After a car accident in Missouri, you may feel confused or disoriented. You could say something without thinking. However, what you say to the other driver, witnesses, insurance adjusters, or law enforcement in the aftermath of the accident could affect your claim if you were injured and intend to seek…
Icy roads are a top cause of auto accidents in Missouri during the winter. Many crashes in wintertime occur because drivers fail to slow down and use appropriate caution on slick, ice-covered roads. Why Icy Roads Are Dangerous to Drivers Icy roads include roads covered in ice and snow following…
If you encounter a motorcycle accident while driving in Missouri, you should know some important steps you can take to help the injured and prevent further harm. This article describes how you can help if you see a motorcycle wreck in Missouri and how Sumner Law Group, LLC, can help…
Most people know that texting behind the wheel can increase the likelihood of a crash, but just how many accidents are caused by texting and driving? This article explores the risk factors associated with texting and driving, why texting-related accidents are so common, and what you can do to stay…
All motorists are expected to obey the rules of the road, including stopping at red lights. If you were hurt in an accident caused by a driver who ran a red light, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries and other losses. Here, the legal team at Sumner…
Although every driver should know that it is dangerous to text while driving, many continue to do so, often leading to devastating collisions. In the time it takes to send or read a text, a driver can travel the length of a football field without even looking at the road,…
Sumner received recognition from The Best Lawyers in America in the category of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. The organization is the “oldest and most respected peer-review publication company in the legal profession,” according to the Best Lawyers website. “Recognition by Best Lawyers is widely regarded by both clients and…
No one is ever prepared to receive the news that their close family member was killed in a preventable accident. If someone else’s carelessness costs your loved one’s life, you likely feel confused, devastated, and angry. You have the right to feel this way, and you could be entitled to…
Determining who is at fault for a car crash can be complicated when only two vehicles are involved – and it can be exponentially more challenging for each additional vehicle you add. That’s why it can be especially challenging to determine liability in a chain-reaction accident. If you were injured…
In Missouri, you must have a Class M instruction permit, a Class M license, or a Class M endorsement on your driver’s license to drive a motorcycle on public roadways. The rules and restrictions for Missouri motorcycle permit holders can be confusing. In this article, we will walk you through…
