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Andrew Protzman
Are you safer on the road or the interstate?
Read more: Are you safer on the road or the interstate?Where do you feel safest driving? Most people will say that a typical city street or a country road is where they feel the most secure. They do not choose the interstate highway system, especially when they’re young. Many young drivers are intimidated by the highway because it is designed so much differently and everything…
Is a wrongful death lawsuit possible if the state doesn’t file criminal charges?
Read more: Is a wrongful death lawsuit possible if the state doesn’t file criminal charges?It is natural for those affected by a sudden tragedy to want closure and justice. The Kansas courts can sometimes provide opportunities to achieve these ends for surviving loved ones. In some cases, state prosecutors recognize that criminal choices led to someone’s untimely death. State prosecutors can bring charges against someone who is responsible for…
3 times when the risk of a crash is higher than usual
Read more: 3 times when the risk of a crash is higher than usualThe possibility of a motor vehicle collision is a constant safety concern. Crashes can occur at any time and in locations that people feel are safe. Parking lots, where driveways meet streets and even sleepy residential roads can be the settings of severe collisions. Crashes can occur when someone heads home from work on a…
What is a wide-turn truck accident?
Read more: What is a wide-turn truck accident?Wide-turn truck accidents pose a significant risk to drivers and pedestrians alike. These accidents typically occur when large trucks attempt to make a right turn, and the path they take is wider than anticipated. This can result in collisions with vehicles traveling beside or attempting to pass the turning truck. The consequences of such accidents…
Does your vehicle lack this simple but important safety feature?
Read more: Does your vehicle lack this simple but important safety feature?Safety features often play a major role in someone’s decision about what vehicle to purchase. Particularly when people have children in their care, they want to invest in vehicles that will keep passengers as safe as possible. People frequently focus on features such as side-impact airbags and external view cameras. They may overlook another, very…
How passengers are a hidden danger in your car
Read more: How passengers are a hidden danger in your carHaving someone in the car with you is nice. However, there is a good chance they will want to talk at some point. Unfortunately, having a conversation can take your mind and attention away from the road and lead to a serious accident. Unlike hands-free calls or listening to the radio, a passenger’s physical presence can prompt…
When are drunk driving crashes most likely to occur?
Read more: When are drunk driving crashes most likely to occur?Drunk driving collisions are tragic in part because they are entirely preventable. If motorists would stay off the road after drinking, people wouldn’t have to worry about those with impaired abilities causing wrecks. Every driver has encountered educational information about impaired driving while taking classes to get their license, and there are many public awareness…
When mechanical failures happen on the road, who is liable?
Read more: When mechanical failures happen on the road, who is liable?On Behalf of Protzman Law Firm | Jul 20, 2023 | Car Accidents The vast majority of car accidents happen due to nothing more complicated than simple human error. A nearby driver can get distracted, mistake their gas pedal for the brake or just make a poor decision in heavy traffic – and the next…
Protzman Law joins IR as the exclusive Commercial Litigation member in Missouri
Read more: Protzman Law joins IR as the exclusive Commercial Litigation member in MissouriIR Global, the world’s largest exclusive network of advisory firms is delighted to introduce that Andrew Protzman has joined IR as our exclusive Commercial Litigation member in Missouri Mr. Protzman’s practice areas include automotive and heavy equipment product liability, other product liability matters and general personal injury and commercial litigation. He is admitted to practice in…