Personal Injury Blog

7 Common Motorcycle Crashes and How to Avoid Them

Motorcycle accidents can be deadly in Missouri. According to the Missouri Department of Transportation’s preliminary data for 2023, there were around 172 motorcycle fatalities in the state in a single year. These fatalities made up around 17% of all state fatalities. Motorcycle accidents can cause injuries. They may leave the injured party paralyzed and unable […]

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Right-of-Way Laws in Missouri

When cars traveling in different directions come to an intersection, which one gets to go first? How do the remaining cars proceed? In some cases, there are traffic lights to specify which lanes of traffic are supposed to move, including those who are allowed to drive straight through and those who are permitted to turn. […]

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Basic Personal Injury Settlement Breakdown: How Much Goes in My Pocket?

You might be wondering how much you will receive in a personal injury settlement. What matters most, however, is how money ultimately goes into your pocket. To estimate how much money you will actually see, you need to consider damages, limiting factors, and deductions. Types of Damages Missouri personal injury law offers three kinds of […]

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What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney? 

If you’re searching for a Chesterfield personal injury lawyer, you’re probably getting results for Missouri attorneys and Missouri lawyers. The difference between a lawyer and an attorney is often a source of confusion for clients.  While the terms are frequently used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two. It’s helpful to understand the difference […]

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$400,000 “Stacked” Uninsured Motorist Coverage

In the diagram provided by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, our client, who is in Vehicle 2, was traveling Northbound on Interstate 49 just outside of Belton, MO. Suddenly, the at-fault vehicle changed lanes behind them and then tried to get around our client’s vehicle. In the process of that sudden lane change, this caused […]

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Police Reports: Timely and Effective

Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. In the aftermath of such an event, it’s important to take the necessary steps to ensure your safety and well-being and protect your legal rights. One crucial aspect of this process is filing a police report. However, many individuals are often unsure about the […]

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Understanding Loss of Consortium in Missouri

The “loss of consortium” is a claim that accompanies a personal injury lawsuit regarding the damage to a marital relationship following an accident, medical malpractice or other injury caused by someone’s negligence. This claim is filed in regards to the damage caused to intimate parts of the relationship and how that damage impacts the victim’s […]

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What Are the Speed Limit Laws in Missouri?

Speed limits are not picked at random. In fact, research and a lot of back-and-forth debate occurs between law enforcement, politicians, and traffic officials to decide upon maximum speed limits. In Missouri, many maximum speed limits are categorized primarily by the road type. What Are the Maximum Speed Limits in Missouri? Drivers are expected to […]

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FAQs: Car Accident Reports in Missouri

Getting into a car accident can be confusing. You may be expected to take several actions following an auto accident. Often, it is hard to figure out what you are supposed to do.  Here are some of the most common questions that car accident victims in St. Louis have about car accident reports. If you […]

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What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do?

A car accident can turn your world upside-down in an instant. The aftermath can be stressful and overwhelming as you try to heal while dealing with an insurance company and mounting bills.  This is where a car accident lawyer steps in to help. An experienced lawyer provides legal guidance and acts as your advocate to […]

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Roach Law was founded in 2003 by attorney Kevin Roach, a leading personal injury lawyer, to protect the rights of accident victims in Missouri. Since that time, our firm has grown to feature a legal team with decades of experience in personal injury law. Our attorneys have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for injured clients, fulfilling our mission to provide every one of our clients with the individual attention they deserve while tirelessly pursuing excellent results

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