You only file an insurance claim when something bad has happened. Whether it is a car accident, storm damage, or a broken leg, no one files an insurance claim because they are having a great day. To make matters worse, dealing with your insurance company is often...
Study shows motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians rising
In Missouri and throughout the nation, some of the most at-risk people for injuries and death are pedestrians. When there are motor vehicle accidents, the vulnerability of pedestrians is substantial. While most drivers keep a close eye on the road, the statistics...
Fair Credit Reporting Act: what file information can I receive?
A common reason that Missouri consumers find themselves targeted for abuse from debt collectors, credit agencies and others is that they are unaware of their rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). With FCRA, people are accorded the right to have accurate,...
Danger of DUI motor vehicle accidents shown in fatal crash
There are unavoidable dangers when out on the road in St. Louis, and it is important to be cognizant of them. Negligent drivers, distracted drivers and drivers under the influence -- these are just some of the potential causes of a crash. When there is an accident, it...
The basics of a class action lawsuit
Typically, settlements for class action lawsuits do not dominate headlines, but when they do, the numbers can be staggering. Take the class action settlement reached between Toyota Motor Credit Corporation and the U.S. Department Justice regarding discriminatory...
How the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act protects consumers
Residents of St. Louis and throughout Missouri who find themselves in debt will not only face the worry of finding a way to get back on stronger financial ground, but also consistent and aggressive attempts by debt collectors to receive payment. That aggression can...
Do you know what to do after a car accident?
Imagine this: you're driving down the road with a car in front of you. Everything has been fine for the last few minutes you've been behind this vehicle. But then suddenly, a change in traffic causes the vehicle in front of you to stop suddenly, and before you can...