Tag: Personal Injury Attorney

What to Ask a Personal Injury Attorney At the Initial Appointment

If you've never been the victim in a personal injury case before, meeting with a lawyer for the first time can seem a little daunting. We'd like to put you at ease. There's no need for you to be nervous at all, but there are some questions that you will want to be sure to […]

Written by on July 9, 2019

How Is A Personal Injury Attorney Compensated for Taking My Case?

There are so many personal injury cases in the St. Louis area that are never filed. The number one reason for that is because people don't think they can afford a lawyer. They assume that any compensation they would receive would only go toward the attorney's fees. We want you to know that is not […]

Written by on July 4, 2019

Learn About the Open and Obvious Premise Liability Defense Before You Sue

Suing for injuries that are based on premises liability may seem like it should be pretty cut and dry. But that isn't the case at all. The owner of the property may present the open and obvious defense, which could be problematic for the victim. If you're considering filing a case against someone, then it's […]

Written by on June 20, 2019

What to Know About Premises Liability Before You Consider a Lawsuit

Premises liability claims are pretty common in Missouri. But there are people who find themselves injured on someone else's property, and they never pursue a case at all. Part of that may be because they simply don't understand what the law says about their rights.  What is Premises Liability? Premises liability occurs when a person […]

Written by on June 4, 2019

Thinking About a Personal Injury Lawsuit? What to Know to Get Started

Accidents happen all the time in St. Louis. There are car accidents, truck accidents, dog bites, slips and falls, and a myriad of others. The best thing to do if you're a victim is to file a personal injury lawsuit. But what does that entail, and how do you even get started? This is information […]

Written by on April 11, 2019

How Can You Prove Negligence in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

When you file a lawsuit, winning means being able to prove that the defendant was negligent. But you also need to prove that it was because of that negligence that you were injured. This is not easy to do, which is why it should never be attempted without someone with legal experience.  Proving Negligence In […]

Written by on March 12, 2019

A Personal Injury Lawsuit Can Be More Than Just a Claim of Negligence

A lot of people assume that negligence that results in some type of injury is the only way someone can have a valid personal injury claim. According to the American Bar Association, that is not always the case. If you have recently been injured in an accident, it’s important for you to understand what they […]

Written by on February 7, 2019

American Bar Association on Personal Injury Litigation

Personal injury law is a very specialized type of litigation. If you have never been in an accident up until recently, it can be difficult to understand how it all works. The American Bar Association offers some great information that may be helpful to you. What are Personal Injury Claims? Every legal claim has two […]

Written by on February 5, 2019

How to Calculate the Possible Settlement Amount of a Personal Injury Claim

When you have been injured in an accident, there are so many worries on your mind. You may have had to miss work, you may have mounting medical bills, and you’re in a lot of pain. One of the first thoughts you might have is, I wonder how much my personal injury claim is worth? […]

Written by on December 25, 2018