Can I Still File a Claim If the Accident Was Partly My Fault?
Yes. Missouri follows a pure comparative fault rule, which means you can recover compensation even if you were partially — […]
Insurance Claims
Insurance Claims
Should I Talk to the Insurance Company After a Car Accident?
After a car accident, the insurance company will call. Should you talk to them? Joplin injury lawyer Kurt Benecke explains what to say, what not to say, and how to protect your claim.
Insurance Claims
What Happens If the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Insurance in Missouri?
About 14% of Missouri drivers are uninsured, which means roughly one in seven drivers on the road has no liability
Car Accidents
How Much Is My Car Accident Case Worth in Missouri?
Wondering what your Missouri car accident case is worth? Joplin injury lawyer Kurt Benecke explains the factors that determine your compensation and how to maximize your recovery.
Car Accidents
What Is the Average Settlement for a Car Accident in Missouri?
I understand why people search for this question, but I need to be honest: there’s no meaningful “average” settlement for
Car Accidents
Should I Get a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident?
People use the word “minor” to describe accidents where the vehicle damage was minimal. But vehicle damage and bodily injury
Choosing a Lawyer
How Much Does a Car Accident Lawyer Cost in Missouri?
This is one of the first questions people ask after an accident, and the answer is usually a relief: most
Other Injury Cases
ATV Accident Injuries in Missouri: Who’s Liable and What You Can Recover
ATVs and off-road vehicles are everywhere in Southwest Missouri. From the trails and private land in Newton and McDonald counties
Other Injury Cases
Hurt at Work in Missouri? You May Have More Options Than Workers’ Comp
Most people assume that if they’re hurt on the job, workers’ compensation is their only remedy. And in many cases,
Other Injury Cases
Signs of Nursing Home Abuse in Missouri and What You Can Do About It
You put your mother, your father, your grandparent in a nursing home because you trusted that they would be cared