man died as a result of his injuries following an automobile accident on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 in St. Francois County, Missouri. The victim was driving on Highway 67 when he apparently lost control of his car. His car slammed into the guardrail and flipped. During the accident, he was thrown from the vehicle. He was rushed to a nearby hospital where medical personnel pronounced him dead.

Automobile flips are among the most dangerous types of car accidents. As in the accident on May 25, one of the primary causes of vehicle rollovers is the presence of some sort of obstruction, like a guardrail. A lot of fatalities and serious injuries in rollover accidents occur when a driver or passenger is ejected from the vehicle. Seatbelts can sometimes mitigate many of the most dangerous effects of a rollover accident in Missouri by keeping drivers and passengers inside the car.

Sport utility vehicles are particularly susceptible to rollovers. According to SafetyResearch.net, SUV’s are five times more likely than passenger cars to experience a rollover. Over the years, the government has attempted to ameliorate the rollover potential of SUV’s in two ways. First, they created regulations to try to make SUV’s more stable. Second, they increased efforts to educate drivers on the causes of vehicle rollovers in the hope that drivers would avoid activities linked to rollovers.

Have you or someone that you love been involved in a car crash in which the vehicle flipped? The car crash attorneys at Page Law are here to help. Our skilled car accident lawyers will fight for everything you are entitled to. Call us today at (314) 322-8515 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH for a free consultation with no obligation.

Sources: http://www.stltoday.com/news/local/metro/article_64c488cc-8853-11e0-92ff-001a4bcf6878.html, http://www.safetyresearch.net/safety-issues/rollover-stability/

On Sunday, May 29, 2011, a man was killed as a result of a motorcycle accident in Jefferson County, Missouri, according to ksdk.com. Police stated that the victim was traveling on Route E close to Belleville Lane when his motorcycle went off the road, careening into a tree and a barbed wire fence before coming to rest. He died at the scene but his female passenger survived and was taken to a St. Louis hospital with serious injuries.

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It is not exactly clear why, but rural roads like this one are of particular danger to motorcycles. These roads are more likely to have poor surfaces and, since they generally have less traffic, rural roads encourage motorcyclists to drive faster. Regardless of the exact cause, the state of Missouri noted in 2009 that rural roads in Missouri are the location of more than 60% of motorcycle fatalities though they account for less than 50% of all motorcycle accidents in the state.

Have you or a loved one been injured or killed in an accident involving a motorcycle? The St. Louis motorcycle accident attorneys at Page Law can help fight for everything you are entitled to and help you move on after an accident. Call Page Law today for a free consultation with no obligation at (314) 241-2273 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH.

Liberty, Missouri officials reportedly plan to undertake a $40 million roadwork project to reduce the number of accidents along Missouri Highway 152 near Kansas City, according to The Liberty Tribune. This particular road has proven consistently dangerous for drivers in the area. In an earlier piece, The Liberty Tribune noted that there were 353 accidents on Highway 152 between January and March of 2010. In fact, the highway was the location of all of the top five accident locations in Liberty, Mo. and, according to KMBC.com, was the top location for accidents in the whole of Kansas City in 2010.

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Police stated that driver confusion and congestion played a significant role in many of these accidents. Highway 152 is particularly dangerous because of the quick commercial development of the area, which has tracked a similar growth in the area’s population. This redesign project comes in the wake of Liberty, Mo. authorities’ decision to create a task force to address the Highway 152 accidents in March 2011.

Liberty’s plan to redesign Highway 152 is aimed particularly at the segment between Shoal Creek Parkway and Missouri Highway 291. The project would see the construction of a new bridge and a reworking of the interchanges to try to reduce traffic congestion. However, funding for the bridge portion of the project is uncertain and the Liberty City Council still must approve the project before it can proceed to a further planning stage.

Improper highway design can play a large role in car accidents. As cities like Liberty, Mo. grow, the volume of traffic on a road can quickly outstrip the level of congestion that the road was designed to handle. Roads like this become dangerous as more and more cars are squeezed onto them. Many times, accidents that result from these improperly designed highways are not the fault of the driver. Rather, the design of the road or a decision not to renovate the road is to blame.

This is where the experienced car crash attorneys at Page Law come in. If you or one of your loved ones has been injured or killed in a car crash and you think improper road design could have caused the accident, call Page Law at (314) 241-2273 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH. We will consult with you for free and determine if you have a case.

