You suffered an accident at Walmart. You slipped and fell, leading to a head injury, broken bone, or lacerations. No matter what occurred, you’re confident the retailer owes you money for your losses, but you don’t know how to secure compensation for these losses. It can seem simple enough to...
Personal Injury – Job Site Injuries
Pedestrian Accidents: Who Covers Medical Expenses?
Pedestrians will rarely walk away from a collision with a car unscathed. A passenger vehicle that weighs 3,000 pounds on average will cause significant injuries when it hits a pedestrian without any bodily protection. Most pedestrians struck by vehicles will require hospitalization and medical treatment. Given the seriousness of these...
How Do Insurance Companies Negotiate Settlements?
Have you or a loved one suffered an injury in an accident and wondered what the insurance company does before offering you a settlement? Many people across the country become accident victims daily because of driver errors, mechanical failures, negligence, etc. Being in an accident can turn your life upside...
How Do I Find the Right Lawyer for My Case?
Finding the right personal injury lawyer is essential. Having the right legal team on your side can mean distinguishing between a successful claim and losing your case. You should consider some things as you decide who you want to represent you as you pursue compensation after an accident. Continue reading...
How Can I Prove My Pain and Suffering?
Pain and suffering are harm you endure from an accident that may not have a specific dollar amount associated with it but has monetary value, nonetheless. Proving damages from pain and suffering is often difficult because of its intangible nature. An experienced Cape Girardeau personal injury lawyer can help you prove...
Injury – What are my rights?
If you are involved in an accident, what are your rights? Most people know they are eligible to hire a Cape Girardeau personal injury lawyer, but what are you really entitled to? Every case is unique, but we have narrowed down the top rights you may receive if someone else...
8 Reasons CBPW is right for your case
We have over 101 years of combined legal experience. Partner Michael Ponder has over 25 years’ experience and was awarded the Lon O. Hocker Award from the Missouri Bar. $2.55 Million Settlement in Electrocution Case. We’ve litigated cases from Kansas City to Cape Girardeau, from Phoenix to Philadelphia and Miami...
5 important questions you should ask before hiring a personal injury attorney
Selecting your personal injury attorney should be one of the first decisions that you make after your injury. You have 100% control in this situation. This is a critical decision, so it’s important to feel comfortable and confident in your choice. Here’s a list of important questions to consider when choosing an...
Economic vs. Non-Economic Damages
Q: What are economic and non-economic damages in a personal injury case? A: Clients in personal injury cases may recover economic and non-economic damages. Some attorneys may refer to them as “general” or “special” damages. In some circumstances, punitive damages may be available as well. So, what exactly are economic damages? Economic damages...
Job site injuries: When to contact an attorney
Many companies have specific programs aimed at avoiding work-related injuries. Safe work practices and efforts to avoid injuries are important for employers and employees alike. However, once an injury happens, it’s not in your best interest to avoid reporting the incident. When an injury is not reported, an employer can...
Stages of a Personal Injury Case
Every personal injury case is unique – different contributing factors, different timelines, different impact on the victim’s life. Understanding the stages your case may go through will help you assist your attorney achieve the best possible outcome and also prepare you for the legal process. Your Initial Case Evaluation During...
4 Factors That Impact The Value of Your Case
Every personal injury claim is unique, but there are common factors that affect the viability of your case. Knowing what those are can help you improve your chances of fair compensation. FAULT If the negligent party is clearly 100% at fault for your injury, this increases your case value. If...