Recent Blog Posts in 2009

The accident occurred on I-270 when the plaintiff had stopped due to traffic. Failing to stop his truck in time, the defendant struck the vehicle directly behind the plaintiff with enough force to push the plaintiff's car forward into another truck.

In the 4-count suit seeking over $200,000 in damages, the plaintiff alleges that the driver of the truck was negligent by driving too fast and failing to stop to avoid an accident.  

The force of the impact resulted in serious injury to the plaintiff, whereby she experienced pain and suffering and incurred medical costs.

Auto accidents are dangerous enough, but the damages can be even more significant when larger vehicles like trucks and semis are involved.  It is important you know your options for compensation, so do not hesitate to contact a lawyer.  If you were injured in an accident involving a tractor-trailer or semi-truck, call the offices of Page Cagle in St. Louis today and speak with a Truck Accident Attorney to schedule a free consultation. 

The accident occurred Dec 24 when the victim had been involved in a car accident.  He then got out of his car to check on the other drivers when a pickup truck also lost control of his vehicle and hit him. The man was taken to a local hospital, but sadly died later that day.  

No one else involved in the accidents was seriously injured, and no charges have been filed as of yet.  However, the family of the man killed could have a legal claim against the pickup truck driver for wrongful death if the driver is found to have been negligent.  If you were injured in a car accident or lost a loved one because of the negligent or reckless driving of someone else, you may have a legal claim for compensation.  Call the offices of Page Cagle in St. Louis today to speak with a skilled Auto Accident Attorney and schedule a free consultation.

According to the reports, authorities charged the driver with negligent driving, failure to stop at a red light and failure to obey a traffic device.  

When the accident occurred, the other driver was attempting to make a left turn just two miles from his home when the UPS driver struck his vehicle.  The victim died at the scene, and his 9-year-old daughter was seriously injured.

The May 11 accident occurred when the victim was attempting to walk across the street at a stop sign intersection.  She walked in front of a pickup truck who was stopped at the stop sign, but the driver did not see her and continued to make a right turn.

The driver claimed he had let several cars pass before he pulled out, but did so right when the pedestrian was in front of his vehicle. The driver was not charged, but his insurance carrier settled with the family in the civil proceedings.

Injured in an auto accident?  If so, do not hesitate to contact an Auto Accident Attorney right away to find out what your options are for compensation.  Call the premier personal injury firm Page Cagle in St. Louis today for a free consultation.

At the time of the accident, the police officer was attempting to make a U-turn onto a highway and struck the motorcycle, killing the victim.  The police officer suffered only minor injuries.

Although authorities found no criminal wrongdoing on behalf of the officer, the state Department of Public Safety issued him a ticket for an unsafe turn.  The lawsuit used this as a basis for showing the officer was negligent and therefore, the city was also responsible for the officer's actions since he is an agent of the city.

If you were injured in an auto accident, it is important that you know your options when it comes to filing a claim for damages.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, we have a team of premier Personal Injury Attorneys who are available 24/7 for a free initial consultation.  Contact us today.

According to the suit, the brothers alleged that one of the defendants was driving a tractor trailer and rear-ended the victim, pushing his vehicle under the rear of another semi-trailer.  Everyone in the vehicle was killed.

At the time of the accident, a dust storm had made visibility more difficult, and the suit alleges that tractor trailers should have been off the road that morning due to repeated broadcasts of the storm warnings and cautions of reduced visibility. Thus, the brothers believe the defendants'  negligent and unlawful conduct is responsible for their family members' deaths.

Were you or a family member injured in an accident involving a truck or big rig?  If so, contact one of our experienced Truck Accident Attorneys at Page Cagle in St. Louis for a free consultation.

When the deceased was admitted to the nursing home, she had stage two bedsores after a week-long stay at a local hospital.  The suit alleges that the staff failed to screen her upon arrival, develop a plan to treat the sores, and alert her physician about the sores.  Consequently,  she developed sepsis and died less than a month after her admission to the nursing home.

If your loved one has received poor or negligent care in a nursing home that resulted in injury or death, then it is very important you speak to a knowledgeable personal injury attorney to discuss your options.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, our experienced staff of personal injury attorneys are available 24/7 for a free consultation, so contact us today.

Initially, the drunk driver left the scene of the accident but returned a short time later, admitting to police that he had been drinking and voluntarily took a breathalyzer test.  The sample yielded a BAC level nearly twice the legal limit.  

