Archive for July 2013
Robbins Settles Premises Liability Suit
Scott Robbins settled a premises liability case for a client injured when she fell off of the deck in the backyard of the home she was renting. The deck had a wooden railing that was several inches shorter than what was required by the municipal code. The client sustained serious injuries when she hit the…
Read MoreYour Insurance Company Is Not A Good Neighbor
Sometimes, clients hire us after unsuccessfully trying to settle their personal injury claim on their own following an auto accident. Trying to settle a personal injury claim on your own is almost always unwise. The insurance companies want you to believe that they are “on your side”, that they are your “good neighbor” and that…
Read MoreShould I Accept a Personal Injury Settlement?
If you have been injured by another’s negligence, whether in an auto accident, truck accident, or on another’s property, and you are seeking compensation, there is a good chance that you will be offered a personal injury settlement. While it can be tempting to just take the money, it’s important that you take a deep…
Read MoreNew Workers Compensation Law Limits Second Injury Fund Claims
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon recently signed Senate Bill 1, which addresses long standing funding problems for the Missouri Second Injury Fund. The Governor asked the General Assembly to fix the Second Injury Fund in his January State of the State Address. “I appreciate the bipartisan efforts of lawmakers and stakeholders to craft a fair solution…
Read MoreMaxwell the Pig and Missouri Proof of Insurance on Phones
Missouri motorists will soon have something in common with Maxwell, the pig from the GEICO commercials. Earlier this month, Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon signed House Bill 322, allowing drivers to show proof of insurance on phones or other mobile devices. The law may allow motorists to save time when involved in an auto accident or…
Read MoreFourth of July Safety Tips
The Fourth of July is a holiday often celebrated with outdoor activities, including cookouts, boating, swimming and fireworks. These fun activities, however, can often turn into accidents with tragic results, if safety is not kept as a high priority. Fireworks can be especially dangerous when handled by non-professionals. Even when properly handled, fireworks can cause…
Read MoreA Loved One Has Died, Now What?
When a loved one dies, grief is to be expected. Sometimes, however, you may also feel panic about what to do next. Some decisions must be made immediately, while others can be put off for a while, but how do you know what to do and when to do it? Here are some helpful tips:…
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