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Who’s Responsible When Guests are Injured in Vacation Homes? Renting out a home or space on one of the vacation rental platforms can be highly lucrative. However, it also comes with a certain amount of risk. For one, guests might be injured while staying at a property. If they are, who is responsible for paying for medical billsthe guest or the property owner? Click the image to learn more.... https://www.gornylawfirm.com/whos-responsible-when-guests-/

If I’m driving my car for work, will my employer’s insurance cover an accident? Click the link to read the answer to this question on our blog: https://www.gornylawfirm.com/business-vs-personal-insurance/

Be aware of the three most common winter Injuries and please be safe out there! We are all facing challenges this year that we’ve never gone through before. These challenges are becoming even more apparent with the holidays approaching. With fewer of our normal winter activities available to us and limited opportunities to socialize with others in person, more of us may be headed outside or trying new things to pass the time until life gets back to normal... Click to read more: https://www.gornylawfirm.com/winter-injuries/

What if an injury case also involves criminal charges? Sometimes, accidents happen, and no party can be truly accused of criminal action. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. It’s the job of the police to investigate the circumstances around accidents. They’re the ones who decide to pursue criminal charges if their investigation turns up actions that break criminal laws. Personal injury lawsuits, on the other hand, are civil litigation. The police don’t take any part i...n civil litigation, other than their reports being used as evidence or possibly being asked to provide a deposition around the facts of what happened. These happen in separate cases; even if someone is convicted of criminal charges that affect you as a victim, that case will not usually result in compensation to you. It’s not the job of criminal prosecutors to secure compensation for victims. In a criminal case, you may be awarded a different type of monetary payment called restitution. This can cover some expenses, such as psychological treatment and future medical costs, but rarely amounts to the true value of the civil case... Read more by clicking the below image. See more

Congratulations to Attorney Steve Gorny for receiving the Lawyer of the Year award for 2021 for the area of Product Liability Litigation Plaintiffs in Kansas City, MO!

How do Personal Injury Award calculations work? One big misconception about personal injury law cases is that plaintiffs sue over minor injuries just for a big payoff, and that a lawyer makes up a huge number to get as much as they can. In actuality, most personal injury awards are decided in a settlement before they ever go to a jury trial. This helps give the defendant a say in what they end up paying, versus leaving it up to a judge and jury. If the case does end up decid...ed by the jury, the calculations of how much a client receives in compensation at the end of a case are highly documented and based on a number of factors. There are a few different types of compensable expenses, but the following are some of the most common... Click the image to keep reading.

What is premises liability? Property owners are responsible for what happens on their property. Dangerous conditions on site can raise questions of liability, especially if it’s due to owner neglect. Left unattended, people can slip and fall, break bones, or experience a concussion, among other injuries. Some dangerous conditions include the following: -Slippery surfaces, such as doors, steps, and entryways... -Ice on sidewalks, parking lots, or in entryways -Boxes, wires, hoses, or other tripping hazards in aisles or walkways -Uneven surfaces, such as cracks in sidewalks -Spilled food, drinks, or other liquids on floors -Poor lighting The laws about an owner’s responsibility vary from state to state. Missouri, for example, classifies people on another person’s property either as an invitee, licensee, or trespasser. A property owner has more responsibility to an invitee than a licensee and more to a licensee than a trespasser. Click the image to read more.

What is nursing home negligence? The main job of care home staff is to provide one’s needs. That includes food, living assistance, basic medical care, and more, depending on the level of care provided in the home. If an elder is noticeably short on care in a particular area, that can constitute negligence. Some common signs of negligence include the following:... Malnourishment or dehydration: If the elder has lost significant weight or complains of fatigue, or hunger. Hygiene: If an elder has signs of waste on their clothes, appears unwashed, or has a particularly strong smell, it could be a sign that they are not being cared for properly or washed enough. Bedsores: Elders who cannot move themselves have to be turned frequently to avoid pressure sores or ulcers, which can become infected. These are frequently found on the back, buttocks, heels, shoulder blades, and back of the head. Bruises: Bruises may be signs of use of force against an elder, particularly on arms, wrists, sides or shoulders. Mood: Changes in mood, including anxiety, depression, withdrawal, or fear may indicate that the elder has had a negative experience and could be afraid to speak about it. There are other types of abuse as well. Elder abuse is a crime and can be prosecuted. Right now, it’s hard to visit elders in many communities, as care homes may still prohibit visitation. However, most can set up video calls or phone calls or coordinate mail, and it’s possible to still observe the resident’s health without seeing them in person. Click the image to read more on our blog page.

