Woman using crutches walks the hall of a hospital with her doctor.

January 26, 2021 Accidents and Injuries, Auto Accidents, Premises Liability, Workers' Comp

How a Pre-Existing Condition Can Affect a Personal Injury Claim

If you were injured in an accident that worsened a pre-existing condition, you may be wondering how your condition will affect a personal injury claim. Although the pre-existing condition leaves you more prone to injury, it does not prevent you from filing a claim if your injuries were caused by the carelessness of another party….

December 29, 2020 Construction Site Injuries, Workers' Comp

Co-Employee Liability: Pursuing a Claim for Injury Caused by a Co-worker

When a workplace injury is caused by the negligent or reckless actions of a co-worker, you may be able to bring a personal injury lawsuit against them as an individual. This type of case is referred to as co-employee liability. But workplace injuries are not always the result of co-employee liability. Accidents can happen anytime,…

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July 15, 2020 Workers' Comp

Workers’ Compensation Eligibility for Employees Who Contract COVID-19

Emergency Rules for First Responders, Essential Workers in Missouri & Illinois For months, first responders and healthcare professionals have gone above and beyond the call of duty to keep our communities safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some have paid the ultimate price for their bravery and selflessness. Celia Yap Banago, RN, worked for nearly 40…

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April 20, 2020 Accidents and Injuries, Articles and Resources, Auto Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Wrongful Death

Filing a Personal Injury Claim for a Child or Minor

Accidents happen and parents are well aware of this. But accidents involving a child aren’t always as innocent as spilling finger paint and tripping over a toy. Injuries to a child may be something much more serious. Think of recent news headlines: A child seriously injured by a negligent home-based daycare provider. An infant in…

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March 25, 2020 Firm News

PC&A Issues Statement on COVID-19

In light of recent events, including the “Stay at Home” orders issued in the St. Louis region in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, the attorneys and staff at Padberg, Corrigan and Appelbaum (PC&A) wish to share the below statement with our community: * * * * * We represent individuals who seek…

Person getting an adjustment from a chiropractor.

January 17, 2020 Medical Malpractice

Chiropractic Malpractice: Can a Neck Manipulation Cause a Stroke?

When Katie May passed away suddenly from a stroke at just 34 years old, it was initially ruled an accident. After further investigation, a coroner determined the stroke that claimed the model and single mother’s life was caused by injuries sustained during neck manipulation by a chiropractor. And Ms. May is not the first to…

Red vehicle that was involved in a car accident.

October 28, 2019 Auto Accidents, Trucking / Tractor Accidents

7 Steps to Take If You’ve Been Involved in a Car Accident

You don’t think it will happen to you – until you hear the dreaded crunch of metal. It can be a stressful experience when you are involved in a car accident and don’t know what to do afterwards. When a collision causes severe injuries, costly vehicle damages or both, it may be helpful to hire…

October 3, 2019 Accidents and Injuries, Auto Accidents

Liability for ATV Accidents on Private Property

What has four wheels, travels up to 65 miles an hour and can be operated without a license? All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) or “four wheelers” are revered for their sporting and utility capabilities, making them beneficial for farmers, yard workers and emergency response teams. There are generally very few regulations restricting their use on private property…

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August 19, 2019 Firm News

Nicole Burlison Knepper Named 2018 Lon O. Hocker Award Recipient

It is with great admiration that Padberg Appelbaum Knepper (PC&A) congratulates associate attorney Nicole Burlison Knepper on receiving the 2018 Lon O. Hocker Award. Each year, the award is presented to three young lawyer members of the Missouri Bar Association who exemplify extraordinary proficiency, high ethical conduct and meticulous preparation for trial. Established in 1954…

July 10, 2019 Abuse and Neglect, Articles and Resources, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Wrongful Death

“Never Events”: What to Know About Health Care Standards and Errors

On February 8, 2006, then-President George W. Bush signed the Deficit Reduction Act (DRA) of 2005. This piece of legislation included meaningful changes for Medicare and Medicaid that rippled into our modern health care system. Notably, the DRA authorized Medicare to refuse higher reimbursements to health care facilities for a variety of serious and preventable…

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