Archive for February 2014
With Marital Debt, Do Us Part
Divorcing couples in Missouri today may find themselves dividing more than just their home and their bank accounts. Many couples actually have substantial debt that must be divided, and Missouri courts are now required to make specific findings regarding the division of marital and non-marital debt. Unfortunately, “martial debt” is not defined in the Missouri…
Read MoreFive Mistakes in Missouri Work Comp Claims
A Missouri work comp claim can be confusing if you try to represent yourself. Nurse case managers, adjusters, investigators, and the insurance attorney will all be looking into the details of your work injury, making it difficult for you to understand what to do or how to proceed. We’ve seen five common mistakes made by…
Read MoreTort Reform and Reservation of Rights in Missouri
In 2012, the Missouri Supreme Court found that Section 538.210 RSMo., which capped non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases, violated the right to a jury trial guaranteed under the Missouri Constitution. Non-economic damages are those that compensate an individual for pain, suffering, etc. The statute capped these damages at $350,000.00. This statue was a key…
Read MoreFive Tips to Help You Avoid Negligent Health Care
In a February, 2000, report entitled “Medical Errors: The Scope of the Problem”, the Agency for Heathcare Research and Quality stated that as many as 44,000 to 98,000 people die in hospitals each year as the result of medical errors. The report went on to state that “Even using the lower estimate, this would make…
Read MoreChild Custody FAQ
Child custody cases always involve a lot of questions. Here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions with regards to child custody in our practice: How is child custody decided in Missouri? Missouri courts are required to determine what is in the “best interests” of the children. In determining the best interests of…
Read MoreThings to Consider When Preparing a Power of Attorney
Having a Durable Power of Attorney is a good idea, but there are some important things to think about before seeing your lawyer. First of all, who should you name as your Attorney In Fact? The Attorney In Fact is the person who will be standing in your shoes to make decisions for you, so…
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