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What Can I Do if My Homeowners Claim Was Denied?

As a homeowner, you trust that your insurance company will be there to help you when you need it the most. However, what happens if you file a claim, and it is denied? It can be frustrating and confusing to face a situation like this.
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Shoplifting Charges in Missouri

Facing shoplifting charges in the state of Missouri can be overwhelming, both emotionally and financially. Potential jail time, fines, court costs, and lawyer fees can pile up, leading to high levels of stress and exhaustion.
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Can a Domestic Violence Victim Drop the Charges?

Domestic violence accusations and charges represent severe threats to the defendant's freedom, reputation, and future. Naturally, this leads many individuals accused of domestic assault to seek out methods to reduce or eliminate their charges.
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Consequences of a Domestic Violence Charge

You have been charged with domestic violence. You may think you will just plead guilty and tell the judge you will never do it again. Maybe you will attempt to justify the actions you are accused of.
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Drug Overdose Cases

Years ago, deaths caused by drug overdoses were treated as accidental deaths or deaths by misadventure. However, this isn't the case anymore. In the state of Missouri, a dealer, doctor, or distribution company could face homicide charges in connection with a drug overdose that takes another person's life.
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Fentanyl Dangers Particular to Federal Cases

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) began warning in 2021 of an alarming rise in the sale of counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl, which is a synthetic opioid 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. On top of that, the pandemic also led to an increase in opioid use, including fentanyl, and overdose deaths are now reaching nearly 100,000 annually.
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What You Need to Know About Drug DUIs

Missouri has always been tough on drunk driving. Now that medicinal marijuana has become legal in the state, people may be wondering how DUI laws will affect them. But what about other types of legally prescribed drugs? The truth is, you could still receive a DUID (driving under the influence of drugs) even if you’ve only taken drugs prescribed by your doctor.
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Driving High: What Happens If I Get A Marijuana DWI/DUI?

Most people are aware of the dangers of drinking and driving, but operating a vehicle under the influence of marijuana—or any substance—is unsafe and can bring with it serious consequences in Missouri. Even though marijuana isn’t legal recreationally in the state, many people are still allowed to possess and use it medicinally.
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