Not many clients are aware that civil claims, including personal injury claims, brought against a governmental entity are not handled entirely the same way as a legal claim against a business or private citizen. There are certain rules of procedure and different statutes of limitation that apply to claims brought against a governmental entity. There are also other legal...
Continue ReadingEvery state establishes laws that govern liability for dog bite injuries. In most cases, liability is based on who was responsible for supervising the dog and whether or not that person knew the dog had any sort of propensity for biting or being aggressive. However, depending on the situation, it may not be the dog owner who should be...
Continue ReadingThere are deadlines for filing nearly every type of civil claim. This time limit is referred to as the “statute of limitations.” If you do not file your lawsuit before the deadline has passed, you will not be allowed to bring that lawsuit. If you still file your legal claim after the deadline, it will likely be dismissed. Each...
Continue ReadingFor a Joplin auto accident attorney to help you recover for injuries in an auto accident, the first step is to determine who is at fault. Liability must first be established by determining who caused the accident or whose negligence resulted in your injuries. If the auto accident was serious and your injuries were severe, then there may be...
Continue ReadingAccording to a U.S. Department of Transportation report, more than 37,000 people were killed in car accidents in the United States in 2017. The CDC reported that, in 2016, nearly 39,000 deaths were caused by motor vehicle-related injuries. Considering the likelihood of being involved in a fatal car accident, our Rogers car accident attorney believes it may be helpful...
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to applying for Social Security Disability benefits, the disability benefits evidence you submit in support of your disability claim is crucial to the success of that claim. Your treating physician’s opinions and the contents of your medical records can have a huge effect on whether your claim will be accepted. This blog will provide some recommendations...
Continue ReadingYou may be wondering whether it is necessary to hire an attorney to handle your worker’s compensation case. If there are any complex issues in your case, the wisest decision is to consult with a Joplin workers compensation attorney. For example, if your employer denies your claim or you do not receive your benefits as you should, then an...
Continue ReadingIt is very common for serious car accidents to result in physical and emotional injuries, as well as economic loss. However, a catastrophic injury is quite different from typical physical injuries. Catastrophic injuries are significantly more severe and often involve long-term care or permanent disability. The impact of a catastrophic injury is also more significant for the family members...
Continue ReadingWhile personal injury lawsuits allow victims to receive compensation for pain and suffering, the same is not true in workers comp cases. In Missouri, as in most other states, workers comp benefits only cover medical and disability claims, but not claims for pain and suffering.If you suffered a work-related injury or illness that has resulted in pain and suffering,...
Continue ReadingWhile it is true that workers compensation benefits are considered an exclusive remedy, meaning the only way to be compensated for a workplace injury or illness is by filing a workers compensation claim, there are some situations where you may be able to file a lawsuit against the individual who actually caused the injury. This may also be true...
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