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What Is the Difference Between Personal Injury & Bodily Injury?

Jun 28, 2021

They may sound the same, but personal injury and bodily injury are two different things on a legal level. You may hear the phrase personal injury during a civil claim, while bodily injury is more common in a criminal case. They also refer to two different types of auto insurance coverage. Understanding the difference between…
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Can I File a Personal Injury Case If My Child Was Injured?

Jun 25, 2021

Children are just as prone to serious injuries from accidents as adults, if not more so. Motor vehicle collisions, school and daycare accidents, falls, dog attacks, defective toys, playground accidents, and drowning lead to thousands of child injuries each year. According to Stanford Children’s Health, approximately 12,000 children are killed by unintentional injuries annually. If…
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What If You Miss the Filing Deadline for a Personal Injury Claim in Missouri?

Apr 30, 2021

Every state has deadlines on bringing personal injury claims. The laws that enact these deadlines are called statutes of limitations. It is critical to know and obey your deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit in Missouri. Otherwise, your case may not stand, and the defendant’s attorney will most likely file a motion to dismiss….
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