Protzman Law Firm
serves clients in the Kansas City area and throughout the country.
Bicycles are an increasingly common mode of transportation on roads. Still, many drivers make mistakes that can lead to accidents and injuries. Although some of the rules regarding safety near bikes are intuitive, there are several mistakes drivers often make that can...
You can define rollover accidents in Kansas and Missouri as anytime a car flips on its side or roof following an accident. While these accidents comprise only about 3% of all vehicle accidents, about 35% of all fatalities happen during them. Most likely in vehicles...
Kansas has some of the strictest alcohol restrictions in the country, and motorists who transport open containers of alcohol can face severe penalties even if they do not drink. Kansas also has a more rigid definition of what an open container is. In some parts of the...
Construction work on the roadways is a common sight throughout this country. The workers who do these jobs have specific protocols that help to keep them safe. They also count on drivers to do their part. One thing that drivers should remember is that safety is always...
Not loading cargo onto trucks properly can create a dangerous situation on the road. In Kansas, truck accidents caused by improper cargo loading are common. In addition, loading cargo improperly can result in a shift during transit, causing the truck to become...
Whether driving in the rain or the snow in the Kansas City metropolitan area, motorists should proceed with care. Inclement weather conditions may undermine the ability to drive safely. Those who do not make adjustments for hazardous road conditions could end up...
Because of their large size, semi-trucks have many more blind spots than smaller vehicles. The most dangerous and critical blind spots to keep in mind are the following: The front of the truck A semi-truck driver cannot see smaller vehicles within 20 feet in front of...
Distracted driving is a serious problem that can lead to accidents, injuries, and even deaths. It is important for Kansas motorists to be aware of the signs of a distracted driver so that they can take action to avoid them and protect themselves and others on the...
Commercial transportation accidents can have devastating consequences for both the individuals involved and the businesses and communities affected. However, there are steps that Kansas City businesses can take to prevent these types of accidents from occurring....
As the number of bicyclists on our roads continues to grow, so does the number of accidents. While many of these accidents are caused by careless drivers or cyclists, increasing numbers are linked to drug use. How are drugs connected to bicycle accidents? Drugs can...