Serious accidents usually result in physical injury, as well as emotional injury and economic losses. Yet, catastrophic injuries are different in that they most often result in more severe injuries, including long-term or permanent disabilities. Catastrophic injuries also tend to have a more substantial impact on personal injury victims and their families. That does not mean, however, that injuries...
Continue ReadingIt is not uncommon for some to post details about their lives, almost daily, on social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter. But, for those who have a pending personal injury case, your personal injury lawyer will tell you to be careful. The reality is, defense attorneys and insurance adjusters are notorious for finding ways to follow and...
Continue ReadingThere is no question that the unexpected death of a loved one is devastating. The loss will take both an emotional and financial toll on every family. When a death is unexpectedly caused by the negligence of someone else, it may be difficult to know where to begin. Your personal injury lawyer can tell you where to start. You...
Continue ReadingEach state has its own laws which determine who is liable for a dog bite injury. That liability is generally based on who was responsible for supervising the dog and whether or not that individual knew of any propensity the dog may have had to bite or otherwise be aggressive. Although typically the owner of the dog will be...
Continue ReadingIt could be said that personal injury is one area of the law that is riddled with myths and misconceptions. When it comes to pursuing a personal injury claim, after being injured through the negligence of someone else, there are a few myths that need to be debunked. Your Joplin personal injury attorney is here to dispel the worst...
Continue ReadingIt can be tricky trying to determine who is responsible for a motor vehicle accident. That is something that a personal injury lawyer deals with often. Although many people assume that being hit from behind in a car accident is a clear case of liability. Yet, every personal injury case is not the same. Many factors play a role...
Continue ReadingIn the unfortunate case where you have enjoyed a meal at a restaurant, but then turned violently ill after you get back home, you may need to consider whether you have fallen victim to food poisoning. Food poisoning is typically the result of a foodborne bacteria or virus which can cause serious illness and even death in severe cases. ...
Continue ReadingAn Arkansas or Missouri personal injury law firm can handle such a wide variety of personal injury claims, from car accidents, to dog bites, to construction accidents. Another, maybe less common type of personal injury claims, is a toxic tort claim. If you believe you may have been exposed to a dangerous substance and been injured as a result,...
Continue ReadingAccidents and injuries can occur anywhere at any time. That includes during vacations and cruises. When you are injured on a cruise ship, your Joplin personal injury attorney can help you sort through the potential claims. Unlike most injuries that occur on land, injury claims that arise from cruise ship accidents are usually handled differently. The duty of reasonable...
Continue ReadingIf you have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, there are basically two ways to receive compensation for that injury. You can either settle the case out of court or obtain a judgment from the court. Although a jury verdict in a civil lawsuit would likely result in a larger recovery, jury verdicts are never guaranteed. ...
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