Delivery drivers are one of the heroes of modern convenience. They dodge traffic, battle bad weather, and navigate confusing addresses—all while ensuring your order arrives on time or hot and fresh. But behind the wheel, they’re also faced with unique risks. From slips and falls to car accidents to strains and sprains, their job can [...]
Hey there! If you’re reading this, you probably know that being a mechanic is more than just a job—it’s a lifestyle. You’re the ones who transform clunky old cars into smooth-running machines, and you tackle automotive challenges with the skill of a maestro. But even the most skilled mechanics can encounter the occasional hiccup—like [...]
We’ve all heard the saying “bigger is better…” but is bigger really always better? It isn’t when it comes to choosing a law firm to represent you in your personal injury case. In fact, The Pottenger Law Firm is small by design to better serve personal injury victims in their time of need. What [...]
According to Carsurance, there are roughly 89,000 motorcycle accidents in the United States every year. About 5,000 of these collisions are fatal, with the rest resulting in severe personal injuries. How could there be so many? Part of the reason could be that on average, motorcyclists only have about two seconds on average to complete [...]
When there are mechanical flaws to a vehicle and the driver doesn’t know, it spells disaster - and serious personal injuries. Unfortunately, recalls happen more often than you’d think, which is why it’s so important to stay up-to-date on the latest vehicle recalls. In 2020 alone, there were 886 vehicle recalls in the United States. [...]
Motorcyclists are four times more likely to sustain an injury after a traffic accident than other vehicle drivers. In 2020 alone, there were 82,528 motorcycle accidents in the United States. All personal injuries are costly, and motorcycle injuries are no different. Unfortunately, many injuries go unnoticed until it is too late to pursue compensation. [...]
Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common types of personal injury. According to the CDC, 20% of slip and fall accidents result in a serious personal injury. In fact, 800,000 people are hospitalized every year for this reason. When you slip and fall in icy conditions on someone else’s property, are they [...]
It’s officially back-to-school season, which means that school buses will be a daily affair again. While safety guidelines regarding sharing the road with buses are the same throughout the U.S., laws about stopping for school buses vary by state. As a Kansas City Personal Injury Law Firm, we feel it is important for drivers to [...]
If you’ve filed a personal injury claim as the result of an accident, there is a small chance that you’ll be questioned by the opposing attorney during the discovery process through a deposition. As your attorney, it’s my job to prepare you for the deposition. While most of your preparation will be done when we [...]
