After an accident, you might find yourself grappling with more than just medical bills and lost wages. Pain and suffering are also significant consequences that deserve compensation. But how do lawyers and courts calculate such a subjective loss? Pain and suffering differ from other types of damages, and specific Missouri...
Archives: October 2024
Missouri State Slip and Fall Laws
Imagine you’re walking through a grocery store, checking items off your list, when suddenly, your foot slides out from under you. The floor is slick with an unnoticed puddle. In a split second, you’re on the ground, pain shooting through your leg or back. The embarrassment is immediate, but the...
Underride Accidents
The devastation of a truck accident can change a family’s life instantly, especially when an 18-wheeler or other commercial vehicle is involved. One of the most harrowing types of these crashes is an underride accident, where a smaller vehicle slides under the rear or side of a much larger truck...
How Can an Attorney Help After the Loss of a Loved One?
Losing a loved one is one of the most painful experiences a person can endure. When that loss is due to someone else’s negligence, grief is often compounded by a deep sense of injustice. At Cook, Barkett, Ponder & Wolz, our team of SEMO personal injury lawyers understands the unique...
What to Do if Your Loved One is a Victim of Elder Abuse
As our loved ones age, we trust that they will receive the care and respect they deserve, especially when they rely on nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or in-home caregivers. Sadly, this trust is sometimes broken when abuse, neglect, or exploitation occurs. If you suspect that your loved one is...
What Happens if My Car Is Hit by a Freight Train?
A freight train barreling toward a crossing, with its unmistakable whistle blaring, should send a chill through anyone nearby. But imagine the unthinkable—your car is on the tracks, and there’s nowhere to go. After a devastating collision with a freight train in Southeast Missouri, you need a personal injury lawyer...
How Much Can I Get for Pain and Suffering?
If you sustained serious injuries due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions, you probably qualify to seek damages from the at-fault party for your medical bills and other economic losses. You may also receive non-economic damages for things that don’t have a defined dollar amount, such as the pain...
How Many Personal Injury Claims Go to Court?
If you’ve recently suffered injuries due to someone else’s careless actions, you’re likely considering your options to recover damages from the at-fault party. A personal injury lawyer can determine whether you qualify to seek compensation and help you navigate the process. As you think about your situation, you may wonder...
Can You Sue Someone for Running Over You?
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries from being hit by a car while walking, you may wonder: can you sue someone for running over you? The short answer is yes. In many cases, injured pedestrians can pursue legal action against negligent drivers who strike them. However, the...
Are You At Fault If Someone Pulls Out in Front of You?
If someone pulled out in front of you, causing an accident that injured you or a loved one, you probably have a lot of questions about whether you can hold the driver accountable and get compensation for your injuries and losses. Maybe the other driver accuses you of speeding or...
Sideswipe Accidents
A sideswipe accident can leave you with a range of injuries and a deep sense of frustration. If you or a loved one suffered injuries because another driver lost control or made a reckless move, you’re likely dealing with physical pain, emotional stress, and financial worries. Recovering after a crash...