Falls are considered to be one of the primary causes of unintentional injuries in the United States according to information from NCS–the National Safety Council. In fact, falls account for almost nine million trips to the emergency room each year. Ongoing treatment is necessary for many fall victims, as well as rehabilitation and therapy. Information…
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Have you been injured in an accident that was not your fault? Each year, thousands of people suffer injuries in accidents and file personal injury lawsuits. When you file a lawsuit, you may be able to recoup things such as the money you have spent for medical care related to the accident or the pain…
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With the summer months right around the corner, many people will be getting out into nature to enjoy some fun in the sun. Boating is one of the most common and enjoyable summer activities. Nothing beats hitting the open water in a boat and experiencing all that nature has to offer. While this can be…
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Many have heard about the tragic death of Caleb Schwab on the Verruckt water slide at Schlitterbahn in Kansas City, Kansas. This is a terrific settlement for a family who suffered a needless and avoidable tragedy. However, this tragic event and the resulting settlement highlight an even greater tragedy inherent in Kansas wrongful death cases.…
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Just like any other type of vehicle, a commercial truck has to be maintained to remain in good operating condition. It is the job of the truck driver and the owner of the trucking company to ensure this type of maintenance is performed regularly. Over time, a truck will begin to show signs of wear,…
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On March 28th Missouri Governor Eric Greitens signed into law a bill that greatly complicates the use of expert witnesses in Missouri courts. The new rule is essentially an adoption of expert witness rules that have been used in federal courts since 1993. Law firms without federal trial experience will now need to change how they handle expert…
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Court Approves Remington Class Action Settlement Judge Ortrie Smith, of the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri, in a historical decision, issued his order approving a class action settlement between gun owners and Remington Arms Company, LLC. Gun owners claimed, in the case of Pollard v Remington Arms Company, LLC , that certain…
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Timothy Monsees, of Monsees & Mayer, is one of several attorneys representing the class of individuals who are suing Remington Arms Company LLC. The class is suing Remington for defects in a host of bolt-action rifles. These rifles are equipped with the Walker Fire Control, or some closely related variation. These rifles have demonstrated a…
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Remington Firearms Class Action Settlement Hearing The class action case of Pollard v Remington Arms took place on Tuesday, February 14, 2017, in the U.S. District Court in Kansas City, Missouri. Tim Monsees appeared before the Hon. Ortrie Smith as one of the team attorneys pursing the class action. This hearing was held for approval…
DetailsOver the past year, our Monsees & Mayer attorneys and staff traveled across the country and spent thousands of hours investigating scenes, interviewing witnesses and experts, and doing whatever it takes to advocate for our clients. We resolved cases involving sexual misconduct by church personnel, bad faith claims against insurance companies, injuries and deaths due to defective hunting equipment and firearms, negligent…
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