Springfield, MO Personal Injury Lawyers Aaron Sachs & Associates, P.C.

Here in southwest Missouri, we've been dealing with a rather dangerous bout of winter weather this week - and the forecast predicts more sleet, freezing rain and ice from tonight through tomorrow. Of course, it's best to stay home in this kind of

As Missouri personal injury lawyers, we know that our clients come to us with a number of questions about the settlements they may receive. In this post, we discuss the most common questions we hear and provide some useful info for auto accident

It's December, which means Christmas is right around the corner! Most of us are eagerly anticipating celebrations with friends and family, but for others, the holidays may not look so bright. Here at Aaron Sachs and Associates, we're proud to partner

Drunk drivers and distracted drivers are regularly in the news, but there's another form of impairment that causes a number of accidents statewide: drowsiness. Since next week (November 2-9) is Drowsy Driving Prevention week, our Missouri personal

When a loved one suffers from a traumatic brain injury, his or her life can be permanently changed, impacting not just the victims but their loved ones as well. Often, those afflicted with these injuries are forced to relearn basic tasks, as brain

Summer is nearly over, but high temperatures and heat advisories are still with us here in the Ozarks. Our Springfield personal injury lawyers want to remind you to take precautions to prevent heatstroke and hot car deaths in children - not just

Here at Aaron Sachs and Associates, we're proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Cherish Kids 5K/10K, which will be held this Saturday, August 16, at the James River Assembly South Campus in Ozark (at Highway 65 and CC). Our team will be there

No matter how carefully you drive, the odds are that you'll be involved in a car crash at some point during your lifetime. While you can't control other people on the road, you can take one simple, basic precaution to reduce your risk of serious

The Fourth of July holiday weekend is almost here, and our Missouri personal injury lawyers want to remind you about the importance of fireworks safety at this time of year. On average, 200 people are treated in emergency rooms nationwide during the

According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, excessive speed is a leading cause of auto accidents in Missouri: each year, drivers traveling well in excess of the posted speed limit are responsible for car accidents that result in serious injuries and

Summer is just about here, and many Missourians are already enjoying the numerous outdoor activities that are popular in our state. In this post, our personal injury lawyers share some information and safety tips related to all-terrain vehicles

Despite law enforcement initiatives, innovations in vehicle safety features, and campaigns designed to curb dangerous driving behaviors, fatal car accidents are disturbingly common. Consider these statistics: The National Safety Council (NSC)

Here at Aaron Sachs and Associates, we're proud to be participating in "Safe and Sound Saturday" on Saturday, March 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Springfield Expo Center in downtown Springfield. The event, hosted by KY3 and KSPR, provides a

Yesterday, ten people were killed in northern California when a FedEx truck veered across a grassy highway median and struck a bus filled with high school students en route to a college visit, causing an explosion. According to USA Today, the truck

As Missouri car accident lawyers, we know that traumatic brain injuries can have devastating, long-term consequences for crash victims and their loved ones. March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, so we'd like to take the opportunity to discuss some

The end of the school year will be here before we know it, and Missouri high school students are beginning to plan for big events like prom and graduation. It's a great time for parents to talk with their teen drivers about the dangers of driving

At Aaron Sachs and Associates, we work with car accident victims every single day, so we know that our clients often come to us with numerous questions and concerns. In this post, we discuss a few questions we commonly hear from injury victims. Q:

It's no secret that hand-held cell phone use is a common contributor to car accidents in Missouri and throughout the United States. As our personal injury lawyers know, numerous studies have indicated that cell phone use has a detrimental effect on a

Here in southern Missouri, we've already had our fair share of snow and ice this season - and winter isn't over just yet. In this post, our Springfield personal injury lawyers discuss the facts about car accidents and winter weather, and review a few

When a serious car accident happens, the force of the two vehicles' impact can cause life-threatening injuries to vehicle occupants. However, it's not just vehicular impact that can lead to traumatic injury: research indicates that objects within a

During the Missouri legislature's veto session on September 11, 2013, state lawmakers overrode 10 of Governor Nixon's vetoes, including Nixon's veto of House Bill 339. This new law places restrictions on personal injury lawsuits filed by uninsured

