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Yes, you may have the right to file a lawsuit if your injury was caused by someone else's negligence, such as an equipment manufacturer, a contractor, or another party. This is separate from a workers’ compensation claim and can help you recover damages for pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and other losses not covered by workers' compensation.
Yes, you can file a lawsuit. Missouri law follows a strict liability rule for dog bites. This means the dog owner is liable for any injuries caused by their dog, regardless of the dog's previous behavior.
Yes, you can file a civil lawsuit for battery and assault in Missouri. This is separate from any criminal charges the perpetrator may face. A civil lawsuit allows you to seek compensation for your injuries and damages.
Yes, if a family member was killed, you might be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Eligible family members typically include spouses, children, or parents of the deceased.
Yes, passengers injured in ATV accidents may have the right to file a lawsuit. This could be against the ATV driver, the owner of the ATV (if different from the driver), the owner of the property where the accident occurred, or another party whose negligence may have contributed to the accident.
If your burn injury occurred at work, you might have a claim under workers' compensation. Additionally, if a third party's negligence contributed to the injury, you may also have a personal injury claim against that party.
Yes, if the boating accident resulted in death, the deceased’s family members or estate may file a wrongful death lawsuit. They can seek compensation for funeral expenses, lost future income, loss of companionship, and other damages related to the loss of their loved one.
While you have the right to represent yourself in court, it is generally not a good idea. Criminal cases are complex, and without legal training, it isn't easy to present a strong defense. The prosecutors you are up against have years of training. A criminal defense lawyer will have the knowledge and experience necessary to build a strong case on your behalf.
Yes, you can still file a lawsuit even if you've received a settlement offer. However, it's advisable to have any settlement offer reviewed by an attorney before accepting it, as it may not fully cover your damages and future needs. If you accept a settlement, you generally release your ability to file any lawsuit arising from the incident.
Yes, you can still file a lawsuit even if you were partially at fault. Missouri follows a pure comparative negligence rule, which means that the compensation you receive will be reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to you. For instance, if you are found to be 30% at fault, your compensation will be reduced by 30%.
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