What Is a Medical Lien?
The Law Office of Mike Campbell has joined forces with Thomas Law Offices as of September 1st, 2020. Click here for details. Under Missouri law, healthcare providers like doctors, chiropractors, hospitals, and physical therapists are permitted to place “liens” on your case instead of billing your health insurance directly. Based on the law, Missouri healthcare […]
5 Ways Your Attorney Can Deliver Peace of Mind
When you’ve been injured because of someone’s negligence, you may want to settle the matter as soon as possible. But this may not leave you with the best settlement for your future. Having a personal injury lawyer at your side will give you peace of mind that someone is looking out for your best interests. […]
What Do You Look at When Evaluating My Personal Injury Case?
The Law Office of Mike Campbell has joined forces with Thomas Law Offices as of September 1st, 2020. Click here for details. Every attorney is different, and every attorney will look at different things when evaluating your personal injury case. However, there are a few things that our firm looks at when evaluating a case […]
Should I Stay Off Social Media After an Accident?
You’re probably accustomed to documenting your life on social media accounts. It’s where you talk about your day, upload photos to share an event, or share something interesting you discovered. But what you may not know is that this isn’t the best move if you’re involved in a personal injury case because the defense will […]
PTSD is a Risk for Victims of Serious Injuries
Serious injuries can have a life-altering impact on your physical well-being. Extensive surgery and medical treatment, long-term physical therapy, and permanent loss in physical function and ability are just a few of the physical symptoms that a victim of serious injury may experience. While great focus and attention is given to the obvious physical symptoms […]
What Were the Worst Cases of Corporate Misconduct in 2017?
2017 was an unparalleled year for news regarding corporations that committed fraud, allowed employees to take part in sexual misconduct, or took part in financial scandals and cover-ups that wronged workers and/or customers. We’ve all heard the news stories and consequently had our lives affected by the Equifax scandal, the Takata airbags debacle, the misconduct […]
Bar Fights and Your Rights
We all go into bars and clubs expecting to have a good time. We expect that the bar staff and bouncers are trained to keep us safe and to watch out for any signs of trouble. Unfortunately, many staff members and even bouncers are not trained to properly handle bar fights that happen. Even worse, […]
Electric Shock Drowning: A Silent Killer in the Water
The parents of a 15-year-old electric shock drowning victim are speaking out in an attempt to warn others and bring awareness to this rarely reported phenomenon. Carmen Johnson was swimming near her family’s Alabama lake house in April of 2016, when electric current traveled from a light switch on the dock, through the water, and […]
Are Amusement Park Rides Really Not Regulated?
When we go to an amusement park with our families, we trust that our children will be safe while enjoying the various rides and attractions on the premises. It’s easy to assume that most rides look safe and that the operators know what they’re doing. We’re also often told that amusement park rides are thoroughly […]
NCAA Settles Head Injury Lawsuit
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has settled a class-action lawsuit brought by former college athletes claiming to have been injured by concussions during college play. In the proposed settlement in the US District Court in Chicago, the NCAA, the governing body for college sports, will set aside $70 million for the treatment of injured […]
NTSB Investigates San Francisco Plane Crash That Killed Two
A recent plane crash at San Francisco’s airport claimed the lives of two passengers and injured 180 more. As investigators dig into the causes of the crash, details continue to surface, explaining what happened to trigger the fateful result. Experienced Kentucky accident attorneys monitor plane accident reports no matter which state they originate from. While […]
CPSC Encourages Consumers to Take Halloween Safety Precautions
Protecting their little ghosts and goblins is the top priority for many parents during the Halloween season. Although Halloween is fun for kids and adults alike, it can come with several safety hazards. Taking basic safety precautions when choosing your costume and decorating your home can help prevent accidents. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) […]
Louisville Accident Attorney Tad Thomas Receives AV Rating from LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell
Louisville injury attorney Tad Thomas has been awarded an AV Rating from LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell for high ethical standards and legal ability in his accomplishments protecting the rights of those afflicted by another’s negligence. Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings are intended to assist individuals who are seeking legal services in finding the right lawyer for their particular […]
Woman Injured in Herrington Lake Boating Accident
A 59-year-old woman from Louisville suffered injuries recently when she fell out of a boat on Herrington Lake and was cut by the boat’s propeller, according to an article in The Lexington Herald-Leader. The woman and two friends were boating on Herrington Lake when the boat struck an underwater object, possibly a submerged log. The […]
Consumer Organization Urges FDA to Recall Dangerous Bed Handles
The consumer organization Public Citizen recently petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), asking the agency to ban or at least recall a certain type of bed handle that elderly or infirm people may use to help themselves get in and out of bed, according to an article in Consumer Affairs. The bed handles […]