Broker Liability For Truck Crash Injuries
Tractor Trailer Injury Cases Tractor trailer crashes are some of the most devastating. These crashes often cause serious injury or death. Mandatory insurance limits are often not enough to cover all the harm caused by the crash. Gump & Faiella trucking attorneys , aggressively pursues all responsible parties involved in the trucks operation and in the supply […]
4 Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents & How to Avoid Them
Motorcycle Accidents & How to Avoid Them Motorcycles offer an exhilarating thrill ride that no other vehicle can match. But all it takes is one negligent driver to cause a devastating crash. The overwhelming majority of motorcycle wrecks are caused by driver errors and are, therefore, entirely preventable. In this blog, we’ll discuss a few […]
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Missouri?
Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Missouri The unexpected loss of a family member is one of life’s most tragic events and can cause a major emotional crisis. A death in the family can also lead to financial uncertainty due to medical bills and the loss of income. If a person dies as a result of another […]
Arc Flash Injury
Arc flashes are an electrical explosion that emit extreme temperatures and concussive force. Arc flashes injure over 2000 people a year. Several hundred people are killed each year. Arc flash injury cases can be very complex because of the issues involved as well as the fact that the accident itself may destroy evidence. Therefore, careful examination […]
How to Prove Damages in a Missouri Slip and Fall Claim
Damages in a Missouri Slip and Fall Claim Spilled liquids, cracked sidewalks, uneven floor surfaces—there are countless factors that contribute to trip, slip and fall accidents. Serious falls often result in catastrophic injuries that take months to heal. Some victims never make a full recovery, and their families are left wondering how they will afford […]
Custody and Teenagers
Child Custody & Teenagers Teens are different than small children. For those who are raising or have raised teenagers, I realize that’s an understatement. In a custody dispute because of a separation, divorce or modification, older children present particular issues. In Missouri, the overriding standard in custody in “the best interests of the child.” Pursuant […]
Truck Accidents Due to Overloaded Cargo
Overload Cargo What You Need to Know The vast majority of truck accidents are entirely avoidable. But sometimes, truck drivers and trucking companies break the law or behave negligently to speed up deliveries and boost their profits. Truck accidents from overloaded cargo are a real danger. Overloading a semi-truck might translate into more revenue per shipment, but it […]
4 Common Causes of Commercial Truck Accidents
Most drivers aren’t exactly in their “comfort zone” when they’re travelling alongside a semi-truck. Although commercial truckers tend to have plenty of experience behind the wheel, no driver is immune to accidents—and a crash with a big rig is likely to result in catastrophic injuries. In this blog, we’ll discuss a few of the most […]
ATV Injuries
All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) accidents result in nearly hundreds of deaths and over an estimated 150,000 injuries each year. Alcohol, excessive speed, poor judgment and driver inexperience are cited as the leading causes of crash. Accidents occur on roadways, highways, and public and private trails. In 2017 the Consumer Federation of American reported that 349 people dies in ATV […]
4 Reasons to Hire a Missouri Car Accident Attorney
Recovering fair compensation after a car accident often involves an uphill legal battle. Even if liability seems obvious, the insurance company will look for any possible excuse to deny or undervalue your claim. One small mistake, such as making a recorded statement or overlooking important evidence, could be all it takes to derail your case. […]
Snaps, Texts and Distracted Driving
Alert Today-Alive Tomorrow Distracted driving (snaps or texts) can get you killed. Driving while focusing on a message or video divides your attention. Driving a car or truck requires focus. Distracted driving causes more accidents than drunk driving. You are risking not only your life but the lives other people on the road and in […]
Child Custody Seven Tips for Success
Child Custody in Divorce If you are considering divorce or separation and you have children, you and your spouse will likely have some sort of disagreement regarding custody of your children. Even for the couples who believe they have “it all worked out”, once confronted with the details and unforeseen circumstances, disputes arise. Frequently, because […]
4 Qualities to Look for When Hiring a Car Accident Attorney in Missouri
Regardless of their practice area, most attorneys have reliable references and a passion for the law. But if you’re dealing with the financial impact of a serious car wreck, you’ll want to find an attorney who’s a cut above the rest. Compassion, resourcefulness, comprehensive experience—these are just a few of the traits held by the best […]
How to Maintain Privacy in a Divorce
Divorce: When Private Matters Become Public Knowledge Privacy in our personal life is important to everyone. Unfortunetly, a divorce is a public proceeding filed in court. For many people the pain that comes with the dissolution of a marriage is made worse when details of the relationship become public knowledge. While you can’t prevent every piece of […]
Social Media Evidence in Divorce & Custody Cases
Social Media has quickly become one of the most popular methods to express feelings and share information. Social media is an important part of modern life for many people. Pew Research reports that that 65% of adults use social media, nearly a ten-fold increase over the past decade. The increased use of social media has effected […]
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
How much is my personal injury case worth? This is one of the most common questions we are asked by new clients. The answer really depends on the specific facts of your case—the severity of your injuries, whether your injuries are temporary or permanent, whether you’ve endured psychological trauma, and many other factors. The Missouri personal […]
Social Media Can Effect Your Legal Case
Social media is one of the most popular ways to communicate. Digital communcation via email, text and other applications is common. Unfortunately, in legal proceedings, social media and other forms of digital communications may be obtained by your opponent and used as evidence at trial. While there are many positive things about social media, and […]
Important Evidence to Strengthen Your Motorcycle Accident Claim
The success of your motorcycle accident claim will ultimately hinge on the strength of your evidence. The insurance company will look for any possible excuse to deny or undervalue your claim, so it’s important that you hire a skilled motorcycle accident attorney to help you gather the evidence needed to prove negligence, liability, and the value of […]
Who Might Be Liable for Damages After a Truck Accident in Missouri?
Proving liability after a truck acciden t can be more complicated than after most passenger-vehicle collisions because several parties often share a percentage of fault. Depending on the cause of your crash, you may have grounds for a claim against the truck driver, trucking company, vehicle manufacturer, and/or another party. If you were injured in a big-rig […]
What Damages Are Recoverable After a Car Accident in Missouri?
The cost of medical bills, lost income, and vehicle repairs can add up quickly after a serious car accident. If your crash was caused by another driver’s negligence, you shouldn’t have to cover these expenses out of your own pocket. Unfortunately, it is common for personal injury claimants to accept low settlements because they simply […]
Hours of Service Regulations and Fatigue
The Hours of Service (HoS) Regulations were introduced to prevent fatigue-related accidents by restricting the number of hours a commercial driver can spend behind the wheel. If you were injured in a semi-truck crash , the Missouri personal injury attorneys at Gump & Faiella can investigate your case to determine if the driver violated the HoS Regulations. You may […]
How to Prove Negligence After a Car Accident in Missouri
If you were injured in an accident caused by another driver, you may be entitled to compensation for lost wages, medical bills, vehicle repairs, pain and suffering, and other damages. For your claim to be successful, it must be shown that the at-fault driver’s negligence contributed to your injuries. Common examples of negligence in car […]
Do I Have Grounds for a Premises Liability Claim?
Do I Have a Slip, Trip, or Fall Claim? Nearly 8 million people visit emergency rooms each year due to slip, trip, and fall injuries. If you were injured on someone else’s property—whether it was a hotel, shopping mall, business, or other public area—you may be entitled to compensation for lost income, medical bills, pain and suffering, […]
Car Safety Improvments
Car Safety Over the past couple of decades, cars have become much safer. Engineers have introduced designs and safety equipment that make survival of a collision much more likely. Gone are the days of laps belts and metal dashboards. However, we as drivers may need adapt our driving styles and habits so that new safety […]
