September 9, 2021 | Car Accidents
When you’re in a car crash, it’s tempting to call the insurance company, accept their first offer, and try to get back to normal as quickly as possible. However, you may not realize that hiring a car accident attorney after a crash not only makes… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Do You Have Grounds to File a Personal Injury Claim in St. Louis? In order to bring a personal injury claim and seek damages after an accident or injury, you must prove that another person or party failed to uphold the duty of care they owed to… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Questions about the statute of limitations in Missouri are often asked by injury victims and their families, such as: “How long do I have to sue for a wrongful death?” “What’s the deadline for opening a worker’s compensation claim?” “If I was in a car accident, do… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Personal Injury Claims & Liability If you’ve been in an accident in Missouri, you may be eligible to receive full compensation for medical bills, time off of work, and other damages against the defendant or negligent party if you file a personal injury claim. The… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Understanding Your Right to a Fair Recovery An accident can change your life in an instant. One moment, everything is normal and the next, you’re facing serious injuries, ongoing medical care, and an uncertain future. Any accident can have devastating consequences and can lead to… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Most Common Types of Car Accidents Every year, thousands of people are injured or killed in car accidents throughout the United States. While traffic-related fatalities are declining in Missouri, according to data from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the state is still a far way off… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
You Could Be Entitled to Compensation for Your St. Louis Car Accident Claim Car accidents often lead to serious injuries. These injuries can be debilitating and may take weeks or even months to heal. Some may never heal completely, even with extensive and ongoing medical treatment…. read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
What Damages Are Available in a Missouri Personal Injury Claim? When you begin to calculate damages and compensation for personal injury claims, it’s important to keep in mind that every case is different. The personal injury lawyers at The Dixon Injury Firm in St. Louis provide an… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Our Lawyers Can Help You Maximize Your Claim’s Value The lawyers at The Dixon Injury Firm are focused on providing the highest level of care to car accident clients. If you have been in a car accident and you’ve suffered injuries, significant damage to your… read more
September 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Guidance from Experienced St. Louis Car Accident Attorneys There is nothing that can prepare you for a collision or crash. Most people who experienced car accidents agree it is a shocking event and it is important to obtain the services of a St. Louis car accident… read more
August 9, 2021 | Car Accidents
What to Do if Your Car Was Hit While Parked? If, after a long day at work, you walk out to your car and find that someone hit your car while you parked it in the lot, it can ruin your evening. If you act… read more
August 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dixon’s Fire Injury Claims Lawyers Focus on St. Louis & Surrounding Areas House fires, building fires, and other structure fires are one of the leading causes of injury in the United States. More than 15,000 injuries and 3,200 deaths were reported in the United States… read more
July 30, 2021 | Car Accidents
The amount of compensation you receive for car accident claims is a difficult one to reach. Insurers and adjusters will use calculations and past cases, often undervaluing your claim. If victims aren’t careful or patient, they may miss out on a much larger reward. Reimbursement… read more
July 28, 2021 | Personal Injury
Under Missouri law, individuals responsible for injuring another are required to pay for all of the injured party’s harms and losses. This includes a victim’s lost wages. Following an accident, an injured individual will often be required to miss a substantial amount of work while… read more
July 7, 2021 | Car Accidents
It’s always a good idea to have a police report after an accident, but many drivers don’t realize it’s actually a requirement for most Missouri car crashes. But which crashes do you have to report, and what’s the benefit of this document? Let’s find out…. read more
June 28, 2021 | Truck Accidents
If you are merging onto the on-ramp of a highway or driving on an interstate, and a semi-truck suddenly encroaches upon your lane and runs you off the road, you could sue the truck driver for damages. Negligence takes place when a driver acts in… read more
June 7, 2021 | Car Accidents
When driving a rental car, you probably don’t expect that you’ll be in a crash, but sometimes life has other plans. When a crash happens, you’ll almost certainly need to rely on insurance. That raises the question: Are you required to have special liability insurance… read more
May 13, 2021 | Car Accidents
Yes, you can sue if a bicycle hits your car. You must gather evidence, prove negligence, and establish the value of your losses. The process of dealing with the accident is nearly the same as a car accident. You must collect evidence, exchange information, and… read more
May 10, 2021 | Dog Bites
You’re walking down the street when you see someone walking their dog. They pay you no mind until you pass them. Without warning, the dog lashes out and bites the back of your leg, ripping your pants. You’ve never been bitten before, and now you’re… read more
April 21, 2021 | Wrongful Death
If someone is killed by a defective product, such as a heated blanket that overheats, a defective car airbag, or a hazardous household item, the immediate family members of the victim could be eligible to sue the product’s manufacturer, retailer, or additional parties for product… read more
April 5, 2021 | Car Accidents
If you were recently in a car crash and woke up one morning with back pain, you’re not alone. Car crashes account for about 40% of back and spinal cord injuries in the U.S. What many don’t realize is that back pain isn’t the only sign of… read more
March 3, 2021 | Traumatic Brain Injuries
Without a doctor present, it’s difficult to tell the difference between a head injury and a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Someone can seem fine immediately after a crash or a fall, only to experience severe and dangerous symptoms in the following days. Because brain injuries… read more
February 3, 2021 | Personal Injury
You may have heard of someone suffering catastrophic injuries in a car crash. While the term “catastrophic injury” certainly brings vivid imagery to mind, it doesn’t explain the injury or how it will impact someone’s life. This can make it difficult for people impacted by… read more
January 14, 2021 | Car Accidents
The process of settling a car accident case can be complex and take as little as a couple of weeks to settle or a matter of months. If you have been in a car accident and are wondering how long it’ll take to get a… read more
October 9, 2020 | Car Accidents
It is the insurance company’s job to decide who is at fault in a car accident involving more than one party. In some accidents, there is a clear answer to who is liable. In other car accidents, the circumstances of a crash may show that… read more
October 7, 2020 | Car Accidents
There are dozens of insurance companies in the U.S. that are available for drivers to buy insurance policies. Every insurance company has its own unique policies and rules about deductibles. If you are involved in an accident that isn’t your fault, you might find yourself… read more
September 28, 2020 | Car Accidents
If you’ve been in a car accident, the odds are that emergency services show up. This may not include the police. However, if there were serious injuries, the right amount of availability for local or state response, there’s some sort of physical altercation, or if… read more
September 10, 2020 | Product Liability
Letting Customers Down Is Just The Beginning Since the beginning of 2014, GM has recalled over 28 million vehicles through more than 50 recall campaigns, representing more cars recalled during the first six months of this year than all GM vehicles sold between 2007 and… read more
May 28, 2020 | Car Accidents
There are two types of ‘fault’ rules used to determine who is liable in a car accident: No-Fault and At-Fault. The State of Missouri follows the at-fault rule based on a varying percentage of ‘fault’ for each party involved in the accident. If you have… read more
May 22, 2020 | Long Term-Care Facilities
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), on average, individuals over the age of 65 are more susceptible to being infected with COVID-19. Individuals over the age of 65 that live in nursing homes or other long-term care facilities are at an… read more