With Missouri now allowing recreational marijuana use, Kansas City police are adjusting—especially when it comes to their K9 units. But while some drug-sniffing dogs are heading into retirement, one thing remains the same: driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal, and it can have serious consequences, especially if you're the victim of a crash. [...]
Your Case's Secret Weapon: Expert Witnesses, the Avengers of Personal Injury and Civil Cases Let’s face it: when it comes to personal injury and civil cases, the average person isn’t exactly well-versed in things like “standard of care” or “causation.” That’s where expert witnesses come in—those highly trained professionals who know the ins and outs [...]
The Time is Ticking on Your Case: Why Delaying Can Hurt You At The Pottenger Law Firm, we know how overwhelming it can feel after a personal injury. Whether it's a car accident, a workplace injury, or a slip and fall, your focus is often on healing, managing bills, and getting back to normal. [...]
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 [...]
When it comes to personal injury cases, understanding the ins and outs of damages awarded can significantly impact the outcome depending on your state. Each state has differing laws governing how damages are assessed and awarded, which can influence the strategies your attorney employs and the compensation the victim receives. This post highlights the key [...]
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 [...]
Summer is finally on the horizon, and people everywhere are getting ready for fun-filled summer vacations. Keep your summer road trip free of personal injuries by following the tips in our road trip guide so you can focus on what’s most important - having fun! Let’s get started, shall we? Before You Go That’s right [...]
Everyone knows that distracted driving is dangerous, and yet the 2023 Travelers Risk index found that 34% of drivers have barely avoided collisions due to their distracted driving habits. In fact, roughly 3,000 people die annually because of distracted driving crashes. That’s about nine people every day. Why do people continue to drive with distractions [...]
On November 8th of 2022, citizens of Missouri voted to “yes” on Amendment 3. What does this mean? It means that beginning on December 8th, Missouri will start transitioning its medical marijuana licenses to recreational licenses. The process of transitioning takes time, but people of Missouri over the age of 21 may be able to [...]
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 [...]
