The weather in Kansas City is perfect this time of year. You can feel the first hints of summer around the corner but without the overbearing humidity that will inevitably hammer us in July and August. It’s only natural we take every opportunity to be outside; walking the dog, window shopping on the Plaza, or …
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Each day drunk driving causes 27 deaths in the United States. That’s 27 deaths each day that are 100% preventable. Here’s how you can help prevent drunk driving, whether you are attending or hosting a party. If you’re hosting a party, you should… Offer non-alcoholic beverages; Serve plenty of food; and Arrange for transportation for …
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What is Whiplash? Whiplash is one of the most common personal injury diagnoses following a car accident. When an ER doctor examines a patient complaining of neck and/or upper back pain following any type of automobile accident, and there are no obvious bleeding or broken bones, the common course of evaluation is cervical x-rays and/or …
Neck Injury – Sometimes It’s Not “Just Whiplash” Read More »
Traumatic brain injury, concussions, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) have been regular topics in the news, sports, and entertainment. Public awareness of these injuries is at an all time high thanks to movies like Concussion and as a result of the recent NFL settlements with former players. Even with this heightened public awareness, many people do …
The National Safety Council has designated April “Distracted Driving Awareness Month.” Texting and driving has become one of the biggest distractions to drivers on Kansas City roads, and a growing number of car accidents are being caused by it. The NSC says it’s time to Take Back Your Drive. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association previously estimated distraction to be …
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Nobody starts their night-out saying “I hope I hurt or kill somebody tonight in a drunk driving accident.” But if you or somebody you care about is choosing to drink and drive, these are the real consequences waiting on the other side of that decision. Unfortunately, I’ve seen the devastating impact these consequences have had …
We hear the question a lot. “If I am injured in a motorcycle accident without wearing a helmet, can I still recover for my injuries, medical bills, and lost wages? The answer depends on where the motorcycle accident happened. In Kansas, the law does not require motorcyclists to wear a helmet. Therefore, no comparative fault can …
Motorcycle Accident: Does a Helmet Help My Case? Read More »
Injury victims who suffer a broken bone, a burn, or a serious wound deal with significant and obvious pain and limitations. Their friends and loved ones can see visible evidence of the injury, disability and pain. Serious concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are equally significant injuries, but with an important difference – traumatic brain injuries are not …
