Personal Injury Law FAQs

Should I See a Doctor After a Car Accident?

May 28, 2026 | Car Accidents

Key Takeaways

  • Adrenaline can mask injuries after a crash, delaying symptom appearance.
  • Medical records near the accident date establish a direct link between the injuries and the accident.
  • Medical evaluation should occur the same day or within 24 hours.
  • Gaps in treatment let insurers argue injuries are unrelated to the accident.

Are Slip-and-Fall Cases Hard to Win?

May 27, 2026 | Premises Liability

Key Takeaways

  • Slip and fall cases can be difficult due to a lack of preserved evidence.
  • Winning requires proving negligence through four elements connecting the hazard to injury and damages.
  • Property owners must maintain reasonably safe conditions on premises.
  • Missouri pure comparative fault reduces compensation by the assigned percentage of fault.

Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit: Step-by-Step Process

May 25, 2026 | Motorcycle Accidents

Key Takeaways

  • A motorcycle accident lawsuit is a formal claim against a negligent party after a crash.
  • Missouri uses comparative fault, reducing compensation if the rider shares responsibility.
  • Most personal injury claims in Missouri must be filed within five years of injury.

Understanding the Statute of Limitations in Missouri

May 22, 2026 | Personal Injury

Key Takeaways

  • Missouri’s statute of limitations sets a deadline for filing a lawsuit.
  • Personal injury claims generally must be filed within five years of the injury.
  • Wrongful death claims generally must be filed within three years of death.
  • Medical malpractice claims must often be filed within 2 years.

$10 Million Settlement Reached in Complex Wrongful Death Case

A $10 million settlement was reached in a wrongful death case arising from a tragic multi-vehicle crash in Missouri.

The case stemmed from a collision that claimed the lives of a married couple who had been together for decades. Goldblatt + Singer attorneys represented the family in pursuing accountability and answers following the devastating loss.

How Do You Prove Wrongful Death in St. Louis?

May 13, 2026 | Wrongful Death

Key Takeaways

  • Missouri defines wrongful death as death from negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct.
  • A claim requires duty of care, breach, causation, and damages.
  • Causation requires a direct link between breach and death.
  • The proof standard is preponderance of evidence, meaning more likely than not.
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