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Missouri’s Loss of Consortium Laws

07/16/24

When an injury victim seeks compensation for their damages in court, they hold a negligent person or business liable for the consequences of the injury caused by their action or inaction. These consequences are known as “damages” in personal injury claims. Common damages in personal injury claims include two types, economic and non-economic damages. Economic…

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Missouri’s Unique Personal Injury Laws

07/12/24

Like all states, Missouri’s Civil Courts offer a means of redress and financial accountability to victims of serious personal injuries. When an individual suffers a preventable injury, it’s typically due to another party’s negligent actions. Specific statutes and other components of personal injury laws in each state vary. Missouri’s personal injury laws share common tenants…

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Liability for a Trespasser’s Injury In Missouri

07/05/24

Property owners have liability for injuries that occur on their property due to preventable hazards. When a property owner is aware that a safety hazard is present on their property, whether it’s a broken walkway, a tree with dead limbs, an unfenced pool, or a dangerous dog, they have a legal duty to take reasonable…

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Can a Minor File a Personal Injury Claim?

06/21/24

All courts in Missouri uphold the best interests of children as their highest priority. This standard isn’t restricted to custody cases and adoptions but also applies to personal injury claims. Just like adults, children sometimes fall victim to the careless, reckless, or wrongful actions of others and the result is serious injury. But can a…

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Does an Old Personal Injury Claim Affect a Current Claim?

06/03/24

Lightening may not strike the same place twice, but accidents and injuries sometimes do. When an individual resolves a personal injury claim and receives a settlement or court award for their damages, they generally hope to never have to suffer serious injuries and a complex accident claim again, but it isn’t uncommon to have more…

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