The driver is currently being investigated for four felony charges, including vehicular homicide. A judge set his bail at $1 million.  It is likely he could face both criminal and civil proceedings for his role in the accident.

Driving drunk is one of the worst things a person can do when they get behind the wheel as he not only risk his life, but the lives of others on the road.  The families affected by this accident very likely have a claim against the driver for the loss of their loved ones.  If you, too, were injured in a car accident involving a drunk driver, call our offices at Page Cagle in St. Louis today to speak with a skilled Drunk Driver Accident Attorney.  Our personal injury team has the expertise to successfully litigate your claim and get you the compensation you deserve.

This month, a wrongful death suit was filed seeking $5 million from the company that owned the truck. The suit alleged that the trucker was negligent and lost control of his truck possibly due to  fatigue or because he was texting at the time of the accident.  

The plaintiff is the mother of one of the worker's young daughter, and her attorney is seeking a jury trial.

Injured in an accident? Was the other driver at fault?  If so, contact a Car Accident Attorney at Page Cagle in St. Louis today for a free consultation.

The accident occurred on I-57 in Northern Illinois near Chicago when a semi-truck failed to observe a traffic stop, causing an eight-vehicle collision that killed one person an injured two others.  Although no specific cause is known at this time, authorities believe the trucker may have been experiencing driver fatigue that affected his ability to pay attention.

If the accident does prove to have been the trucker's fault, both he and his employer could be liable to the families affected by this accident in civil litigation.

Traffic accidents involving trucks and other larger vehicles can have devastating results when the driver was negligent or reckless on the road. After getting in an accident, it is important to contact a Truck Accident Attorney immediately to learn your options for compensation.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, our premier personal injury attorneys are available now for a free consultation, so call us today.

At the time of the accident, the big rig was parked on the side of the highway, and initial reports indicate the SUV did not brake before hitting the truck as there were no skid marks.  The crash resulted in a blazing inferno, and the three people in the SUV were trapped and killed inside their vehicle.

The truck driver sustained only minor injures, and no charges have been filed.

If you or a loved one was injured in a traffic accident involving a semi-truck, call the offices of Page Cagle in St. Louis today to speak with one of our premier Truck Accident Attorneys today and schedule a free consultation.

This month, the couple filed suit against the crib manufacturer for negligence and product liability, alleging that the crib was defective and did not include a warning of potential suffocation.  

The lawsuit claims that the defendant's conduct was the direct and proximate causes of the baby's death, and as a result, he suffered conscious pain and suffering when he died from suffocation. Additionally, the couple suffered the wrongful death of their child.  

Damages sought include funeral expenses, loss of care, comfort and companionship, pain and suffering, medical expenses, and more.

Just weeks ago, the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a voluntary recall of more than two million cribs made by this manufacturer after a total of four infant deaths occurred from the defective drop-side design.  In response, the crib manufacturer has offered a free kit for parents to convert the cribs and eliminate the safety hazard. 

If your family was affected by a defective product, do not hesitate to contact an experienced Product Liability Attorney.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, we will fight aggressively for your claim in order to get you the compensation you deserve.  Call us today for a free consultation.

After the man's SUV went off the road, he lost control and swerved into the path of the pickup he was attempting to pass.  The two cars collided, and the SUV continued across the highway and hit a ditch, causing the SUV to flip several times.

The complaint alleges that the park failed to have enough life guards on duty the day of the accident, which was a violation the state had previously disciplined the company for in the past.   According to the reports from police, emergency personnel and the park, the mother lost sight of the boy from her chair next to the pool and went to look for him.  Unfortunately, lifeguards had already found the boy drowned in the water.

The plaintiffs in the suit firmly believe that more lifeguards would have prevented the accident, especially when considering that there were only 67 lifeguards responsible for the 250,000 square foot area, with only 5 watching the outdoor areas.  Since 2005, the park has received four safety violations, most relating to the lack of lifeguards present at rides and attractions.  Thus, the park had no excuse for the lack of guards the day of the accident. 

If you were injured because of another's negligence or intentional act, you likely have a right to file a claim for legal compensation for any medical bills, lost wages, etc.  Because each state defines a time limit for filing claims, it is important you do not hesitate to talk to a Personal Injury Attorney.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, our premier attorneys have expertise in a variety of areas, and we are available 24/7 for a free consultation.  Call us today!

