Summary: Crime victims can face serious physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial losses after an assault or other violent crime. When negligent security or another party may share responsibility, experienced legal representation can help victims pursue compensation. These results demonstrate how Meyerkord, Russell & Hergott fights for victims and digs deeper into the circumstances of […]
Yes, Under Certain Circumstances Summary: Victims of assault may have a claim against an apartment complex if the property owner knew about criminal activity and failed to provide adequate security. This blog explains the key factors that affect security negligence claims, including prior crime, inadequate security measures, and the severity of injuries. I am a […]
Summary: Attorney General Announces New Crime Victim Resources Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach recently announced expanded crime victim resources to assist survivors and their families in the aftermath of crime, with a focus on making help easier to find. The Kansas VINE system, the nation’s leading automated victim notification service, now includes a searchable “Service […]
Security negligence is complex, and preventable. When a property owner fails to provide adequate security and someone gets hurt, the law offers a path toward accountability and justice. As security negligence lawyers in Kansas City, we’ve handled cases where simple safety measures could have prevented life-changing injuries. In this article, we’ll break down how security […]
What to Do if Someone Physically Assaults You Injuries from assaults can be serious or fatal. When someone intentionally hits you or causes you harm, the injuries can range from concussions to broken bones to death. As a personal injury lawyer handling all types of assault claims in Kansas and Missouri, including sexual assault, I […]
In any premises liability case, notice on the part of the property owner is the most important part. WHAT IS NOTICE? Notice is when the property owner knew, or could have known, about the danger or hazard that hurt you in time to fix it, barricade it, or warn about it. In crime victim cases, […]
The Kansas City Star recently published an article about the legal liability for Chiefs victory rally on February 14, 2024. The article discussed several options for victims of the shooting to get money compensation for their injuries. Although well-researched and with quotes from two of the best Kansas City personal injury lawyers, the article misses some […]
Representing individuals at risk of violent crime or involved in the criminal justice system poses unique challenges. An article by attorney Nick Hergott, Clients Injured in a Violent Crime May Have a Valuable Personal Injury Case, published in Missouri Lawyers Media explores strategies and resources to help victims seek justice and recovery beyond criminal courts. Types […]
Summary: Claims to the Missouri Tort Victims’ Compensation Fund have increased significantly in recent years, driven by more situations where injury victims cannot fully recover from the at-fault party. While the Fund provides an important safety net, rising claim volume and funding limitations may affect how much compensation victims ultimately receive. What Is the Missouri […]
At Meyerkord, Russell & Hergott, we handle many premises liability cases. We have been prosecuting premises liability cases in Missouri and Kansas for over a decade. Because of the number of premises liability cases we handle, we strive to keep ourselves up to date on the latest developments in this area of practice. Here are a few recent […]
We are personal injury lawyers in the Kansas City area and have been handling premises liability cases for 15 years. We’ve handled and investigated many different types of premises liability cases. A common question we get from prospective clients is whether their case qualifies as a premises liability case. Premises liability cases stem from a property owner’s duty to […]
I’ve practiced personal injury law in Kansas City for over a decade and have handled hundreds of premises liability cases. A common question I get from potential slip or trip and fall clients is do I have a good case? Although there are too many factors to list here, I’d like to share three of the biggest signs of a […]
The duty to protect customers from criminal acts arises out of notice. If the business knows or has reason to know that such acts are being committed or are reasonably likely to be committed in a particular area of the premises, then it must take reasonable steps to prevent that crime and protect its customers […]
Over the years, our personal injury firm has handled many crime victim cases. These are premises liability cases against a property owner when the property has a crime problem or the owner knew about a potential crime but didn’t do anything. Here are the 3 most common properties we’ve had crime victim cases against. Apartment […]
Crime victim cases are similar to premises liability cases in that they require property owners to address dangers to visitors. Just like a store must clean water off the floor within a reasonable time, it must also address any crime problems. If a store knows or should know that crime is happening on its property, […]
The Independence Center mall made headlines recently for a shooting that occurred there earlier this month. As a personal injury lawyer in Missouri who has handled many crime victim cases, I’d like to outline how the mall could be liable to pay money compensation to the victim of the shooting. Crime victim cases are based […]
Kansas City is currently seeing the highest murder rate in its history. As of July 30, there have been 110 homicides in Kansas City, according to the Kansas City Police Department. As of June 30, the KC Star reported there have been 28 more homicides than the same time last year. As a Kansas City personal injury lawyer […]
There’s been an increase in car crash calls. It seems people have forgotten how to follow the rules of the road and drive safely during the lock-down. We’ve gotten new calls for rear-end car collisions and crashes with speeding since the lock-down has been lifted. Please remember to drive carefully, to put down your phone, […]
The Kansas City Star recently published a story about “ugly” gas stations hurting neighborhoods. The article discusses how gas stations whose owners fail to maintain them in decent condition are causing problems for neighborhoods, including decreased property values and increased crime. The author suggests a number of solutions, including enlisting the help of neighborhood associations and reporting […]
Summary: Yes, a Section 8 housing property owner may be held responsible if unsafe conditions, negligent security, or property hazards cause someone to be injured. Like other property owners, Section 8 landlords have a responsibility to maintain safe premises and address known dangers. Key Takeaways What is Section 8 Housing? Section 8 housing is a […]
When you are in a wreck that involves property damage only, it usually is not economical to hire an attorney. You often would spend more money on the attorney to help you than that attorney can recover on your behalf. Further, there are many online resources that people can use to get the value of […]
Negligent Landlords We’ve all experienced problems with landlords in the past. The toilet in your rental won’t stop running or the basement is flooding even in the lightest of rain, and you’re landlord won’t fix it. Many of these problems are minor and annoying, but sometimes a landlord’s neglect can be dangerous or fatal. When […]
Generally speaking, businesses in Missouri are not required to protect their customers from crime. If you are injured in a hold-up or robbery or any other crime at a business, the business is generally not liable for your losses. However, Missouri law says that in some circumstances, a business can be responsible for your injuries […]
There have been far too many stories in the news in the Kansas City area of violent crimes at convenience stores. I recently updated my Kansas City personal injury website and added a blog entry regarding security cases. As a Kansas City inadequate security lawyer, I make it my mission to force these store to own up to […]
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