Sources: http://www.kccommunitynews.com/liberty-tribune-news/28033781/detail.html, http://www.kccommunitynews.com/liberty-tribune-news/27296803/detail.html and http://www.kmbc.com/news/27199468/detail.html

On May 27, 2011, ktts.com reported that the Missouri Highway Patrol is planning a full court press this Memorial Day weekend. There was some speculation that the highway patrol would have to limit its normally rigorous enforcement of traffic laws this Memorial Day because of recent natural disasters in Missouri. However, this speculation is wide of the mark as the highway patrol intends to step up enforcement as they normally do annually this weekend.

Particular targets of the Missouri Highway Patrol will be drunk driving, aggressive driving, and seatbelt violations for passengers, especially those related to children.

Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest travel weekends every year. It is the weekend that marks the beginning of summer for many families in America. In fact, AAA stated earlier this week that they expect upwards of 35 million Americans to take to the roads this weekend in what could be one of the biggest Memorial Day weekends in history from a travel perspective.

With so many motorists on the road, Memorial Day weekend can prove treacherous. On a weekend like this it is all the more important to drive with care. Increased police enforcement of traffic laws, like this one in Missouri, are trying to save lives by slowing everyone down and attempting to curb the amount of drunk driving.

Weekends like Memorial Day can be a fantastic time to spend with friends and family. However, in the past they have also been notorious for an increase in traffic accidents and fatalities. If you or any of your family members are involved in such a tragic accident, turn to the experienced Missouri St. Louis traffic crash attorneys at Page Law. We will fight for your rights. Call (314) 241-2273 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH for a free consultation with no obligation.

Source: http://www.aaanewsroom.net/Main/Default.asp?CategoryID=8&ArticleID=848

The Belleville News Democrat reported that a 42-year-old man died May 25, 2011, when his motorcycle ran into the side of a UPS delivery truck in St. Clair County, Illinois. The victim was apparently trying to speed past the truck on the left shoulder of the road when the truck turned left into his path. Police say that he was wearing his helmet at the time of the crash. Unfortunately, his injuries were too serious and he died shortly after being taken to the hospital.

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Illinois has no law requiring motorcycle riders to wear helmets. However, neighboring Missouri has been the recent site of a battle over the repeal of a law requiring all motorcyclists to wear helmets. In 2009, the state of Missouri found that though motorcycles were involved in only 1.6% of traffic crashes, they accounted for 10.7% of traffic crash fatalities. That same year, the Missouri legislature passed a law that required only motorcycle riders under the age of 21 to wear a helmet. (http://news.consumerreports.org/cars/2009/05/missouri-moves-to-relax-motorcycle-helmet-laws.html).

However, Missouri Governor Jay Nixon vetoed the measure, citing the potential cost both in terms of Missouri citizen’s lives and increased health care costs associated with a higher number of serious injuries from accidents. The data bears out Nixon’s reasoning. In 2009, in traffic crashes where a motorcyclist was wearing a helmet, only 27.5% were killed or seriously injured, compared to 40.9% of motorcyclists who were not wearing a helmet. While wearing a helmet may not protect motorcycle riders from all of the dangers inherent in motorized travel, helmets have the ability to significantly improve the prognosis for riders involved in an accident when riders obey the speed limit.

Have you or someone that you love been involved in an accident involving a motorcycle? On a motorcycle, the road can be a more dangerous place. The experienced St. Louis motorcycle accident injury attorneys at Page Law can help you during the aftermath of the accident. Contact Page Law at (314) 241-2273 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH for a free consultation with no obligation.

The Hannibal Courier-Post reported that on the afternoon of Monday, May 23, 2011, one woman was injured in an accident on Route W in Lincoln County when a car turned left in front of her. Her car hit the front of the turning car. She was taken to a nearby hospital where she was evaluated and determined to have sustained minor injuries. The report noted that the victim was wearing a seatbelt when the accident occurred.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration noted in a recent report that wearing seatbelts has saved over 72,000 lives in the past 5 years. Traffic fatalities in general have dropped to their lowest number since the 1960’s. Though the number of car crash deaths is a great step forward in traffic safety, it means that more people are being left to live with injuries after serious automobile crashes.

In 2000, CNN did a story on how doctors were learning to better diagnose and treat car accident injuries. In the past, doctors tended to treat minor injuries from car accidents and release the patients. Now, doctors realize that the trauma caused by car accidents may not manifest itself for days, weeks, or, in some cases, even years. That story notes that whiplash, the most common form of car accident injury, may cause hidden damage, which can harm the victim even decades after the trauma.

