Posts by bwilli94
Five 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…
Read MoreThe Super Bowl and Legal Liability
The Super Bowl is less than 48 hours away. If you are a betting football fan, you might want to pick the Seahawks based on the following fact: 85 % of the last 21 Super Bowls have been won by the team representing the city with the lower unemployment rate in the preceding year (Seattle…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation FAQ
If you have been hurt at work, you may be concerned about the impact it could have on your job. Many injured employees tell us that they won’t be able to get help for their injuries. The Missouri workers’ compensation system is designed to provide help for injured employees. Here are some workers’ compensation FAQ’s:…
Read MoreYarbro Makes First ONSR Comments
In advance of the ONSR public meeting Tuesday night, January 21, 2014, in Van Buren, Missouri, I made written comments to the National Park Service regarding the proposed GMP. You can read my ONSR comments HERE. The meeting is being held at the Van Buren Youth & Community Center, located at the intersection of Business…
Read MoreWho Gets to Claim the Child on Taxes After Divorce
W-2’s are going out in the mail from employers and tax time is upon us. Many newly divorced parents wonder who gets to claim the child on taxes after divorce? As a general rule, under Missouri law, the custodial parent claims the dependency exemption for the eligible children. Unless there is an agreement otherwise, this…
Read MoreHow Should I Dress for Court?
How should I dress for court? Our clients frequently ask this question in advance of their court date. Will Rogers famously said “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression”. According to professional sales trainer and personal success coach Brian Tracy, “Your clothes are responsible for 95 percent of the first…
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