In Kansas City and across Missouri, road safety has been a primary focus. In recent years, there has been a troubling rise in the number of auto accidents that have occurred. This is causing injuries and fatalities to a wide range of people who use the state roadways....
There are a variety of ways that workers can suffer injuries while working in Missouri. Any injury that keeps people from being able to work can be frustrating regardless of how it occurs. People will not be able to earn an income and may have medical bills that they...
For Kansas City residents, an injury or illness that prevents them from working can invite fear and worry as to what will happen to them in the future. Not only might they have financial difficulties from not earning their usual income, but they are also going to have...
Negligent drivers on Kansas City’s roads can cause accidents resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. On a recent weekend morning, a driver going the wrong way collided with another vehicle, causing several injuries. The Kansas City Missouri Police Department...
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, over 1,000 people were killed in Missouri motor vehicle accidents in 2021. The families of these deceased victims may struggle to recover emotionally and financially after the loss of their loved one. Filing a...
In the age of #metoo, sexual abuse victims have never been more empowered to fight back and tell their truth. However, many do not know that you can seek both civil and criminal justice. The attorneys at Van Zanten & Onik, L.L.C., believe that no sexual abuse...
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen anywhere, including the workplace, a grocery store, a restaurant or any other public place. After you’ve been injured after a slip-and-fall accident, you may find your claim denied by your insurance company. If you were counting on...
It seemed to be a minor fender-bender when your car was struck from behind by another vehicle. You spoke with the other driver, exchanged information and went on your way with running errands. Initially, you thought the lower back pain was not unusual. You figured the...
Many children in the Kansas City area have been physically or sexually abused by a teacher or other adult, causing them trauma they may have to deal with for the rest of their lives. The perpetrators who commit these horrific acts may be held liable both criminally...
When you are injured in a car crash, some injuries such as fractures, bruises and lacerations are immediately apparent and need medical attention. However, other injuries do not manifest themselves for days following the collision. These injuries are referred to as...