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Thanksgiving 2018 will be here before you know it! While it can be very fun to have your Thanksgiving locally, many people have to drive at least a couple hours to get to their families for their Thanksgiving celebrations. Our personal injury attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to tell you to DRIVE SAFELY. Many people will be on the roads and it can only take a few seconds of distraction for something to go wrong. If you are injured in a car accident and need legal assistance getting fair compensation, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231. Keep reading for a few safe driving tips to follow this Thanksgiving. Drive Safely This Thanksgiving Have your vehicle checked before you drive it a long distance for Thanksgiving. Take your vehicle into your local auto shop and have everything checked out. For example, they can check your oil to make sure it is at the proper level, your tires to make sure they have the correct amount of pressure, and your ...

Personal injury cases come in many forms including car accidents, slip and fall cases, dog bites, assault, battery, etc. No matter what unfortunate type of situation you find yourself in, you need to know what all your options are and what your personal injury case is actually worth. The worth of your personal injury case ultimately comes down to DAMAGES. In this 2 part blog series, our experienced personal injury attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to explain different types of damages that are common in many personal injury cases and how a personal injury damages award can be affected by a plaintiff's action or lack of action. Different Types of Damages Compensatory Damages in Personal Injury Cases Some personal injury cases are deemed "compensatory." This means that the damages are intended to compensate the injured plaintiff for what was lost due to the accident or injury. When compensatory damages are awarded, they are meant to make the injure...

There are many examples of personal injury cases out there. At our experienced law office at the Lake of the Ozarks , we have seen many different types of personal injury cases. If you are injured, the circumstances of the injury can lead to a case that may hold up in court.  Contact a good law firm to get a consultation on your injury to see if there is legal merit. In this blog, Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch is here to give you 5 possible examples of personal injury cases. Examples of Personal Injury Cases If you have been injured, this can quickly result in unpaid medical bills, lost wages, and demands from insurance companies for your medical history and personal medical records. When you are injured, it's not always your fault and you could possibly have a personal injury case. See 5 examples of personal injury cases below.  Slips and Falls Slipping or falling at your workplace may be caused by a negligent action by the business owner. The ow...

The word "negligence" is used frequently in legal circles. Proving negligence is common in personal injury cases. Since it is such an important aspect of personal injury law, our Lake of the Ozarks attorneys are taking a moment this week to help you get a better understanding of what exactly negligence is and how it relates to different situations. What Is "Negligence"? The dictionary at Law.com gives two primary definitions for negligence: n. failure to exercise the care toward others which a reasonable or prudent person would do in the circumstances n. taking action which such a reasonable person would not According to this definition, negligence is a careless act that places someone (or multiple 'someones') in danger unnecessarily. The consequences of negligence may range from mild to severe, depending on the circumstances. Negligence may result in a mild accident (such as minor case of whiplash from a driver rear-ending the car in fron...

Brain and spinal cord injuries are among the most serious injuries that a person can suffer. Your brain and spinal cord control nearly every function in your body, and damage to these crucial control centers can cause serious injury and potentially lifelong disability. If you have suffered a brain injury as the result of someone else's negligence, you may be able to seek financial compensation with the help of an experienced Missouri personal injury attorney . Brain Injury Basics Severe brain injuries can be immediately noticeable , but milder versions may take longer to make their presence known. Head injuries  can be caused under a variety of different circumstances. Concussions are a particularly common example, but brain injuries can also be caused by whiplash, lack of oxygen, exposure to dangerous and toxic substances, assault and physical violence, car accidents, defective products, penetration of the skull, slip and fall accidents, and sports. Brain Injuries Can ...

Most legal fields are confusing and overwhelming for those who are navigating them for the first time, but personal injury law can be one of the most challenging fields. Due to the highly charged emotions that often accompany injuries, it can be difficult for people to maintain calm, objective outlooks when approaching their personal injury cases. As a result, there are many common misconceptions surrounding this particular legal discipline. This week, Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. is here to help clear up some of these misconceptions. Misconception #1: You Are Stuck With The First Settlement Your Insurance Company Offers Personal injury claims require lots of negotiation with insurance companies. Sometimes people assume that the initial settlement offer they receive is the best one they will get, but this is often not the case. In fact, many insurance companies send lower offers initially in hopes that the plaintiff will accept it and they won't have t...