Medical professionals have become skilled at diagnosing injuries resulting from car accidents but it is critical that accident victims be evaluated by medical professionals following an accident to make sure that they get the care they need.

If you or someone that you love has been recently injured in a car accident, the experienced Missouri car accident attorneys at Page Law can help. Injuries from crashes like this one in Lincoln County can have long-term effects on the health of the victims. When you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence behind the wheel, you may be entitled to a settlement that reflects your pain and suffering. Contact the personal injury lawyers at Page Law today for a free consultation. Call (314) 241-2273 or 1-800-CAR-CRASH.

The Social Security Administration, or SSA, provides benefits to disabled citizens who can no longer work. For decades, the SSA has paid these benefits by sending a physical check in the mail to each recipient.

Starting in May 2011, however, the SSA will no longer provide paper checks to new enrollees. Those who start receiving Social Security benefit payments after May 1, 2011 may only receive their benefits by an electronic system - not by receiving a paper check in the mail.

People receiving Social Security benefits have two options for receiving electronic benefits. The first is to have the money sent directly to a checking or savings account. To do this, recipients will have to provide the SSA with their account number and routing number, available from the bank. The second option is to receive a prepaid “Direct Express” debit card to access the payments.

The change is part of a larger re-designing of the Social Security disability benefits system, the goal of which is to eliminate paper checks entirely by 2013. About 80 percent of those who are currently receiving benefits already get them by electronic transfer. Those who still receive paper checks, however, have until May 2013 to switch to the electronic system. The SSA website at godirect.org has been set up to help people make the change.

Social Security disability benefits are available for people who have suffered a disability that prevents them from working at least one year or will result in their death. The disability may be due to illness, injury, genetic conditions, or a combination of these factors. An experienced Missouri Social Security disability check attorney can help you navigate the process of applying for Social Security disability benefits.

Most people who suffer a dog bite do not catch rabies or any other disease from the bite. However, if the dog is a strange one or is acting strangely, it’s wise to have the dog tested for rabies if possible.

Dogs can experience rabies in two ways: “Furious Rabies” or “Dumb Rabies,” also known as paralytic rabies. A dog with dumb rabies will droop at the mouth and may begin to drool as the disease paralyzes the jaw and throat muscles. Dogs with dumb rabies do not usually attack or bite.

Dogs with violent rabies will show it by hiding in dark places whenever possible, such as under beds or vehicles or in closets or sheds. They become nervous and excitable and will fight their way through fencing or other enclosures to escape. Once loose, a dog with violent rabies may roam for miles, trying to bite anything that crosses its path. Both dumb rabies and violent rabies are fatal.

If you suspect a dog that bit you has rabies, wash the bite area with soap and water for at least twenty minutes and contact a physician or hospital immediately. For the best chance at an accurate rabies diagnosis, do not kill the dog; call the Missouri Department of Health or a local veterinarian for help.

Rabies is a frightening disease, but it’s rare for people to get it from dog bites. If you have been bitten by a dog, however, the injuries and medical expenses may be severe, even if the dog has no infections. To learn more about your rights under Missouri dog bite law, contact the experienced St. Louis dog bite attorneys at Page Law today. For a free consultation, call 314-322-8515.

On May 16, 2011, a man driving on westbound Highway 40 crashed and died according to Stltoday.com. The accident occurred around 5:50 a.m. when the 26-year-old driver’s car collided with some barrels at an exit, forcing the vehicle across the westbound lanes thereby hitting the median.

According to the report, the driver was ejected from his vehicle. The accident shut down westbound Highway 40 near Market Street for hours. The shutting down of the highway caused traffic back up all the way into Illinois. Following the crash, the police department’s accident reconstruction team was notified and they rushed to the scene. After their work was completed on the interstate, they reopened the highway.

Car accidents can be terrifying, painful, and financially burdensome. Additionally, an automobile crash injuring or killing an individual can leave a person, or a family, distraught and wondering where to turn next. If you or a loved one has been in a car crash, you could be able to receive compensation for your loss. Please call one of our experienced St. Louis car accident injury attorneys to discuss your rights. We will closely evaluate your case and work with you so you can receive the just compensation that you deserve. Furthermore, if you can’t come to us, we will come to you. For more information or to schedule a free and confidential consultation, call Page Law today at 314-322-8515.

