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Traffic accidents involving bicyclists and mental trauma

When a bicyclist is struck by a vehicle, they may run into a number of immediate challenges and they may also struggle with hardships that affect them for years to come. Injuries may disrupt a victim’s life in different ways, and some injuries can create problems that last for years (such as permanent immobility and being unable to return to the workplace). Moreover, some injuries are not easy to identify right away, such as Read more

Auto accidents involving unlicensed drivers

Auto accidents are often the result of a driver going over the speed limit or failing to abide by other traffic safety laws. However, there are unique risk factors that may not occur very often, but they can lead to a devastating accident. For example, an unlicensed driver may cause a crash, and someone who gets behind the wheel without a driver’s license may be especially likely to behave erratically. There are a number Read more

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The long-term financial impact of a motor vehicle crash

When an auto accident occurs, there are all sorts of immediate consequences which can completely turn someone’s life upside down. Injuries, from a broken back to brain trauma, can leave people with a great deal of pain, hospital bills and the inability to work. The emotional consequences of a crash can be severe, and some people pass away in these accidents. Unfortunately, many of these challenges result in long-term consequences that permanently disrupt the Read more

Motorcycle crashes and hand injuries

The consequences of a motorcycle accident vary from one crash to another. Some are very serious, resulting in the loss of life or a permanent disability, while others do not result in any injuries at all. There are many ways in which a motorcyclist may become hurt in a crash, such as those who sustain a head or neck injury, a broken arm or a broken leg. Moreover, motorcyclists may be especially likely to Read more

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Victims of accidents should be aware of these brain injury facts

Because the brain is so instrumental in every aspect of body function, each head trauma should be treated seriously. Individuals in Illinois should know that children and the elderly are the most susceptible to traumatic brain injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, even a “mild” concussion can cause problems for a person of any age. The Mayo Clinic reports that most often, TBIs are caused by a blow to Read more

4 Missouri personal injury laws to know

In the state of Missouri, accident victims have the right to pursue financial compensation for their injuries through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Victims of car crashes or other types of accidents may be eligible for financial settlements or awards for their damages. Understanding personal injury laws in Missouri is important for victims of any kind of accident in the state. Otherwise, they may unintentionally forfeit the right to file or miss out on Read more

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John Fox Arnold Named ICON by Missouri Lawyers Weekly

Lashly & Baer, P.C. attorney, John Fox Arnold was awarded the Missouri Lawyers Weekly ICON Award. The ICON award honors 25 men and women attorneys, judges and professors across Missouri over the age of 60 for their notable sustained success and strong leadership within and outside the field of law. John Fox Arnold is an attorney who has spent nearly half a century working to make the City of St. Louis and our region Read more

Missouri’s Congress Passes Bill Limiting Payment for Unanticipated Out-of-Network Care

The Missouri Congress passed Senate Bill 514 on May 16, 2019, and House Bill 399 on the following day. These bills revise Mo. Rev. Stat. § 376.690 to require physicians and other health care professionals to negotiate and, possibly, arbitrate claims for unanticipated out-of-network health care rendered at an in-network facility. In all cases, except when the out-of-network provider renders services to a patient that presented to the facility with an emergency medical condition, Read more

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Lisa O. Stump Selected As Women’s Justice Award Recipient

Lashly & Baer, P.C. proudly recognizes our President, Lisa O. Stump, for receiving the Women’s Justice Award from Missouri Lawyers Media. Stump, who has practiced at Lashly & Baer her entire career, became the first woman President of the Firm in 2018. We are proud to celebrate our strong leader and such a talented attorney! Stump is among 51 Missouri attorneys who was recognized at this year’s Women’s Justice Awards event, which recognizes “women Read more

Lashly & Baer Attorneys Speak on Emerging Issues for Physicians

Lashly & Baer attorneys Matthew McBride, Michael Barth, Matthew Eddy and Richard Hill presented at the HFMA Heartland Spring Conference on April 25, 2019. McBride spoke on “Recent Issues in Claims Reimbursement”, Barth spoke on “How to Respond to State Licensure Actions: Do’s and Don’ts”, and Eddy and Hill spoke on “Government Investigations and Enforcement Actions”. Make sure that the PowerPoint can be accessed. For more information contact our attorneys at 314-621-2939 or view the Read more

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