PMCW Law

When you suffer an injury that is the direct (or indirect) result of someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to financial compensation. This compensation is designed to help alleviate - or compensate for - the financial, physical, and emotional stress that your injuries cause.  "Damages" is the word used to refer to the consequences, both financial and non-financial, of your accident. If you prevail , your settlement will be designed to compensate you for these damages. This week, our Lake of the Ozarks personal injury attorneys are here to explore exactly what can be included in the damages of a personal injury case. Financial Damages When most people think about the damages sustained in a personal injury case, they think of the financial aspects. Examples of these financial damages commonly include: Medical bills from the time the injury until one is fully recovered or the projected expenses of future treatment Lost wages due to the inability to w...

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...

If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident recently, you know how stressful it can be. In addition to immediate challenges such as repairing your vehicle and healing from your injuries, people involved in car accidents must deal with insurance claims, medical bills, and the repercussions from missing time from work and/or school.  If you or someone you know has been in a car accident in mid-Missouri, a personal injury attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you navigate these issues. If you are injured, the experienced attorneys at the Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. can advocate for your rights when you are least able to do so for yourself. Here are a few examples of situations when you should call a personal injury lawyer after a car accident. When You Are Seriously Injured Sometimes car accidents result in injuries that affect people for many months - or even the rest of their lives. If this has happe...