Wrongful Death
Alternative Dispute Resolution – What is it?
Alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”) refers to a process of settling disputes without a court or jury trial. The most common ADR options are mediation and arbitration. Alternative Dispute Resolution may include Mediation Mediation is by far the most common ADR method. Mediation is used to resolve cases involving personal injury, auto accidents, wrongful death, and…
Read MoreTort Reform Kills
Tort reform kills people. That is a strong statement, but unfortunately, one that is accurate in products liability and medical malpractice cases. According to a recent New York Times article, at least 42 people died as a result of a decision by General Motors to leave vehicles with faulty ignition switches on the road. The…
Read MoreTen Things to do after an auto accident or truck accident
One of the most frequent personal injury claims our attorneys handle are injuries sustained in an auto accident or a truck accident. If you are involved in an accident, there are several things you should do immediately to protect yourself. Here are ten things to remember to do after an accident: 1. Prioritize Safety: Make…
Read MoreMark Kennedy wins appeal; court clarifies who can re-file a wrongful death case after dismissal
The Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District, reversed a decision of the trial court, preventing the family of Ethel Denton from refiling a wrongful death suit. The decision, in Denton v. Soonattrukal, clarifies Missouri law and provides that any member of a wrongful death “class” can refile a wrongful death case within the one year…
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