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In Missouri, a wrongful death claim may generally be filed first by the deceased person’s spouse, children, surviving descendants of a deceased child, or parents. If no one in that group is entitled to file, Missouri law permits certain other relatives or a court-appointed plaintiff to bring the claim. Depending on the claim and who is filing, potential recoverable damages may include financial losses, funeral costs, lost support and services, and the loss of companionship and guidance.

If you believe medical malpractice caused your injury, you generally have two years to file a lawsuit in either Missouri or Kansas. However, there may be exemptions that could extend or limit that deadline. Missing the filing deadline can prevent you from pursuing compensation, even if the medical negligence is well documented.

When seeking medical treatment, you place a tremendous amount of trust in the professionals responsible for your care. Whether you are undergoing surgery, receiving emergency treatment, managing a chronic illness, or simply attending a routine appointment, you expect your healthcare providers to act with competence and sound judgment.

When a property owner fails to keep their space safe, and you suffer an injury because of it, you have the right to file a claim for compensation. However, you must be able to establish a duty of care for your claim to succeed. Proving that a property owner owed you a duty of care takes hard work, a deep understanding of local laws, and a willingness to stand up to big insurance companies.

A slip and fall may seem like a minor incident at first—but the aftermath can affect your health, finances, and daily life for years. Slip-and-fall claims often involve disputes over fault, medical evidence, and long-term impact. If you've suffered an injury from a slip-and-fall incident, you need an attorney who can step in to protect your rights and push back against attempts to minimize your claim.

Walking should be safe. Whether you are grabbing lunch, crossing the street to a park, or just getting some exercise, you have the right to use a crosswalk without fear. Unfortunately, drivers don’t always pay attention. When a vehicle hits a pedestrian, the results are often devastating. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a crosswalk accident in Kansas, you likely have many questions about what to do next.

A motorcycle ride on the open road can be thrilling, but a collision can alter your life in a heartbeat. However, when a motorcycle collision involves more than one other vehicle, determining responsibility is often a significant challenge.

Falling down a flight of stairs can lead to serious injuries, including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord damage. These injuries can result in significant medical bills, lost wages, and long-term pain and suffering. If you're lawfully on someone else’s property, it's common to expect a certain level of safety. Unfortunately, injuries from falls on poorly maintained staircases happen far too often.

Construction sites are hubs of activity, buhey are also filled with potential dangers. When an individual is injured on a job site, the consequences can be life-altering. At Denning Law Firm, LLC, we understand the heavy burden that falls on injured workers and their families.

When a large commercial truck is involved in a collision, the consequences are often devastating, and determining who is at fault is not always straightforward. Truck accident cases, therefore, typically require a deep understanding of federal and state trucking regulations. Any violation of these rules can be a direct indicator of negligence on the part of the truck driver, the trucking company, or another party. Without a clear understanding of these standards, it can be challenging to build a strong liability case.