To What Extent Am I Obligated To Avoid Causing a Car Wreck?
When you’re driving, you owe other drivers on the road a duty of care. This means you’ll obey traffic laws, such as adhering to the speed limit, driving cautiously, and always signaling before you turn or switch lanes. But there may be cases where other cars don’t offer you a duty of care. In these […]
When Will the Other Party’s Insurer Pay for Medical Bills After a Crash?
The Law Office of Mike Campbell has joined forces with Thomas Law Offices as of September 1st, 2020. Click here for details. If you were injured in a car accident, you should know that most automobile insurance companies will not pay your medical bills while you treat. In other words, if you are currently treating […]
Can I Hire a Kentucky Lawyer if I Live in Another State?
As a general rule, an attorney needs to be licensed to practice law in the state in which he or she is representing an individual. There are however, exceptions to this rule.
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 […]
Ask an Attorney: Is It Possible to Sue a City/County?
Many people have a general idea of what to do when they’ve been injured in an accident or due to negligence—file a claim against the responsible party. For example, in a car accident the person would file a claim against the driver because they were going over the speed limit. But there may be some […]
Ask an Attorney: Do I Need a Third-Party Witness?
With any personal injury case, it’s the job of you and your attorney to prove to the judge and jury that the accident caused your injuries. A third-party witness may help you prove your case. Knowing whether or not you need a third-party witness can be confusing and frustrating. Our experienced personal injury lawyers are […]
Boone County, Missouri Courthouse Rules and Procedures
The Boone County Courthouse is located at 705 E. Walnut Street in downtown Columbia, Missouri. If you need to appear in court for whatever reason or are a client of our firm and need to make an appearance, we have compiled this blog to answer common questions we often receive at our firm. The Law […]
How Hit-and-Run Investigations Work
When you’re in a car accident in Kentucky, both parties are supposed to stop and exchange information. Then you can proceed to inform your insurance companies and move on from there. But sometimes, one of the parties involved in a car wreck flees the scene. Leaving the scene of an accident automatically makes the accident […]
Missouri’s Crime Victim’s Compensation Program
The Law Office of Mike Campbell has joined forces with Thomas Law Offices as of September 1st, 2020. Click here for details. The Missouri Crime Victim’s Compensation Program is designed to financially assist victims who have sustained bodily or psychological injury in paying for reasonable medical expenses, counseling expenses, funeral expenses, and lost wages or […]
Early Warning Signs of Shock After a Major Accident
Immediately following the trauma of a major car accident, it’s possible for victims to go into a state of shock that may or may not be accompanied by symptoms of other injuries. Shock is a life-threatening physical condition that results when there is insufficient blood flow throughout the body. Shock can lead to more serious […]
When is an EMT Responsible for a Wrongful Death?
A wrongful death lawsuit is a claim against a person who can be held liable for a death. A wrongful death can be the result of a fatal accident, negligence, or deliberate behavior. Auto accidents, abuse, and medical malpractice are all examples of possible wrongful death claims. When we think of medical malpractice claims involving […]
All You Need to Know About Fen-Phen and the Redux Diet Drug
People have always wanted someone to tell them there’s another way to lose weight that doesn’t involve diet and exercise. So, in the 90s when Fen-Phen the miracle weight loss drug reached the market, people were eager to give it a try. Fen-Phen is the combination of fenfluramine and phentermine. Pharmaceutical companies made similar versions […]
The Most Dangerous Roads and Interstates in Kentucky
Every year millions of drivers use the thousands of miles of Kentucky roadways to reach their destinations. Some roads and interstates in Kentucky are more dangerous than others, and the drivers who use them are more likely to experience a crash. It is important to drive carefully on every Kentucky roadway, but there are a […]
A Brief Guide to Kentucky Car Accident Laws
Kentucky has thousands of miles of roadways used by millions of drivers every year. Thomas Law Offices encourages and desires for every driver in Kentucky to reach their destination safely. But in the unfortunate event a car accident does occur, it is important to understand Kentucky’s car accident laws so that you can protect your […]
Missouri Nursing Home Resident Rights
If you have a loved one in a nursing home or long-term care facility in Missouri, you should be aware that all nursing home residents have legal rights. If you or your loved one ever have a reason to believe that these rights are being violated in any way, you can take legal action against […]