How Are Slip and Fall Settlements Calculated?
November 21, 2023
About the Factors Used to Calculate Slip & Fall Settlements 1. Liability or Fault Slip and fall accidents fall under the umbrella of premises liability
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What to Look for After a Slip & Fall Accident
November 18, 2023
Common Symptoms of Slip & Fall Injuries Symptoms of a slip and fall are wide and varied. This is because no two falls are exactly
How Much is Pain & Suffering Worth in a Slip and Fall Case?
October 31, 2023
In the complex world of personal injury claims, determining the exact worth of pain and suffering in a slip and fall case is challenging. Typically,
How to Sue Apartment Complex for Negligence
September 13, 2023
You deserve a safe place to live. When your apartment complex puts profits over your health and safety, it’s important to take action. Whether you’ve
How to File a Slip and Fall Claim
October 24, 2022
If you or a loved one has suffered an injury as a result of slipping (or tripping) on someone else’s property, the property owner may be held liable. Filing a slip and fall claim or lawsuit can help recover losses for damages that resulted from the accident. Here’s the process for filing a slip and fall claim: Seek medical treatment File an accident report Gather…
How Long Does A Slip And Fall Case Take To Settle?
October 11, 2022
Slip and fall claims with clear negligence and moderate injuries often settle within 9-12 months after medical treatment is complete. Cases that involve more complicated injuries and/or commercial defendants often take longer than 12 months to settle. Each case is unique, and slip and fall cases can take several months to several years to resolve depending on several factors. If you slipped and fell at a…
What is the Average Slip & Fall Settlement?
September 29, 2022
The typical slip-and-fall settlement in St. Louis and Kansas City can range from a few thousand dollars to hundreds of thousands, even into the millions,
Missouri Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Claims
September 20, 2022
In Missouri, most slip and fall cases have a 5-year statute of limitations, meaning that individuals have five years from the date of the injury to file a claim against the negligent property owner or manager. Slip and fall accidents fall under the umbrella of premises liability negligence claims. To establish and file a slip and fall claim in Missouri, a plaintiff must show the…
Can a Tenant Sue a Landlord for an Injury in Missouri?
September 19, 2022
A tenant may sue a landlord for an injury in Missouri, but to succeed, the tenant must prove that the landlord owed a duty to the tenant. The general rule in Missouri is that a landlord does not owe a duty to their tenants and the landlord will not be liable for personal injuries caused by the dangerous conditions of the premises. The rationale is…
Sidewalk Injury Lawsuits: Suing For Falls & Trips
February 2, 2022
While it may seem straightforward, that question is not as easy to answer as you might think. There are many factors that go into establishing fault in slip and fall cases. To be eligible to file a slip and fall claim and receive compensation, liability must be determined. Here’s how liability is determined. The first factor is determining who is responsible for maintaining the sidewalk….
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