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The family of Dennis Riegel, Jr. of Washington, Missouri was awarded $89 million dollars as a result of his death caused by a drunk driver. In February 2008, Mr. Riegel were driving on Highway 100 as they returned from registering for their wedding. Troy Zerna was driving on the same road at the same time. Mr. Zerna crossed the center line and hit Mr. Riegel and his fiance head-on.
Ms. Hodge, who survived the crash, described how the force of … Continue Reading >
Yesterday, the Missouri Supreme Court, determined that the Missouri Work Comp Second Injury Fund can pursue subrogation actions in the circuit courts of Missouri. The Supreme Court’s ruled that “the [second injury] fund’s common-law subrogation interest does not arise under the worker’s compensation act.”
What does this mean to you? There are several things you should know. If you were hurt at work because someone or something (other than your employer or fellow employees) hurt you, you might be able … Continue Reading >
The Journal of the American Academy of Neurology has linked various denture creams to excess amounts of zinc. Zinc poisoning can be deadly if not caught and treated quickly. Excess amounts of zinc can cause serious neurological side effects, including neuropathy. Neuropathy affects the hands and feet by causing weakness, numbness, tingling and even pain. Because zinc is an intestinal irritant, you may first experience vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea and nausea. You may also experience low blood pressure, urine retention, … Continue Reading >
