Archive for March, 2012

Biking: Fun or Fatal?

Monday, March 19th, 2012

Today, we live in a world that we are literally constantly on the go. We wake up every morning and instantly have a million things that we have to do whether it is going to work or school, taking children from place to place, or simply going and picking up the mail or groceries. Finally, after all the tasks are done we are able to sit back and relax, but not for too long considering we have to repeat the process at least five days a week. However, we do find time to enjoy leisurely activities that not only promote a healthy lifestyle, but also keep us from imploding on the inside from stress.

Biking is an activity that many Americans participate within whether it is to work out, or as an alternative method of transportation. In major cities, most individuals do not own vehicles, but bicycles in order to beat the traffic of the streets, and the crowds within the subway. However, many bicyclists are now getting more than they bargained as a result of erratic, and reckless driving.

Biking accidents are at an all time high and are constantly leaving individuals not only with serious and debilitating injuries, but dead most of the time. One would automatically assume that these incidents occur thanks to drivers under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. Yet, most cases can be seen that the driver was not drunk or under the influence of drugs, but was simply careless and was either not watching the road, or was busy on their cellphone while driving.

Many states do not have laws that protect bicyclists on and off roadways, which means that most cases are just assumed as something less serious that do not deal properly with the matters at hand. However, hopefully as we look to the future we can assume that lawmakers will begin to take everyone into consideration on the roadways when making laws active whether you are a driver of a vehicle, a bicyclists, or even just a pedestrian.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed while riding a bicycle you are entitled to damages for your injuries and suffering. Make sure to have an experienced, and committed attorney at your side every step of the way.

We listen to our clients and follow through on our commitments. We will give you the quality service and personal attention that you deserve. From our offices in Kansas City, we help clients from throughout the region, including St. Joseph, Independence, Lees Summit, Columbia, Warrensburg, Overland Park, Olathe, Atchison, Lawrence, Topeka, and many more Kansas and Missouri communities. For primary startup and general information our offices are located at 1718 WALNUT, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64108, or we can be reached locally through phone at (816) 472-HOPE (4673), fax at (816) 472-5464, or our TOLL FREE number at (877) 535-1163.

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Lipstick or Lethal?

Monday, March 12th, 2012

Turn on our television just for a few minutes and watch the commercials that come on. Now, count how many times you saw something that was advertising a beauty product of some sort whether it was shampoo, makeup, nail polish, or even just toothpaste. Today, vanity and beauty is not only an aspect of the American culture, but it is the American culture we know and live in today. Magazines, television programs, department stores and commercials all portray what you need in order to make yourself look better, beautiful, and according to them “happier”. However, do you really know what you’re buying every time you pick up a beauty product at the cosmetic’s counter?

The next time you go and buy your favorite lipstick whether it’s CoverGirl, Revlon, Maybelline, or L’Oreal take a look at the back of the package or do a little research. In the end, you will be shocked to know what lipstick is not only made out of, but what is actually within it.

Lead poisoning is usually associated with paint, or maybe being cut by a rusty piece of metal. However, with just enough exposure you can easily see leading poisoning occurring when simply using lipstick. PPM stands for parts per million, which is the amount of lead that is in a tube of lipstick. Some states, like California, have a limit on the PPM of a lipstick or other products, which is set at 5ppm. However, lipsticks have been easily seen that contain a PPM of 7.0 and above.

Although the FDA states that the PPM should not have any devastating effects on an individual or the general public many states are still setting the bar to where the safety of it’s citizens lie with that of cosmetics. Today, there are no set standards as to how much lead is used in products such as lipstick so no set number is associated with that of lipstick.

When you or a loved one has suffered from serious health problems as a result from using cosmetic products such as lipstick you need an attorney that cannot only get you the results you need, but one you can rely on to help you every step of the way.

We listen to our clients and follow through on our commitments. We will give you the quality service and personal attention that you deserve. From our offices in Kansas City, we help clients from throughout the region, including St. Joseph, Independence, Lees Summit, Columbia, Warrensburg, Overland Park, Olathe, Atchison, Lawrence, Topeka, and many more Kansas and Missouri communities. For primary startup and general information our offices are located at 1718 WALNUT, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64108, or we can be reached locally through phone at (816) 472-HOPE (4673), fax at (816) 472-5464, or our TOLL FREE number at (877) 535-1163.

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