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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, compensation for pain and suffering in slip and fall cases ranges from $2,000 to $100,000 or more. However, the settlement amount of a slip and fall case depends on many factors of the slip and fall claim, and each case ...

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) for Workers’ Comp

October 10, 2023

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) signifies the point at which a medical professional believes that a worker's condition has stabilized to the extent that further medical treatment is unlikely to result in significant improvement.

Missouri Workers’ Compensation Statute of Limitations

October 6, 2023

Under Missouri's workers' compensation statute of limitations, a claim must be filed within 2 years of the work injury or death. Additionally, employees must report their injuries to their employer within 30 days of the injury or when the work injuries were discovered.

Two vehicles involved in a rear end collision accident

What is the Average Payout for a Rear-End Collision?

September 26, 2023

What is the average payout for a rear-end collision? While no two rear-end collisions are identical, the settlements for these types of accidents tend to follow a similar pattern. The factors affecting the amount you may receive include the accident’s severity, the degree of driver negligence, and the accident’s impact on your life. The personal injury lawyers at Brown & Crouppen can help determine how ...

A woman that slipped and fell from the stairs

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 been assaulted in a common space or slipped and fell on broken stairs, our premises liability lawyers can help you sue your apartment complex for negligence. A successful legal claim can help accelerate change and compensate you for your injuries. ...

Nursing home abuse case length chart (2024)

How Long Do Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Cases Take?

September 7, 2023

The average length of a nursing home abuse & neglect case is 699 days (or approximately 2 years.

Chart showing the average nursing home abuse settlement amounts (2021-2024)

What Is The Average Nursing Home Abuse Settlement Amount?

August 29, 2023

The average nursing home abuse settlement amount is $236,294.96. Nursing home abuse cases often settle between $150,000 and $350,000 but can be higher or lower depending on case factors.

Missouri Nursing Home Abuse Statute of Limitations

August 24, 2023

In Missouri, the statute of limitations for lawsuits alleging nursing home abuse and neglect must be filed within 2 years, starting from the of the injury (or date it was discovered).

How Long Does It Take To Settle A Dog Bite Claim?

August 16, 2023

On average, dog bite cases take 680 days (or about 2 years) to settle, but can settle in as little as 1 month or take up to 6 years - this is because each case is unique and timelines will depend on many factors.

Missouri Dog Bite Laws

August 8, 2023

Under Missouri law, dog owners are is liable for any injuries or damages that are caused by their dog if it bites another person while on public property or on the dog owner’s property if the victim is there lawfully.

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