Recent Blog Posts
Steve Gorny Wins Volunteer Service Award
The Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys is proud to have a charitable arm referred to as Missouri Trial Lawyers Care or MO-TLC. This organization raises money each year at MATA’s annual convention. With the funds raised, MO-TLC is able to assist organizations such as Harvesters, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Coats for Kids, and similar… Read More »
Steve Gorny Inducted as MATA President
During its 60th Annual Convention on June 24, 2018, the Board of Governors of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys elected and inducted Steve Gorny as President of the organization. Steve will serve a one year term. This follows eight years on MATA’s executive committee, the last two of which he served as President… Read More »
Injured in a car accident and cannot work for weeks or months? Should you receive compensation from an insurance company?
Depending on what you do for a living, it can be very hard or even impossible to go back to work after a serious car accident. Many victims spend weeks or months recovering from the initial trauma and undergoing painful rehabilitation and physical therapy. While many white-collar jobs come with short and long-term disability… Read More »
Hold the Wheel – Not Your Cell Phone!
Cell phones have been commonplace for nearly two decades. They are often helpful. They keep us connected in our work and social lives. They are a gateway to the Internet. But, unfortunately, they also cost thousands of lives and countless injuries – because drivers pay attention to what is on their screen rather than… Read More »
If I’m hurt in a car accident, will the car insurance pay for all my medical bills?
In the aftermath of a car accident, especially when you or a loved one is hurt, bills are not the first thing on your mind. But when you get the hospital bill after the accident, whether it’s for a simple or serious condition, you shouldn’t be left holding the bag because of injuries in… Read More »
What To Do If You’re In a Car Accident
Whether it’s someone else’s fault or yours, getting into a car accident will be stressful. Beyond just physical injury, you may also experience psychological trauma and it may be hard to make quick decisions in the aftermath. However, there are a number of things you need to if you find yourself responding after an… Read More »
Winter Driving Safety Tips
Even if you are not travelling far, any winter drive can pose an increased risk when compared to summer driving. Dangerous weather can appear at any time, and if an accident happens when your car is disabled, it can lead to life-threatening situations. The Federal Highway Administration estimates that 22 percent of the more… Read More »
Tips for Maintaining Personal Safety During the Holiday Season
People everywhere look forward to the holiday season — especially retailers. As shoppers look for that perfect gift, retail outlets can make up to 30 percent of their total annual revenue, according to the National Retail Federation. Unfortunately, thieves also look forward to the holidays. Here are a few tips to keep your perfect… Read More »
5 Fall Driving Safety Tips
Though summer is commonly seen as the time when people travel most, fall and winter see people bundling into cars just as often. Gatherings with friends to avoid the winter chill, movie nights, offseason work conferences, holiday gatherings or even just the daily commute — there are myriad reasons people will risk the worsening… Read More »
The Bar Plan Foundation Charity Golf Tournament
The Gorny Law Firm is proud to be a sponsor of The Bar Plan Foundation Charity Golf Tournament for the Benefit of The Volunteer Attorney Project!