As Missouri personal injury lawyers, we know that train accidents are - thankfully - a rare occurrence, but when they do happen, the potential for serious, life-threatening injuries is extremely high. Within the past decade, officials from the

Here at Aaron Sachs and Associates, our Missouri personal injury lawyers were saddened to learn of a recent accident that claimed the lives of two teen siblings from our area. KY3 reports that 17 year-old Dara Hensley and her 15 year-old brother Noah

Many people celebrated this Fourth of July holiday by traveling to visit friends and families for barbeques and fireworks. Unfortunately, our Missouri personal injury lawyers know that holidays tend to come with an increased risk for car accidents,

ATVs and four-wheelers are popular recreational vehicles here in Missouri, especially during the summer months. However, our Springfield personal injury lawyers want to remind you that ATVs and four wheelers can create certain safety risks, and these

Here at Aaron Sachs and Associates, our personal injury lawyers frequently work with the victims of drunk driving accidents, so we know how devastating these crashes can be. To discourage impaired driving, we often blog about the many alternative

As Missouri personal injury lawyers, we know that distracted drivers pose a major threat to motorists on our state's roads. However, in recent years, distraction (particularly the use of headphones or earbuds) has proven to significantly increase

Spring is here, and our Springfield personal injury lawyers want to encourage area drivers to be mindful of motorcycle safety at this time of year, when motorcyclists are on the road in increased numbers. Because riders lack the protection of an

Here at Aaron Sachs and Associates, we're proud to be participating in "Safe and Sound Saturday" this Saturday, May 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Springfield Expo Center in downtown Springfield. The event, hosted by KY3 and KSPR, provides a

As Missouri personal injury lawyers, we know that semi-truck accidents often result in serious, life-threatening injuries. All too often, the victims of these devastating crashes are innocent motorists who were simply in the wrong place at the wrong

As Missouri personal injury lawyers, we know that car accidents involving teen drivers are all too common. Research indicates that teens have much higher crash rates than older drivers, even though they tend to spend less time behind the wheel. And

Spring is finally upon us, which means many Missourians will soon be enjoying the numerous outdoor activities that are popular in our state. In this post, our personal injury lawyers share some information and safety tips related to all-terrain

Warm weather is on the way, and our Missouri personal injury lawyers thought it might be a good time to remind motorists about the importance of sharing the road with motorcycles. A significant number of fatal motorcycle crashes are caused by some

A Missouri senator has proposed a new law that would increase the fine for motorists who don't buckle up. According to the Jefferson City News Tribune, Sen. Joe Keaveny's bill would raise the seat belt fine from $10 to $50. Sen. Keaveny hopes that

When it comes to serious car accidents, our Missouri personal injury lawyers know that teenagers and senior citizens are the two age groups most at risk. Lack of experience and driver distraction are common contributing factors in crashes involving

For the most part, Missouri has enjoyed an unseasonably warm winter this year, and as a result, many Missourians are taking advantage of the comfortable temperatures and participating in outdoor activities like bicycling. While drivers may not expect

What is a Missouri personal injury claim? A personal injury claim may be filed when someone suffers injury due to the negligence of another party. Such claims are often tied to car accidents, semi-truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian

According to a recent report from the Kansas City Star , Missouri car accident deaths increased by 4% in 2012, following a six year downward trend. Captain Tim Hull of the Missouri Highway Patrol told the Star that troopers have noted "a jump in

NBC News is reporting that 16 states are under winter storm warnings after a huge storm system moved into the Midwest. A foot of snow has fallen in Des Moines, Iowa, and over 150 flights have been cancelled at Chicago's O'Hare Airport. Meanwhile,

Collisions involving trains and pedestrians are a growing problem in Missouri - so much so that the St. Louis Post-Dispatch recently released a series of articles exploring the issue . Consider these accidents, which are only a few of the fatal

The families of two college freshmen who died in a wrong way crash last year have filed separate wrongful death lawsuits against the driver who struck their vehicle. According to the Daily Press in Hampton Roads, Virginia , the lawsuits target 34