You probably know he’s passionate about his clients. You probably know he loves practicing law. But there is a lot you don’t know about Rick. Rick’s journey to becoming a personal injury attorney started way back in high school when he competed in debate. But it wasn’t always a straight path to the law. Did …
Do you have a loved one suffering from a traumatic brain injury? It can be hard to adjust and know what to say. You want to help but you don’t want to offend your loved one. So what should you do? Each case is different and talking with their doctor could help you determine the …
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MSB ALERT: The City Council for Kansas City, Missouri recently passed restrictions on the ability of employers to inquire about and use a job applicant’s criminal history. Taking effect June 9, 2018, the city ordinance limits an employer’s ability to use criminal record information. Under this ordinance, employers will no longer be able to inquire …
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We strongly believe worker safety should be one of your top priorities as a construction firm. Do you have policies in place to ensure you are conducting safety meetings and toolbox talks? These need to be done regularly and the best way to ensure that is to have a formal policy, company-wide. Hold a Safety …
Safety Meetings and Toolbox-Talks: Are you doing these? Read More »
The opioid crisis seems to be in the news a lot lately. Construction firms may be faced with the difficult tension of helping employees stay drug-free and maintaining a safe work environment. Drug use is more prevalent in high-risk industries and construction is typically considered a high-risk profession. This is not something to turn a …
Substance Use in the Construction Industry: Are you addressing it? Read More »
Do you know how to stay safe when driving around tractor-trailers? Though we do it every day, we often forget that tractor-trailers are much different than cars and they create different safety concerns. Take a few minutes to remember these 4 tips to stay safe and avoid collisions with tractor-trailers. 1. Avoid blind spots. Tractor-trailers …
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How often do you post on social media? Many of us post weekly or even daily, if not multiple times a day. You may want to rethink social media and maybe even take a break from posting if you have a personal injury case pending. Seemingly innocuous, innocent posts can actually weaken your personal injury …
Can social media really affect your personal injury claim? Yes and here’s how. Read More »
According to a recent survey which questioned 1,000 firms nationwide, the construction industry is decidedly on an upswing. Firms appear to be optimistic and the demand for all types of construction services continues to increase. This overall optimism is seen in both public and private sectors which may be due to a combination of a …
Addressing the Construction Worker Shortage Across the U.S. Read More »
If you’ve been in a car crash and are thinking about whether you should bring a lawsuit, your first question is probably, how much money can I recover? That question can be tricky. In large part, it depends on the unique facts and circumstances of your case. What we can tell you, however, is the …
What damages can I recover from a car crash in Missouri? Read More »
Whether you are a general contractor or a subcontractor, it is important to have a complete understanding of your construction contract before starting the project. Often in the negotiation stage, the primary focus is on the client. You, of course, want to secure the job and give them what they are asking for. There are …
