Many parents who are going through a child custody case try collaborative methods to come to some kind of agreement on their parenting plan. Unfortunately, this isn’t always possible, and the court has to get involved. Sometimes, the court will require that a...
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Can you refuse a breath test during a DWI traffic stop?
You probably know that police officers who pull you over because they suspect that you are driving while intoxicated (DWI) hope to build a case against you. The officers will talk to you and try to gather evidence so that they can arrest you and then prosecutors can...
Are you ready for winter driving?
Missouri residents definitely get their share of winter. For some drivers, the wintry weather conditions spell extra trouble on the roads. This winter, be safer on the roads. The following tips may be helpful when avoiding weather hazards: Mount your snow tires If you...
Divorce can have an impact on your credit
When people go through a divorce, they usually have similar things that concern them. Who gets the house? What will happen with the kids? How will we split up the assets and bills? All of these are important, but there’s one thing that’s often overlooked. This is how...
Should you swerve to avoid a deer?
Although the peak season for encountering deer on the road has now passed, that does not mean you will not come across one as you travel through rural areas -- especially at night. It's smart to know what to do whenever that happens. How big of a problem is deer on...
A common mistake that could end your workers’ comp claim
Sometimes, when you go see a doctor, it may feel like they don't live in the same world that you do. They may ask you to restrict your activity in a way that is unrealistic. They could recommend treatments that seem far too expensive or time consuming for your life....
What can you do after a denied SSDI benefits application?
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program exists to protect people from going in to poverty when they experience severe medical situations. Those with sudden illnesses and injuries can qualify for SSDI benefits if they have a condition that prevents them...
Missouri crashes: Multiple causes, but victims still remain
No one plans to be the person who gets hurt in a serious collision. Most people think that it will never happen to them or anyone they care about. Unfortunately, crashes happen every day in Missouri, many of which are caused by drunk drivers, speeding drivers and...
Can you use a phone while driving in Montana?
Distracted driving has increased since cellphones became widespread and risen further since smartphones became common. Once, if you wanted to contact someone, you had to stop your car and find a phone booth. Now you can call, video call, text message, instant message,...
What are the facts about on-the-job injuries?
Data compiled by the National Safety Council (NSC) in 2019 showed that a worker suffered injuries on the job every seven seconds. This number equates to 510 workers per hour, 12,600 ones each day, 88,500 employees in a week and 4,600,000 ones during a single year....