Dog bites send over 800,000 Americans to the doctor each year. Most of those bitten by dogs are children, and most dog bite sufferers know the dog and/or its owner. Many believe they have a friendship with the dog until it suddenly bites them. In order to help prevent dog bites, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other research groups have gathered statistics on which dogs are more likely to bite people.

Researchers found that the breeds involved in most of the bites they studied were German shepherds, chows, pit bull terriers, and poodles. They also found that most of the bites they studied were inflicted by dogs that were younger, between one and five years of age. Male dogs seemed to bite more often than female dogs, and a male dog who had not been neutered was probably more likely to bite than a male dog who had been neutered. Finally, a large percentage of the bites researchers examined were given by dogs that were tied or chained up in their yards.

These statistics can help you identify dogs that may be more likely to bite. However, it’s important to remember that any dog, no matter its age, breed, or temperament, may bite under the right conditions. Missouri law provides rights and options for residents who have suffered a dog bite. If you or someone you love has been bitten by a dog in Missouri, call the experienced St. Louis dog bite attorneys at Page Law today. We’ll examine the details of your case and help you hold any negligent parties accountable for their actions. For a free consultation, call us today at 314-322-8515.

In 2009, Missouri’s motorcycle helmet laws changed to allow adult riders to choose whether or not to wear a helmet in many situations. Many riders opt not to wear helmets, believing that a helmet restricts their vision and hearing or won’t protect them in a crash.

However, research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that motorcycle riders who wear helmets are less likely to die in a severe Missouri motorcycle accident, and they are also less likely to suffer a traumatic brain injury.

The category “Traumatic Brain Injury,” or TBI, covers a wide range of injuries to the brain, many of which are caused by a blow to the head. The effects of a traumatic brain injury range from a few days of dizziness to paralysis or even death, depending on how bad the injury is and which parts of the brain it affects.

According to the NHTSA study, riders who wear motorcycle helmets are less likely to suffer a traumatic brain injury in an accident and usually have less-severe traumatic brain injuries when a severe accident occurs. The study also found that wearing a helmet increases a motorcyclist’s chance of surviving a crash by 37 percent.

Wearing a helmet is one way motorcyclists can protect themselves while they’re riding. Even with a helmet, however, injuries may still occur. If you’ve been injured in a Missouri motorcycle accident, call the experienced St. Louis motorcycle crash lawyers at Page Law today. We’ll examine your case carefully and fight to hold any negligent parties responsible for their actions. For a free and confidential consultation, call Page Law at 314-322-8515.

Missouri law allows any rider to receive a motorcycle license, as long as the motorcyclist can pass both the written test and the driving test given by the Department of Motor Vehicles and meets the state’s other requirements, such as age. Successfully completing a motorcycle safety class is not a requirement for a license. However, a Missouri motorcycle safety class provides valuable information that riders can use to protect themselves and others on the road from injury.

The Missouri Motorcycle Safety Program provides several classes for both beginners and advanced riders. Beginners learn the basics of motorcycle handling, and both classes learn important safety techniques, such as how to identify a potential accident before it occurs and how to ride, brake, and swerve to avoid accidents without crashing the motorcycle - which can result in costly medical bills for the injured rider and high repair costs for the bike. Beginner classes, in particular, are designed to give riders a safe, low-stress class in which to practice handling the bike and where they can make mistakes and ask questions before facing the road.

Finally, a motorcycle safety course provides valuable information on safety gear for riders. Riders can discuss and ask questions about the best types of protective jackets, boots, accessories, and helmets for their particular bodies, bikes, and styles of riding.

Knowing how to protect yourself on a motorcycle goes a long way toward preventing serious accidents. Unfortunately, even the best motorcyclists can’t avoid every accident, especially when it involves another driver’s negligence. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, the experienced St. Louis motorcycle accident attorneys at Page Law can help you understand your legal rights and fight to hold any negligent parties responsible for their actions. For a free consultation, call Page Law today at 1-800-CAR-CRASH.

The families and friends of Missouri workers who lost their lives on the job last year gathered recently in the Missouri State Capitol to remember their lost loved ones, according to a report from Ozarks First. The event, known as the Missouri Workers’ Memorial Ceremony, is hosted by the state Department of Labor each year to honor the memory of workers who have died in Missouri workplace accidents.

