Missouri Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

An 82-year-old man from Bloomfield lost his life recently when an unoccupied vehicle that began to roll away ran him over, according to an article in the Daily Statesman.

According to investigators from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the man was standing near the 1989 GMC pickup truck when it began to roll. It appears that he tried to get into the vehicle in order to stop it from rolling, but the force of the rolling vehicle pushed him between it and another parked vehicle at the scene. The man was pinned between the two vehicles and suffered injuries that later claimed his life.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is still investigating the fatal Missouri auto accident. They are not sure why the truck began to roll, nor whether the man who lost his life was the owner or driver of the vehicle.

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Kids and kids-at-heart love Halloween for the chance to dress up in their favorite costumes, go trick-or-treating, or enjoy fun and games at a local party. However, Halloween is one of the busiest times of the year for emergency departments, as accidents on this holiday can easily cause injuries. Help keep yourself and those you love safe this year by incorporating some of these safety tips into your Halloween festivities:

• Think visibility. Light-colored costumes, reflective tape or vests, and flashlights all help drivers and others see you while you are trick-or-treating. To help you see traffic and other hazards better, you can also use face paint to complete your costume instead of a mask.
• Watch where you walk. If sidewalks are available, always use them. Otherwise, walk on the left edge of the road, facing traffic. If you need to cross a street, use a crosswalk with a signal for pedestrians, if available. Never dart out from between parked cars - oncoming drivers may not see you until it is too late.
• Take your costume for a test run. You should be able to walk comfortably in your costume, without worrying about tripping or losing any parts of it. Test makeup on a small area of skin, such as the inside of your elbow, to make sure there are no allergic reactions. Flame-resistant material can also help protect you if candles are a part of the Halloween decor.
• Examine your candy. Eat only things that are factory-wrapped and show no signs of being opened or tampered with. If you’re not sure whether a piece of candy is safe to eat, throw it out!

At Page Law, our personal injury attorneys in St. Louis fight for the best possible results in each case we handle. To learn more about how we can help you after an injury accident, call us today at (314) 322-8515 for a free case evaluation.

If you or someone you love is bitten by a dog in St. Louis County, your first step should always be to get the necessary medical help. However, you can also help protect yourself and others in St. Louis County by reporting dog bites to the St. Louis County Animal Care and Control Services.

In St. Louis County, Animal Care and Control Services has a wide range of duties, including everything from investigating animal bites to mosquito control. All of these are aimed at protecting the health of St. Louis County, Missouri residents. When a dog bite occurs, Animal Care and Control will place the dog under observation to watch it for signs of rabies and other diseases.

Rabies is a virus that invades the brains of animals, including humans. Dogs typically show signs of rabies in one of two ways. In “violent” rabies, dogs become restless and may roam for miles, attacking and biting anything that crosses their path. In “dumb” rabies, dogs become lethargic and drool copiously as the disease paralyzes their jaws, making them unable to close their mouths.

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Over 4.7 million Toyota vehicles in several countries were recalled recently amid concerns that improper lubricants used in the driver’s side automatic window switches could lead to a fire. The recall includes 2.5 million Toyota vehicles in the United States.

Toyota notes that the problem is not with the automatic window switches themselves. Rather, if a switch began to stick and needed repair, mechanics may have used a non-approved lubricant, which increases the risk of a fire when it comes into contact with the electrical components or with friction inside the switch or the vehicle door.

So far, no injuries have been reported, but Toyota has received information regarding about 200 vehicles that have had fire or smoke coming out of the doors as a result of the defect.

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The Missouri legislature is considering a bill that would require bicyclists on Missouri roads to wear a reflective safety vest. The bill, HB 1937, was introduced by Representative John Cauthorn of Boone County. The language of the bill is very simple: “Every person riding a bicycle upon a state road or highway shall wear a reflective vest.”

However, the controversy surrounding the bill is not as simple as its wording. Supporters of the bill say that it will reduce severe injuries and deaths in bicycle crashes, which affect hundreds of Missouri bicyclists each year. Opponents, however, note that the law might turn out-of-state bicyclists away from Missouri and claim that the risks of bicycling on state roads and highways can best be addressed by enforcing existing safety laws.

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If you live in St. Charles County, Missouri, you may share your home with a dog. Most of them are faithful, well-behaved pets, but even a trained dog may bite under the right circumstances, and dog bites can cause permanent scarring and other injuries.

Here are some tips for preventing dog bite injuries in St. Charles County:

• Research dog breeds and their needs before bringing a dog into your home. If anyone in the house seems afraid of or intimidated by dogs, do not bring one into your home, especially if the fearful family member is a child.
• Properly train and socialize your dog. Teach the dog submissive behaviors, like rolling over and giving you toys on command without growling.
• Don’t play aggressive games with a dog. The dog may not learn to tell the difference between play-biting and real biting.
• Never bother a dog that is eating, sleeping, or caring for puppies. Dogs are naturally territorial about these activities and may bite if they feel threatened.
• Never approach a strange dog. Ask an owner’s permission before approaching his or her dog, and hold out your hand for the dog to sniff before attempting to pet it.
• If a strange dog approaches you or gives chase, do not run. Dogs will instinctually chase you if you run.

Missouri dog owners have a responsibility to control their dogs in a way that prevents harm to others. If you’ve been bitten by a dog, a St. Charles County dog bite lawyer at Page Law will help you fight for the compensation you deserve. Call us today at (314) 322-8515 for a free consultation.