The suit names the United States because the St. Louis hospital operation a program in conjunction with a Southern Illinois air force base.  The plaintiff's allege that doctors at the hospital failed to diagnose and treat the abscess in time to save the victim's life.  

The jury in the original trial found in favor of the plaintiffs, awarding them $8.2 million, which included compensation for medical bills, funeral expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and $7 million for loss of consortium.

Both defendants appealed, and the 7th Circuit Court upheld the finding of liability but vacated the award for loss of consortium, sending the case back to the federal court with suggestions on how to calculate damages.  However, due to the family's dependence on the victim and the uniqueness of the case, the Judge said the amount decided on by the jury was not inappropriate, and he affirmed the amount of the award.

If you lost a loved one because of someone's negligence or intentional act, it is important that you know you don't have to face those who were responsible alone.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, our Wrongful Death Attorneys have the skill and knowledge to aggressively litigate your claim and get you the compensation you and your family deserve.  Call us today for a free consultation.

According to newspaper articles, while on the way to school, the little girl was asleep in the back of her mother's Camaro with her brother.  Suddenly, the truck collided with another vehicle in the oncoming lane, causing it to spin into the driver side of the Camaro and strike the vehicle precisely where the young girl rested her head.

The victim's mother said she saw the truck drive away as she attempted to help her daughter, but among the chaos of the wreck, did not get a good enough look to identify it. 

Police investigators believe the gravel truck had attempted to swing out in front of the Mercedes from an outside lane, and the rear of the truck clipped the front of the Mercedes, which then caused it to hit the Camaro. As a result of the impact, the victim suffered a skull fracture and died at the hospital with her parents by her side.

If you sustained injuries in a car accident, it is important to contact a Car Accident Attorney right away to discover your options for compensation and legal action.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, we have the experience to handle your claim, and are available 24/7 to answer any questions you have in a free consultation.  Call us today, and find out what we can do for you.

The Police made it clear that neither alcohol nor drugs were a factor, but it was clear that the male driver was driving too fast for the winding, rural road and lost control, skidding into a water-filled ditch and overturning into a tree.  The impact of the car striking the tree killed the two teens in the front of the car.

A third passenger, another 17 year old male, suffered head injuries and was airlifted to a hospital in Albany.  Fortunately, he was released the next day.

Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death among teens in the country and are often caused by a variety of factors.  When injured in a car accident that was the result of another driver's negligence or recklessness, it is important to talk with a skilledCar Accident Attorney as soon as possible in order to ensure you are compensated for your injuries.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, our premier Personal Injury Attorneys have the experience and know-how to successfully litigate your claim.  Contact us today for a free initial consultation.

According to the suit, the victim was hospitalized and classified as a fall risk, which prompted staff to attach a close call clip to her gown that would have notified them if she tried to leave her bed.  However, the claim alleges the staff failed to attach this device properly, to properly inspect the bed alarm, and to enforce proper safety measures for this patient.  As a result, the victim tried to get out of bed and fell, suffering injuries that led to her death one week later.

According to the FDA, falling risks are extremely high with regard to hospital beds, which is why many hospitals use devices like the one mentioned in this suit.  However, by failing to attach these devices properly, nurses and other staff members can actually add to the danger of a patient receiving serious injuries from a fall.  If you or a loved one was injured during a hospital stay because of the actions or failures of hospital staff, you may have a claim for compensation and should speak with an experienced Personal Injury Attorney right away.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, our premier personal injury attorneys are available 24/7 for a free initial consultation, so call today to begin discussing your options.

According to Police reports, the driver of the semi truck lost control and spun into oncoming traffic, striking the pickup truck.  The trucker was not injured.

The two teens in the pickup truck were both basketball players at a local high school, and the accident has shocked the small town and demonstrated the destructive power of tractor trailer accidents.  Both of the teens were wearing seat belts, but the force of the tractor trailer left little chance for the boys to avoid injury.  

As of yet, no charges have been filed against the trucker, but he may face a civil suit from the teens' parents for medical bills and possibly a wrongful death suit.  If you were injured in an accident involving a tractor trailer, visit our website and learn about what a Truck Accident Attorney at Page Cagle in St. Louis can do for you.  Call us today for a free consultation.