Last year, according to the Missouri Department of Labor, 95 workers were killed in workplace accidents in the state. One-third of these fatal accidents took place in manufacturing or construction workplaces, while the rest spanned every other workplace represented in the state of Missouri. Just over half of the workers who died - 52 in all - were men between the ages of 40 and 60. In 2009, 118 Missouri workers suffered fatal accidents on the job. Over 100,000 more workers were injured at work; one in five of injured workers worked in health care or in professions like firefighting. Men between the ages of 40 and 49 accounted for one-eighth of all workplace injuries in Missouri last year.

If you’ve been injured on the job, the experienced Missouri workplace accident attorneys at Page Law may be able to help. We can help you understand your legal rights and options and will fight for the compensation you deserve, whether it’s from workers’ compensation or a negligent third party. For a free and confidential consultation, call Page Law today at 314-322-8515.

Workers injured on the job can often rely on their employer’s Missouri workers compensation insurance coverage to provide payments that cover lost wages and medical bills. Some workers, however, suffer a work injury that aggravates a previous disability or condition, causing much greater damage to the worker’s health than the work-related injury alone would have caused. For these workers, Missouri provides payments from the Second Injury Fund.

Unfortunately, the Second Injury Fund is on shaky financial ground, according to a recent article in the Columbia Missourian. Although lawmakers admit the problem has been brewing since the 1980s, when the fund started receiving more claims than it could handle, they have been slow to address the growing issue.

Currently, the Second Injury Fund is fed by a 3 percent surcharge that employers pay on their workers’ compensation insurance premiums. This three percent, however, isn’t enough to keep the fund afloat, so lawmakers are considering other options. These include:

• Increasing the surcharge to 5.8 percent;
• Adding a 4 percent surcharge for each of the next five years;
• Cutting benefits for people whose pre-existing condition was not also a work-related injury; or
• Dissolving the Second Injury Fund altogether.

Workers’ compensation claims can be confusing, especially when your time and attention is focused on recovering from a serious injury. At Page Law, our experienced Missouri workers’ compensation attorneys can help you get the benefits you deserve. To learn more, call Page Law today at 314-322-8515 to schedule a free consultation.

An Osceola resident lost his life recently when his motorcycle crashed into a car in Henry County, according to a recent article in The Kansas City Star.

Police are still investigating the hit-and-run accident that cost the motorcyclist his life. So far, they have determined that the motorcyclist, a 49-year-old man, was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle on Missouri Highway 14 near Clinton on a Sunday afternoon. The driver of the car, who was on Northeast 400 Road, ran the stop sign at the intersection of Missouri 14 and Northeast 400 Road. The motorcyclist was unable to stop in time to avoid crashing into the car.

The rider of the motorcycle was thrown from his bike in the crash. Rescue workers were unable to revive him, and the man was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car did not stop at the scene. Police have not yet said whether or not they have identified the driver.

Each year, thousands of motorcycle riders are killed in crashes and many more are injured nationwide, according to the Missouri Motorcycle Safety Program. Many of these fatal motorcycle crashes in Missouri are caused by drivers who do not look carefully for motorcycles or use caution when sharing the road with bikers.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a St. Louis motorcycle accident, please don’t hesitate to contact the experienced St. Louis motorcycle accident attorneys at Page Law. We will help you understand your legal rights and options and fight to hold accountable those who are responsible for your injuries. To schedule a free consultation, call Page Law at 314-322-8515 today.

A ten-year-old Kansas City boy suffered injuries to his face, back, and arm when he was attacked by a neighbor’s pit bull, according to a recent news report from WDAF.

The boy was riding his bicycle around the neighborhood when Bo, the neighbor’s 55-pound pit bull, began chasing him. The dog bit the boy’s bicycle wheel, causing him to fall, and then bit the boy several times until the ten-year-old was able to get up and run home. At the local emergency room, the boy received several stitches and was released.

Kansas City animal control officers seized Bo and are currently holding the dog in quarantine until he can be tested for rabies. Bo’s owner, who also has two other pit bulls, is hoping to get his dog back. He believes that the boy must have tried to pet Bo, who bit to defend himself. This is not the first time Bo has bitten someone; the dog also bit a visiting social worker last summer, according to WDAF.

Dog bites are painful, dangerous, and terrifying, especially for a child. Each year, thousands of children in the U.S. require hospital care after a dog bite. If your child has been bitten by a dog, please don’t hesitate to contact experienced Missouri child dog bite lawyer John Page. Mr. Page and the experienced legal team at Page Law will examine your case carefully and fight for the compensation you deserve. Call 314-322-8515 today to schedule a free and confidential consultation.