Uncategorized Archives - Dickerson Oxton

June 21, 2026 | Uncategorized

Truck Accidents Caused by Driver Screening Failures

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the United States government will limit eligibility for “non-domiciled” commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) after March 16th, 2026. Earlier, the Department of Transportation referred to these truckers as “unqualified foreign drivers.” Many trucking accidents in Missouri are caused by unqualified truckers who may not understand road signs […]

March 30, 2026 | Uncategorized

Who Is Liable In Dog Bite Cases? Understanding Legal Responsibility

According to a 2025 report by the World Animal Foundation, dog bite cases are on the rise in the United States. The rate of dog-related fatalities is also increasing, and the canine is now the third-deadliest creature on the planet. Those who were recently involved in dog attacks already know how serious these situations can […]

March 18, 2026 | Uncategorized

What Drivers Should Do Following A Pedestrian Accident

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that a pedestrian was killed in a traffic accident as often as once every 72 minutes in 2023. This grim statistic does not even take into account the many non-fatal pedestrian accidents that occur each year. While Missouri drivers generally aim to avoid striking pedestrians, and certainly […]

March 15, 2026 | Uncategorized

Implanted Ports And Medical Device Litigation: When Treatment Causes Harm

Port-a-cath devices and other implanted ports are common tools in the medical profession that help deliver vital fluids and medicines to patients, but device failures could cause serious medical complications with lasting consequences. Beginning in 2023, several manufacturers of implanted ports found themselves with large class action lawsuits due to defective designs of their products, […]

March 11, 2026 | Uncategorized

The Legal Consequences Of Birth Injuries: Cerebral Palsy, Brachial Plexus, And More

When families welcome a new child into the world, they expect a joyful experience filled with hope and promise. Unfortunately, complications during labor and delivery can result in devastating birth injuries that affect a child for life. Dickerson Oxton understands the profound emotional and financial toll these injuries place on families. Our law firm represents […]