We are so proud to announce that Mr. Gorny received the Lawyer of the Year award for 2021 for the area of Product Liability Litigation Plaintiffs (Kansas City). Congratulations Mr. Gorny!

How do Courts Account for Pain and Suffering? There are multiple components to any personal injury lawsuit: the circumstances of the accident, the medical bills, missed work, and so on. One aspect of damages that is difficult to quantify, but often more important to the injured person, is pain and suffering. This is also referred to as non-economic damages. This is calculated separately from items like medical bills, lost wages, or other quantifiable damages, which are known as economic damages or special damages. Click the photo below to read more.

What are No Pay, No Play laws? Many states have implemented laws that block uninsured drives from being able to sue for certain benefits if they are uninsured at the time of the accident. In essence, states want to block uninsured drivers from being able to claim benefits when the other party couldn’t do the same because the uninsured driver did not pay for insurance. Click below to read more. https://www.gornylawfirm.com/no-pay-no-play-laws/

How can Posting on Social Media Hurt my Personal Injury Case? These days, there are endless ways to share your life with others. Some make sure to update Insta...gram daily, others chime in via Twitter or Facebook. But while social media can be a major connecting force in life, it can also have its drawbacks in court... Click the image to read more. See more

It’s important to seek medical care right away when injured in a car accident, both for the health of the individual and for future liability concerns. But is it safe to go to a hospital during the pandemic? With the world tied up in a pandemic, people may hesitate before going to the hospital for injuries or illness not related to the coronavirus... Click the photo to read more:

Insurance Premiums Auto Refunds Due to COVID-19 - What kinds of refunds are being given? So much about life in America has changed in the last few monthsfrom how we work to how we play and travel. As more people are staying home, fewer are out on the roads, which sounds like it should be good news for driving safety. However, most people are still paying for car insurance, despite their sudden reduction in car use. Insurance companies have noticed this and started to issue s...ome refunds of premiums, ranging from small lump sums to percentages of their premium. The process can be a little confusing, and may raise questions about whether your policy still covers everything you want. Click the link to keep reading: https://www.gornylawfirm.com/insurance-premiums-auto-refun/

Is a Virtual Mediation Secure? The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has turned all of our lives upside down in many different ways. Those of us fortunate enough to have our health and maintain our law practices are experiencing a great number of changes in the way we conduct business. One of those changes concerns mediation. With social distancing and stay-at-home requirements in place, many lawyers have decided it is not possible to mediate cases. At The Gorny Law Firm, we have reached a different conclusion. We have mediated a number of cases utilizing the Zoom platform. What follows are general observations about the issues and questions which arise when utilizing this and other electronic tools to pursue settlement during the pandemic... Click the link to learn more: https://www.gornylawfirm.com/virtual-mediation-during-a-pa/

Sometimes a collision occurs in your vehicle when you are not the person behind the wheel. Would your insurance cover the damages and medical bills if you are not the one driving your car? Click the link to learn more. https://www.gornylawfirm.com/will-my-insurance-cover-an-ac/

What Responsibility do Employers Have to Keep Employees Safe? Though most Americans are doing their best to stay home to socially distance and keep their families and community safe from coronavirus, with offices closed and roads largely empty, there are a handful of businesses where employees still have to report for work and see people frequently. That includes grocery store employees, social workers, pharmacists, and health care workers. Employers are required to provide s...afe working conditions for their employees by federal and state law. However, amid a global pandemic, the steps employers are taking may not be enough to keep their employees entirely safe. On March 25, Wando Evans of Evergreen Park, Illinois, was found dead in his home. He was 51 and had been complaining of symptoms consistent with COVID-19the disease caused by the novel coronavirustwo days before. His family filed a lawsuit claiming the company failed to provide reasonable protection for him, including personal protective equipment and social distance... Click the link to continue reading the article. https://www.gornylawfirm.com/what-responsibility-do-employ/

We are honored to announce that Mayor Quinton Lucas appointed Attorney Chris Dandurand to the KCMO Health Commission. Congratulations Chris Dandurand!

How Do I Know a Personal Injury Lawyer Will Take my Case? Injuries take a lot out of us, physically and mentally. It can be hard to keep your thoughts together around the time of an accident, and when it’s over, it may be confusing to determine if you need a lawyer. After all, how many people retain the services of a lawyer frequently? You may not even know if it’s worth bringing your case to a lawyer in the first place. Presenting the facts about your case to a lawyer may ac...tually be easier than you think. However, there are times when an attorney may choose to decline your case, so it’s good to think about the factors that may go into successful personal injury litigation. Please click the link to read more. https://www.gornylawfirm.com/how-do-i-know-a-personal-inju/