Police investigation has not revealed the cause behind the grate collapse at of yet, but initial reports indicate that the pedestrian was walking on a downtown side walk when a grate gave way, causing him to plummet 15 feet below the street.  He was trapped there for 30 minutes, and after the rescue, EMS transported him to a local Shock Trauma Center for medical care.

According to reports, the grate was more than 30 years old and its maintenance was the responsibility of the building owner at that address. Because of the permit contracts, however, Baltimore City is not liable for personal injury resulting from street grates.  

In this situation, the building owner could be legally responsible for injuries sustained on his property.  If you were injured in an accident on person's property, either public or private, it is important you contact a Premises Liability Attorney to see whether you have a claim for compensation.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, we have a team of highly skilled personal injury attorneys available 24/7 for a free consultation.  Call us today.

According to Police, the driver was attempting to pass on the right while three cars were stopped for a red light at an intersection. After passing, the driver veered left and struck a Honda Civic that was turning left.  This caused the driver's Mercedes to crash into two other vehicles both traveling in the opposite direction.  With the initial impact, the Honda Civic ended up crossing four lanes of traffic before hitting a parked car and an office building.

All drivers were transported to a local hospital, but the driver responsible for the accident was helicoptered to Ohio State Medical Center.  He was listed in fair condition.  

Police are still investigating why he ran the red light, but he could be found liable for any injuries sustained as a result of his driving.  If you were involved in an accident where the other driver was either reckless or negligent, you may have a legal claim for compensation.  Due to the complexity of filing a claim, it is important to contact a knowledgeable Car Accident Attorney to learn what options are available to you.  At Page Cagle in St. Louis, we have a skilled team of personal injury attorneys available now for a free consultation.  Call us today.

The driver has already been convicted of negligent homicide for the December 2008 accident.  The plaintiff is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages from the defendants.  The driver's parents are named due to the fact that they allowed their daughter to drive their car.

Prosecutors in the criminal trial claimed that the defendant was drunk and driving at a high rate of speed when she collided head on into the victim's car.  Police took the defendant's BAC level a hour and a half after the crash, and she registered at 0.157, nearly twice the state legal limit.

If you or a loved one was involved in an alcohol-related crash, do not hesitate to seek counsel from an experience Drunk Driver Accident Attorney.  At Page Cagle, our premier personal injury attorneys are available now for a free consultation.  Call us today.

The tragic evening started with the defendant drinking cognac at a birthday party before loading up the children, including her own two children, in her station wagon for a sleepover. The father of her son, who was only 14 months, tried to stop her from driving and ended up pulling the boy from the vehicle.

When the defendant lost control of her vehicle, she was driving nearly 20 miles per hour over the speed limit.  Five of the children were not wearing seat belts, and three of the children were in the back of the station wagon where there weren't any seats.  

The young girl who died was one of the three girls in the back, who were all ejected onto the shoulder of the highway when the car crashed.  One other girl remains in the hospital with serious injuries.  

The victim's father said the maximum punishment for the defendant's crimes is not enough, and he blames the other parents at the party for allowing her to drive.

Although the driver is not expected to be arraigned until mid-November, she will likely face civil actions from the parents of the girl killed in the accident, and the other children who were injured.  If you were injured or lost a loved one because of another driver was reckless or even negligent, you may have a claim for legal compensation for medical bills, lost wages and more.  Contact our offices at Page Cagle in St. Louis and schedule a free consultation with a Car Accident Attorney today to start your case.

The victim was driving his car with one other passenger when he collided with a van.  Both he and the passenger were treated at a local hospital with life threatening injuries.  The victim died at the hospital a week later.

Details of the cause of the accident have not been released, but after investigating the accident, Police discovered the driver of the van was driving on a revoked license.  He was uninjured in the crash.

Car accidents are among the leading causes of death and injury in the U.S., and it is important to know your legal options if you were the victim of another driver's carelessness or reckless driving.  At Page Cagle, our knowledgeable Car Accident Attorneys will fight aggressively for your claim.  Call us today to schedule a free initial consultation.

The plaintiffs allege that the city police officers and county deputies violated official pursuit policies when chasing the drunk driver. Furthermore, the suit claims the two law enforcement agencies lied to the public, stating that the sheriff deputy called off the pursuit several blocks before the fatal collision in order to avoid liability.

If you were injured in an accident involving a drunk driver, contact one of our Drunk Driver Accident Attorneys at Page Cagle in St. Louis today for a free consultation.