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Auto & Vehicle Accidents
- Wild HIgh Speed Car Chase Ends in Two Arrests
- Three Area Crashes Leave 2 Dead, 2 Injured Sunday
- Olathe Teenager Struck by Pickup Truck While Riding Bike
- Kansas City Kansas 9-Year-Old Struck and Killed in School Bus Accident
- Kansas City High Speed Car Chase Ends in Arrest
- Top 20 Crash Sites in Kansas City, Missouri
- Law Enforcement Agencies Work Together on Click It or Ticket Campaign
- Wornall Road Named Worst Street by City Manager
- Distracted Jogging In Overland Park
- One Child Killed, Others Injured in I-70 Crash During Inclement Weather
Medical Malpractice
- 68 Prescription Drug Fatal Overdoses at Kansas Medical Clinic - New Allegations
- Surgery leaves woman with 4 breasts: could this happen in Kansas City?
- Are Kansas City residents at risk from pharmacy error?
- Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery complications - Congressman John Murtha's death Raises Medical Mistake Questions
- Big Step Against Tort Reform?
- 98000 Reasons: The Fight Against Tort Reform
- Research shows prescription mistakes are common
- 1.5 Million Medical Mistake Victims ... YOU NEED ANSWERS!
- CONCUSSIONS ARE SERIOUS INJURIES
- Tort Reform's Devastating Impact On Injury Victims
Workers Compensation
- Grandview Company fined in floor collapse that injured employees
- Tell Them What Happened and What Hurts!
Trucking Accidents
- Semi Loses Control on Missouri Highway - Three People Injured
- Missouri semi truck crash: hazardous loads may endanger the public
- Southbound I-35 Closed Following Tractor-Trailer Accident
- Semi Truck Accident in Springfield Leaves One Man Dead, Twin Brother Critically Injured
- Distracted truckers pose a danger to Missouri motorists
Dangerous Drugs
- Herbal supplements and heart drugs a dangerous mix for Kansas City heart patients
- FDA warns obesity drug Meridia increases risk of heart attack
- Tylenol recall expanded to cover 27 products including Rolaids
Death Cases
Defective Products & Product Liability
- Are energy drinks a threat to your Missouri teenager?
- Growing Concerns: Will Toyota Solve the Problem?
- TOYOTA COROLLA POWER STEERING
- Toyota Prius Brake Recall Announced
- When It Rains, It Pours! More Shocking News From Toyota Involving Prius and Lexus Brakes
- Will the Toyota Fix Work? Federal Investigators Looking at Other Possible Causes of Sudden Unintended Acceleration
- Toyota Fix to Begin Next Week
- Toyota’s Problems Are A Reminder to All To Check Their Floor Mats
- Toyota Recall: Suspension of Sales and Production Suggests The Problem Really Is Serious
- Child death spurs recall of Dorel Asia cribs
Drunk Driving Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Nursing Home Negligence
Brain or Spinal Cord Injury
Child Injury
- Liquid Detergent Capsules Can Cause Child Eye Injuries
- Accidental Firearm Death in Florida
- Dog Attacks: What Parents Need to Know
- Hot Dogs as a Choking Hazard
- Fairway day care closed after safety violations found
- CPSC Commissioner Warns Children's Products Manufacturers
- Child Drowning: Are Swimming Lessons Making Parents Too Comfortable?
- Chicago Babysitter Suspected of Fracturing the Skull of a Nine-Month Old Infant
- Discovery Kids Recall of Marine Lamps and Safari Lamps
- Missouri Autism bill would require coverage for autism treatment
General
- “Facts Are Stubborn Things”
- Civil War Averted (JACO to drop lawsuit against KC)
- More Reasons Why Being Overweight Isn’t Healthy!
- Civil War in KC? (County vs. City)
Latest News
- Posted on 3/11/2010Semi Loses Control on 71 Highway, Three Injured
- Posted on 3/10/2010HIgh Speed Chase Ends in Two Arrests and Vast Property Damage
- Posted on 3/10/2010Crash Shuts Down Southbound I-35 Near Downtown Kansas City
- Posted on 3/8/2010Overnight Auto Accidents Kill 2, Injure 2
- Posted on 3/8/2010Several crashes make a deadly weekend on Kansas City's I-70
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a Missouri or Kansas resident with questions about your traffic accident, medical mistake or workers' compensation case? Then you have come to the right place. The lawyers at the Roswold Law Group maintain this list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for accident and injury victims just like you.
FAQ Categories:
- Auto & Vehicle Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Brain or Spinal Cord Injury
- Child Injury
- Dangerous Drugs
- Death Cases
- Defective Products & Product Liability
- Medical Malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Workers Compensation
- General
Auto & Vehicle Accidents
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
- I wasn’t wearing a seatbelt during the crash. Do I still have an injury case?
