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How Long Does A Slip And Fall Case Take To Settle?

October 11, 2022 No Comments

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…

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Slip and Fall Settlements: Average Payout & Settlement Examples

September 29, 2022 No Comments

Table of Contents Table of Contents Slip and Fall Settlement Examples How Is A Slip-And-Fall Settlement Calculated? Get Help From The Slip & Fall Attorneys

Missouri Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Claims

September 20, 2022 No Comments

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…

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How Much Can Someone Sue For A Car Accident?

September 19, 2022 No Comments

The average car accident settlement for is $37,248.62. However, every case is unique, and this figure should not be relied upon when determining the value of

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Can a Tenant Sue a Landlord for an Injury in Missouri?

September 19, 2022 No Comments

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…

Average motorcycle accident settlement amount chart (2024)

What is the Average Motorcycle Accident Settlement?

September 19, 2022 No Comments

The average motorcycle settlement amount is $66,107.65 with settlements typically ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. Settlement data was derived from retrieving settlement amounts nearly 100 motorcycle accident cases between 2021 and 2024.

How To Claim Lost Wages After A Car Accident

September 18, 2022 No Comments

Types of Lost Wages That Can Be Reimbursed Lost wages refer to money, income, and benefits that you are unable to earn after a car

Kansas Damage Caps

August 31, 2022 No Comments

Damage caps are limitations on the amount a plaintiff (the injured party) can recover in a lawsuit. Such limitations are fixed dollar amounts that represent the absolute maximum a plaintiff can recover for one incident, even if a jury decides that their losses are worth more than the maximum amount allowed. The following damages are subject to damage caps in the state of Kansas: Non-economic…

A chart showing the average pedestrian accident settlement amount based on data from Brown & Crouppen Law Firm.

What is the Average Payout for Pedestrian Hit by Car?

August 23, 2022 No Comments

The average settlement amount for a pedestrian accident claim is approximately $67,511.90 and the median settlement is $30,000, which is a better representation of the typical pedestrian accident settlement because it is less skewed by outliers.

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How is Fault Determined After an Auto Accident?

August 16, 2022 No Comments

Attorneys and insurance companies determine fault based on the evidence they have at hand. Often fault is determined largely based on the police report filing by the reporting officer. However, the insurance company will corroborate the police report with their insured and if the injured party isn’t represented, they’ll tell them that they need to give a recorded statement regarding the wreck before they’ll make…

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