One in three robberies in the United States involved the theft of a cell phone. Data from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and law enforcement agencies indicate that in North America, more than 100 cell phones are stolen every minute. According to information reported on by USA Today, that is a total of 1.6 million…

Chris Yarbro settled a phantom driver uninsured motorist suit for $225,000. The client was injured during a hit and run accident. At the time of the accident, the client was driving a car owned by his fianceé. This car was insured with an uninsured motorist endorsement providing $25,000 in coverage. The client owned two separate…

The firm is pleased to announce that our partner, Douglas R. Kennedy, was appointed to the Coordinating Board of Higher Education this week by Missouri Governor Jay Nixon. The Coordinating Board of Higher Education coordinates the state system of higher education, which includes 13 public four-year colleges and universities, 17 public two-year community colleges, one…

Chris Yarbro settled a medical malpractice and product liability case. The patient previously underwent a right pneumonectomy. Shortly after this procedure, a bronchial plural fistula was suspected at the bronchial stump. The surgeon elected to use a surgical product that was not approved by the FDA for treating the patient’s suspected condition. Additionally, evidence suggested…

Chris Yarbro obtained a 1.3 million dollar judgment, and a separate $600,000 settlement, for an individual injured in a farm accident. While attempting to use a tractor to move round hay bales, the client was attacked by a swarm of wasps that came from the tractor. In a panic, the client fell from the tractor…