Most personal injury cases proceed on a theory of negligence. Even product liability cases, which have the additional option in most instances of proceeding on what is known as “strict liability”, may also proceed on negligence. Automobile cases, slip and falls, dog bites, and most other cases are ultimately submitted to juries based on whether the defendant was negligent in…
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When you get behind the wheel, you are accepting the risk that goes along with this. While you may try to protect yourself by driving larger SUVs or pickup trucks, these are still no match for fully loaded, 80,000-pound tractor trailers. When smaller vehicles are involved in an accident with big rigs, the results can be devastating…
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In recent years, thousands of riders and drivers of Uber and Lyft have fallen victim to harassment, unwanted physical contact, indecent exposure, sexual assault, and rape. For instance, Uber reported 3,824 incidents of sexual assault and misconduct in 2019 and 2020. Of the 998 incidents of sexual assault reported in 2020, 141 of those incidents were reported as non-consensual sexual penetration or rape. For both…
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Sadly, colleges and universities are all too often the setting for sexual assaults. This too is the case at both on-campus and off-campus sorority and fraternity houses. Just last week, protests erupted outside an off-campus fraternity house at the University of Kansas. Scenes of hundreds of students rallying outside of the fraternity, calling for an…
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Sexual violence reports at schools are drastically rising. From the 2015-16 school year to the 2017-18 school year, schools reported a 55-percent increase in sexual violence. Each year, students are sexually assaulted by other students and teachers. In certain situations, schools can be held liable for sexual abuse that occurs on their property or by one of their teachers/employees. This…
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Monsees & Mayer is excited and proud to announce its new shareholder, Ryan Frazier. This is an exciting change that points to the bright future our firm holds. “Monsees & Mayer was first formed in 1995 as Monsees, Miller & DeFeo. Richard Miller had worked for Woolsey Fisher in Springfield for 14 years before joining…
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Labor Day is around the corner, which means we can enjoy an extra day off to relax, have fun, and unwind. Are you planning on doing something exciting for this short holiday before the school year starts again? If you’re considering an adventure out on the water this weekend, we want to make sure you’re…
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It’s a celebration at the Monsees & Mayer offices! Although times have changed in the 26 years since we first opened our doors, our mission has never changed – to fight for justice on behalf of those who need it most. Here’s to 26 more!
In recent news, the alleged abuse at Agape Boarding School has been brought to light by way of two new lawsuits, bringing the total number of cases to four. On August 6th, lawsuits were filed in Cedar County Circuit Court, where the school is being accused of negligence that led to physical and sexual…
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We would like to celebrate Monsees & Mayer’s Founding Shareholder Timothy Monsees on his reception of the 2021 ICON Award! This award is given to attorneys who spend years fighting for clients, demonstrating dedication to justice inside and outside the courtroom. We think Tim exemplifies these qualities everyday. The Monsees & Mayer team could not…
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