- How long do I have to file a PI claim in Missouri?
- How long do I have to file a PI claim in Kansas?
- Should I give the insurance company a recorded statement?
- What should I do if I've been injured in an accident?
- Do I need an attorney?
- Does the insurance company have to provide me with a rental?
- Who pays for my medical bills?
- What is med pay coverage?
- What is Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage?
- Do I have to pay back my health insurance or Medicare/Medicaid?
- Should I sign a medical authorization from the other driver's insurance company?
- What if my medical bills exceed the insurance coverage of the other driver?
- What if the other driver is uninsured?
- What is my case worth?
- If I accept a check for my property damage, does that affect my injury claim?
- What if I am found partly at fault for the collision?
- What Must Be Proven To Win In Every Personal Injury Case?
- What can I expect from my attorney?
- What can I do to protect my personal injury claim?
Trucking Accidents
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
- What is a commercial truck?
- Why are truck accidents different from other motor vehicle accidents?
- What's the first thing I should do following a truck accident?
- Should I deal with a trucking company or its insurance company after a truck accident?
- Are trucking companies regulated?
- Does Federal law limit the number of hours a trucker can drive his truck?
- Are trucks required by federal law to carry insurance?
- Are there some common causes of truck accidents that are unique to trucking?
- Are truck drivers required to have a special type of drivers license?
- What does the term "underride accident" mean?
Brain or Spinal Cord Injury
- What is a neuropsychologist and how does a neuropsychologist play a role in a brain injury patient's care and recovery?
- How can a personal injury lawyer help me get compensation for my Kansas or Missouri brain injury case?
What Are The Most Common Types, Causes, And Symptoms Of Brain Injuries?
Child Injury
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor.
- Am I entitled to compensation for the time I took off work to care for my injured child?
- Does A Child Injury Require An Attorney?
Dangerous Drugs
Death Cases
Defective Products & Product Liability
Medical Malpractice
- What diseases are most often misdiagnosed in Kansas City?
- What is meant by punitive damages?
- I’m taking my medicine and following my doctor's instructions, but I’m not getting better. Is this medical malpractice?
- I signed a consent form, does this mean that I can’t sue for medical malpractice?
- What is medical malpractice?
- What must I prove to win a medical malpractice case?
- How long do I have to bring a suit against the hospital or doctor?
- Is it difficult to prove doctor negligence?
- What can I expect from you, as my attorney?
Motorcycle Accidents
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
- I don’t have personal injury motorcycle insurance; can I still claim damages for my Kansas or Missouri motorcycle accident?
Slip & Fall Accidents
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
- What Is A Slip And Fall Injury And What Types Are Most Common Types of Slip and Fall Injuries ?
Workers Compensation
- Can I lose my job if I file a Missouri or Kansas workers’ compensation claim?
- What benefits are provided by the Workers' Compensation Laws?
- What should I do if I have been injured at work?
- What should I expect from my employer if I'm injured on the job?
- Who pays for my doctor bills?
- Can I choose my own doctor?
- Am I still entitled to receive Workers' Compensation benefits if this is my second or third work injury?
- What is the Second Injury Fund?
- Will I still be entitled to receive Workers' Compensation benefits if I re-injure the same body part?
- As my attorney, what can I expect from you?
General
- How can I help my attorney with my case?
- What is a contingency fee?
- What are the costs associated with preparing and/or filing a claim and who pays those?
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FAQs
Auto & Vehicle Accidents
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
Trucking Accidents
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
Brain or Spinal Cord Injury
- What is a neuropsychologist and how does a neuropsychologist play a role in a brain injury patient's care and recovery?
- How can a personal injury lawyer help me get compensation for my Kansas or Missouri brain injury case?
What Are The Most Common Types, Causes, And Symptoms Of Brain Injuries?
Child Injury
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- What is the definition of negligence?
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor.
Dangerous Drugs
Death Cases
Defective Products & Product Liability
Medical Malpractice
- What diseases are most often misdiagnosed in Kansas City?
- What is meant by punitive damages?
- I’m taking my medicine and following my doctor's instructions, but I’m not getting better. Is this medical malpractice?
Motorcycle Accidents
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- What is the definition of negligence?
Slip & Fall Accidents
- Is there a difference in the definition of the term “negligence” or “negligent” as it relates to a minor?
- Are there situations where people are expected to use a higher degree of care?
- What is the definition of negligence?
Workers Compensation
- Can I lose my job if I file a Missouri or Kansas workers’ compensation claim?
- Who pays for my doctor bills?
- What should I expect from my employer if I'm injured on the job?