Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Claims in Missouri and Arkansas

Wrongful Death Claims in Missouri and Arkansas from Wesley Cottrell   The surviving family of someone who has died, as the result of a personal injury caused by someone else, has the legal right to file a lawsuit for wrongful death. Learn more about wrongful death claims in Arkansas and wrongful death claims in Missouri in this presentation.

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Trucking Accidents

Negotiating a Truck Accident Claim

Some clients feel that hiring an attorney is not necessary after truck accidents if there is insurance coverage that applies to the claim.  However, negotiating a settlement with an insurance company is not as easy as you may think.  Contrary to what most people believe, an insurance company’s interests are usually not in line with the victim’s interests.  Instead,...

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Premises liability

Premises Liability for Criminal Acts of a Third Party

Determining liability in a case where someone is injured on property belonging to someone else is usually based on negligence.  Property owners have general duties to protect those who visit their property, especially when commercial property is involved.  Injuries may result from lack of maintenance of walkways or staircases, or dangerous conditions created by wet and slippery floors. What...

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Motorcycle Accidents

Can I Sue if a Loved One Dies in Motorcycle Accident?

We all know that riding motorcycles can be dangerous, as motorcyclists are more exposed to injury on the road than passengers in cars.  Unfortunately, without the protections that cars provide, the risk of fatal injuries from motorcycle accidents is generally higher.  If you have a loved one who dies in  motorcycle accident, you can bring a legal action against...

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Motorcycle accident lawyers

Free Report: Arkansas Motorcycle Accidents – The Basics

While riding motorcycles is certainly an exhilarating hobby for some, it is also inherently dangerous. It goes without saying that motorcyclists are extremely exposed to injury, without the protections that a car will provide. Helmets and other protective gear can decrease injury, but the risk of serious and often fatal injury from a motorcycle accident is often much higher...

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Dog Bites

Who is Responsible for My Dog Bite Injury?

Each state has its own laws regarding liability for dog bite injuries.  Liability is generally based on who is responsible for the dog and whether that person had notice that the dog had the propensity to bite.  Usually, the dog’s owner is held legally responsible for dog bite injuries.  However, there are other circumstances where someone else may also...

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Premises liability

What Are the Duties of a Property Owner?

When it comes to legal liability for injuries, property owners have certain duties or obligations to the individuals who come on their property.  When a property owner fails to meet their obligations, and personal injuries result, the owner can be held responsible for compensating the victim.  Basically, the duties of a property owner are to keep the premises in a...

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Trucking Accidents

Are Companies Required to Have Liability Insurance for Truckers?

In order to protect motorists in the event a commercial truck is involved in an accident causing injury or property damage, there are federal and state laws requiring commercial motor vehicles to carry liability  insurance for truckers.  These laws require particular types of insurance, and impose minimum coverage limits. Federal Regulations regarding liability insurance for truckers The United States...

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Premises liability

Examples of Premises Liability Cases

The term “premises liability” refers to the area of the law dealing with personal injury occurring on someone else’s property.  Property owners have certain legal obligations to those individuals who come onto their property.  These obligations generally include keeping the premises safe.  When these obligations are not met, and personal injury results, the property owner may be held liable...

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Catastrophic Injury

What are Examples of Catastrophic Injuries?

A catastrophic injury is one that is so severe that it usually results in long-term medical conditions, permanent disability, and/or a shortened life expectancy. These types of injuries often result in multiple surgeries, long-term hospital stays, rehabilitation, and other long-term treatment or problems. Our Arkansas catastrophic injury lawyer will review the definition and catastrophic injury examples. What Makes an...

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