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Woman Gets Prison in 2001 Dog Attack

This week, a San Francisco woman was sentenced to 15 years in prison after her dog mauled her neighbor to death. At least one of the woman's aggressive dogs attacked a 33-year old college Lacrosse coach, killing the woman with more than 70 bites to her body. (Read more in the San Francisco Chronicle)

Over the weekend, a Florida police dog bit a man mistaken for a suspect in a case. The man was later arrested on weapon and drug charges, according to The Ledger in Lakeland, Fla. Earlier this month, The Chicago Tribune reported that five children were bitten on a school playground by a dog without tags.

Dog attacks can be horrific. What do you do if you or a family member is bitten? What if your dog bites someone? Find out with host Angela Wilson what you should know about Missouri law in this Law in Your Life podcast with attorney Keith Cutler.

Law in Your Life #43: Military Legal Issues

Military families face tough legal issues when a soldier leaves on a tour of duty. What issues can the military help them with? When should they hire a private attorney to meet their needs. This week, The Missouri Bar's Military Law Committee Chair, Terry Jarrett, discusses these important issues with Law in Your Life host Angela Wilson. Issues include child custody, divorce, talking with your landlord and more. (Internet Explorer users click twice.)

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Construction Worker Dies at Building Site

A 12-year construction veteran died while working on the roof of a modular home. The accident happened last week at the Fuqua plant in Boonville.

If you or a relative is injured on the job, what do you do? What are your rights? What questions should you ask? When should you seek an attorney's advice? Attorney Denise Henning shares her insights with host Angela Wilson in this Law in Your Life podcast.

Officials Investigate NY Crane Collapse

The Manhattan D.A.'s office is trying to determine if a crane involved in a fatal Friday accident had previously been damaged. Two workers were killed and one injured when the crane fell apart at a construction site on East 91st Street. The Kodiak model crane was 24 years old. (Read more in The New York Times)

What happens if you are injured in a work-place accident? What should you know if a loved one is involved? Attorney Denise Henning shares information on this topic with Law in Your Life host Angela Wilson.

Victims Tells How to Prevent Dog Bites

In Jacksonville, Fla., a woman will undergo extensive reconstructive surgery after she was bitten by a friend's Boston terrier. The professional dog trainer wants others to know how to prevent dog bites during National Dog Bite Prevention Week - this week. Read more about her story in at News4Jax.com. 

The CDC offers up a comprehensive list of ways to prevent dog bites. If your family is involved in an incident, listen to this Law in Your Life podcast with Kansas City attorney Keith Cutler who discusses the issue from all perspectives.

SWMO Teens Injured in Weekend Crash

Two southwest Missouri teens were seriously injured after the car they were riding in crashed into a tree. Another was also injured in the crash. (Read more)

What do you need to know if you are involved in a traffic accident? Attorney Jim Wirkin has the details in this Law in Your Life interview.

Law in Your Life #23: Missouri Gun Laws

This week, host Angela Wilson discusses Missouri's conceal and carry law, Castle Doctrine and practical matters of owning weapons with attorney Kevin Jamison, author of the comprehensive book Missouri Weapons and Self-Defense Law. Jamison is also the instructor of a two-disc video, Missouri Concealed-Carry and Self-Defense Law.   (Internet Explorer users click play twice.)

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For additional resources on weapons laws in the Show-Me State, visit these sites:

Western Missouri Shooters Association

Kevin L. Jamison Law

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For additional resources on weapons laws in the Show-Me State, visit these sites:

Western Missouri Shooters Association

Kevin L. Jamison Law

Law in Your Life #15: Elder Issues Part II

Nursing homes are a scary prospect for some families. What happens if you have a relative who needs immediate, unexpected care? What should you know before you sign a contract - or become a responsible party? What are the rights of people in nursing homes? Today, host Angela Wilson wraps up a two-part series on elder issues by discussing nursing homes with Springfield attorney Lois Zerrer. (Internet Explorer users click play twice.)

If you would like more information on senior citizen rights, you can download this free PDF brochure from The Missouri Bar, or you can find the information on the Bar Web site. There are also toll-free lines you can call for additional information, or to express concerns about nursing homes:

Aging Information and Referral     1-800-235-5503
Elder Abuse and Neglect Hotline    1-800-392-0210

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Law in Your Life #12: Dog Bites

What happens when you are bitten by someone else's dog or other pet? What if your dog bites someone? Today host Angela Wilson delves into this issue with Kansas City attorney Keith Cutler. (Internet Explorer users click play twice.)

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Law in Your Life #9: Car Accidents

You're in a car accident. What should you do? What can you expect? This week, host Angela Wilson takes you step-by-step through the process with attorney Jim Wirkin. (Internet Explorer users click play twice.)

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For more information, visit The Missouri Bar's Law and the Courts Resource Guide.

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