When asked, how much does a wrongful death attorney charge, the answer is not really that simple. The majority of wrongful death and other personal injury cases are billed on what is referred to as a “contingency fee” basis. This system of payment allows the injured party to hire an attorney without having to pay the cost of legal...
Continue ReadingWe are currently in the midst of an unprecedented and nationwide pandemic, and nothing is certain. Coronavirus has rapidly begun to affect nearly every facet of life, and workers’ compensation legal claims in Missouri are no exception. While businesses continue to adapt to these ever-changing circumstances, this will also inevitably give rise to questions about workers’ compensation rights and...
Continue ReadingA work-related injury comes with many hardships. If you have been injured while on the job or diagnosed with a disease caused by harmful exposure at work, the Missouri workers’ compensation law can provide relief. Types of workers’ compensation benefits may include medical care, lost wages, and possible disability. Our experienced Missouri workers’ compensation lawyers will explain what you...
Continue ReadingAnyone who has been injured through someone’s negligence may be entitled to receive compensation, typically in one or two ways. Either you can settle the matter outside of court or you can file a lawsuit and obtain a legal judgment through the court system. Generally speaking, jury awards in civil lawsuits result in more substantial recovery than a settlement....
Continue ReadingAfter a work-related injury, it is imperative to report the injury to your employer as soon as possible. Do not assume that your employer will compensate you without a claim. In 2015 alone, workers’ compensation programs paid $61.9 billion of lost wages and medical payments to claimants. However, you must file a claim before the Missouri workers’ compensation statute of limitations...
Continue ReadingThe primary purpose of workers’ compensation benefits is to compensate employees for injuries they suffer while at work or performing a job-related activity, without needing to prove who was at fault for the injury. In exchange for these benefits, the covered employees agree not to file a lawsuit against their employer relating to those injuries. As useful as these...
Continue ReadingIf you have been injured in an auto accident, and you file a personal injury lawsuit in Rogers, Arkansas, you can be awarded damages to compensate you for your losses. What is a Pecuniary Loss? Keeping the legal terms simple, a pecuniary loss is any type of loss that can be measured in financial terms. Additionally, pecuniary losses are...
Continue ReadingIn personal injury cases, the purpose of awarding damages is to compensate the victim(s) for any losses that result from the injuries. Losses can come in many different varieties. Expenses that are a direct result of the incident include things like medical bills and lost wages during the time of recovery. These types of damages are easy to calculate...
Continue ReadingIt goes without saying that the unexpected death of a loved one is extremely difficult for any family. That loss will undoubtedly take an emotional toll and, most likely, result in a financial burden as well. Deaths caused by the negligence of someone else can be more devastating. The legal claims associated with this situation are referred to as...
Continue ReadingThe unexpected death of a family member is always devastating, taking an emotional toll on everyone else. When your loved one’s death is caused by someone else’s negligence or recklessness, you may be able to recover for that loss by filing a lawsuit against the party at fault. That type of claim is called “wrongful death.” A question that...
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