What are the different types of insurance that individuals typically cary? – Liability – Comprehensive and Collision These are the two of the most common policies carried by drivers. Let’s talk about what each of them mean. First, liability coverage is the bare minimum that is required by most states. Liability coverage will pay for […]

What is Premises Liability? What is premises liability, exactly? How can you determine who’s at fault? When should you contact a lawyer? These are just a few questions to consider when looking at premises liability. So let’s get started! First, premises liability law is the body of law which makes the person who is in […]

Why You Should Be Cautious When Dealing With Insurance Companies: Have you or anyone you know ever been cheated by an insurance company? Well, you’re not alone. We are here to talk about some of the ways insurance companies can scam everyday hard working individuals such as yourself. Whether it be a car accident, personal […]

A couple struck by a car while using a crosswalk to reach the Sprint Center in Kansas City to attend a holiday concert have settled their personal injury claims for $400,000. In December 2010, a husband and wife were walking to the Sprint Center in downtown Kansas City to attend a holiday concert. The couple […]

On behalf of Brown & Crouppen, P.C. posted in Medical Malpractice on Friday, March 1, 2013 This is a story that makes one wonder why it took them so long, as report from a St. Louis hospital explains how a hospital has “produced markedly better outcomes” for children who have suffered a severe traumatic brain […]

On behalf of Brown & Crouppen, P.C. posted in Motor Vehicle Accident on Monday, February 25, 2013 After a relatively easy winter, the central plains including parts of Missouri will be struck by the second major winter storm in less than a week. The storm is expected to bring blizzard conditions to much of the […]

On behalf of Brown & Crouppen, P.C. posted in Motor Vehicle Accident on Thursday, February 21, 2013 Seat belts offer a great return in investment to drivers and passengers in motor vehicles. Few safety devices are as cost effective as a seat belt, but encouraging drivers to use them is often a problem. Many states […]

On behalf of Brown & Crouppen, P.C. posted in Motor Vehicle Accident on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 The recent fatal bus crashes have prompted federal inspectors to increase their scrutiny of tour bus companies that have had prior accidents or other safety violations. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the federal agency responsible for […]

On behalf of Brown & Crouppen, P.C. posted in Motor Vehicle Accident on Thursday, February 14, 2013 Motorcycle riding has been increasing in popularity for decades. Not only are more people buying bikes and hitting the road, but also those who have been riding for years keep riding, taking their motorcycles on everything from weekend […]

On behalf of Brown & Crouppen, P.C. posted in Dog Bites on Monday, February 11, 2013 Dog bites represent a growing problem in the U.S., with a substantial increase in the incidents of dog bites and the related dog bite injures. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports there has been an 88 […]