Personal Injury Blog

Stephen Schultz | June 5, 2025 | Personal Injury

If you’ve had to file an insurance claim with State Farm, you’re probably impatient to receive a payout. You may be wondering, “How long does State Farm take to settle a personal injury claim ?” Unfortunately, there’s no easy answer, and there are several factors that influence your claim timeline. Here’s a closer look. How… read more

Stephen Schultz | June 2, 2025 | Car Accidents

Law enforcement in St. Louis and across Missouri use DUI checkpoints, or sobriety checkpoints, to deter and detect impaired driving. The goal is to enhance public safety, but drivers must also think about important legal considerations.  Are St. Louis DUI Checkpoints Legal? DUI checkpoints are legal and have been upheld in courts as a valid… read more

Stephen Schultz | May 29, 2025 | Settlements

In Missouri, dog bite settlements can vary widely, from a few thousand dollars to several hundred thousand, depending on the unique details of each case. Factors like the severity of the injury, medical costs, and liability play a major role in determining compensation.  Key Factors That Impact the Average Dog Bite Settlement Amount in Missouri… read more

Stephen Schultz | May 13, 2025 | Brain Injuries

The brain stem doesn’t get the same attention as the brain itself or the spinal cord, but it’s just as important to the body’s ability to function. Damage to the brain stem can cause serious and even deadly complications because the brain stem controls both basic survival and body regulation. What Does the Brain Stem… read more

Stephen Schultz | May 2, 2025 | Car Accidents

When choosing between traditional taxis and Uber in St. Louis, safety is often what riders care about most. Both options have advantages and disadvantages when it comes to keeping passengers safe. Knowing these differences helps you pick the best ride for your needs. The Rise of Ridesharing in Missouri Uber has changed how people get… read more

Stephen Schultz | April 28, 2025 | Car Accidents

Can you have one drink and drive? The answer to that question is not as straightforward as you might imagine. There is more than one way to commit DUI by driving after only one drink, for example.  Even if you are not legally drunk, you might still have an accident because of one drink. A… read more

Stephen Schultz | April 23, 2025 | Personal Injury

Hemiplegia causes paralysis on one side of the body. This condition often stems from traumatic injuries caused by car accidents or other personal injury cases, and can severely affect your ability to move or function.  Causes, symptoms, diagnostic tools, and available treatments all influence your recovery path and legal options after an accident. This is… read more

Stephen Schultz | April 21, 2025 | Missouri Law

There is nothing quite like the feeling of riding a motorcycle down the highway, especially on a nice sunny day. Maybe the thought of this feeling has made you decide to go buy yourself a motorcycle. Before you strap on your motorcycle helmet and hit the road, you should know that motorcycle riders are required… read more

Stephen Schultz | April 8, 2025 | Personal Injury

Injury victims want to know how much they can expect from a personal injury settlement. Since the injuries, consequences, and level of negligence involved in every accident are different, it is difficult to provide an “average” settlement amount. However, victims have the right to know what factors influence their settlement and understand how their lawyer… read more

Stephen Schultz | April 1, 2025 | Personal Injury

If you’ve been involved in an accident, you may already know that adrenalin can mask pain. When the brain senses a threat, it quickly engages in the “fight, flight, or freeze” response that is meant to help you stay safe in a dangerous situation. The release of a chemical known as epinephrine (adrenaline) prepares you… read more