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Kansas Highway Patrol Can No Longer Use “Kansas Two-Step”
Good news for out-of-town motorists: the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) can no longer use the “Kansas two-step” technique to question drivers and search their vehicles. According to The Associated Press (AP), U.S. District Judge Kathryn H. Vratil granted a permanent injunction against the practice. This means that motorists do not have to worry about secondary […]
Understanding Missouri’s Hands-Free Law
In an effort to reduce the number of car accidents caused by distracted driving, the Missouri General Assembly passed new laws that make the use of mobile electronic devices illegal. The law went into effect on August 28, 2023. However, a transition period is being used so that offenders will receive warnings in 2024 and […]
Home Office Safety Week: Avoiding Work-From-Home Injuries
Home Office Safety Week takes place during the second week of January. With more and more people working from home since the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more work-from-home injuries have taken place. Thankfully, these injuries are highly avoidable through proper safety measures. The personal injury lawyers at Patterson Legal Group want to support Home Office […]
5 Ways Snow Can Cause Car Crashes
Although December has been relatively warm throughout most of Kansas and Missouri, temperatures are expected to drop sharply in the near future. Additionally, the El Niño weather system adds the potential for a larger-than-normal amount of snowfall this winter. This means that there will likely be more snow car accidents and other weather-related crashes. To […]
How to Avoid Holiday Light Electrocution Injuries
The holiday season is a joyous time for celebrating with friends and family. One of the highlights of the season for many is decorating for the festivities. With that comes the risk of holiday light electrocution injuries. When decorating for the holiday season, it is important to do so safely to avoid electric shock, burn […]
4 Reasons Why Drowsy Driving Is So Deadly
Falling asleep at the wheel is a danger that most drivers are familiar with. However, many motorists are unaware of how perilous drowsy driving and fatigued driving can be. If you’re mentally and physically fatigued then your chances of getting into a car accident and suffering a catastrophic injury are greatly increased. In this blog, […]
How to Avoid Three Common Black Friday Injuries
Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, with thousands of shoppers flocking to stores to get the best deals. The day only seems to grow in popularity every year. With The National Retail Federation (NRF) predicting that holiday shopping will increase this year by over 4% from 2022, Black Friday will be […]
5 Kansas Fall Festival Injuries and How to Avoid Them
For many Kansas residents and visitors, autumn is the best time of year in the Sunflower State. The changing leaves make for beautiful scenery and temperatures have cooled, but are still ideal for outdoor activities. From arts and crafts events to group hikes to outdoor concerts, there are so many wonderful fall activities in Kansas. […]
5 Reasons for End of Daylight Saving Time Accidents
Daylight saving time ends on November 5, 2023 at 2:00 a.m. Although more accidents tend to happen at the start of daylight saving time (DST) than the end, the return to standard time poses specific dangers that can lead to a number of accidents. To help you and your family avoid these accidents, the personal […]
Will My Insurance Pay for a Car Accident Involving Deer?
Deer season in Kansas typically begins in September and runs through the rest of the year. During this time, you will likely see more wildlife activity while driving. Unfortunately, the increased wildlife activity leads to an increased number of car wrecks involving deer. With deer-vehicle collisions most common in Fall, many people wonder if their […]
