Month: June 2019

Learn More About Medical Liability Before You Consider a Lawsuit

When you've been injured in a medical malpractice case, your first thought may be to talk with an attorney and file a lawsuit. While that might be exactly what you need to do, there is so much you should know about medical liability before you proceed. What is Medical Liability? Medical liability means that the […]

Written by on June 27, 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 Qualifies as a Birth Injury Versus a Birth Defect?

When a child is born, it can be one of the most joyous times in your life. But that joy can be halted quickly when something happens during the birthing process. It's heartbreaking when parents learn that their baby has a birth defect or birth injury, and many people don't know that these two are […]

Written by on June 18, 2019

Lawsuits for Dog Bites – Could You Be at Fault for Being Bitten?

Dog bites happen in St. Louis all the time, and if you've been a victim, you have the right to expect to be compensated for your injuries. But what happens when you at least share in some of the blame for the bite? We'd like to help you understand how it works in Missouri.  Comparative […]

Written by on June 13, 2019

What to Know About Lawsuits Against Hospitals and Their Employees

Medical malpractice can be an area of the law that many people find to be confusing. When filing a claim, it's important to know who it should be against – the doctor or the hospital. Quite often, people don't realize that there's a difference, and this has resulted in many lost cases.  Hospitals and Their […]

Written by on June 11, 2019

Injured in an Auto Accident? What to Know About Proving Fault

The most important thing anyone needs to do when presenting a car accident case is proving fault. Unfortunately, this is where a lot of people fail when they attempt to represent themselves after filing a lawsuit. You will want to build strong support for your case, and that can come from a number of different […]

Written by on June 6, 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