Jackson Missouri Legal Blog
Estate beneficiaries may file a lawsuit to remove a trustee
A bank established in Missouri has the authority to serve as a trustee to an estate and carry out the grantor's instructions for managing the assets held in its trust. When heirs allege that a trustee breached a duty of care by mismanaging assets, however, they may...
Correctional officers may develop PTSD at work
If you work at a correctional institution, you play a valuable role in society. After all, you work to ensure both the safety of the public and that of the inmates in your custody. Still, working in the prison system can take a tremendous toll on your mental health....
Gaps in health insurance coverage may lead to bankruptcy
A study conducted by researchers, including one from the University of Missouri Law School, revealed that a gap in health insurance coverage increases the risk of bankruptcy. Medical bills, health care expenses and other personal living costs have increased for many...
The most common situations that result in wrongful deaths
Accidents happen in Missouri, but some of them result in the death of your loved one. Survivors have the right to file a wrongful death suit to recover the financial loss suffered due to someone else’s negligence. Here are the most common situations that result in...
What is and is not required to adopt a child in Missouri
There is a great number of foster care children in Missouri in need of a stable and permanent home. For one reason or another, they are unable to return to their biological families. If you have ever thought about adopting a child, now may be a good time to take the...
Get the facts on Missouri DWI charges
Driving while intoxicated results in both criminal and administrative penalties in Missouri. A DWI conviction can result in fines, jail time and significant personal and professional cost. Drivers facing a DWI court date in Missouri should understand the potential...
3 tips for estate planning at retirement
Retirement is a while new phase of life. It can be a great time to spend with friends and family. You can finally enjoy what you have worked so hard for all these years. However, it is not the time to drop the ball on your estate plan. Just as you did during other...
4 mistakes to avoid during a workers’ compensation claim
If you suffer an injury on the job in Missouri, one of the remedies available to you may be workers’ compensation. Unfortunately, many workers make critical mistakes that lead to claim denials. Knowing how to properly file a workers’ compensation claim after a...
Is bankruptcy right for you?
When you are in a financial rut, you may not know what to do to get yourself out of it. Your debt may seem insurmountable. If your money problems are not going away and are only getting worse, you may begin to wonder if bankruptcy is right for you. While bankruptcy...
Not all work-related injuries happen suddenly in one event
When you think of a work-related injury, do you think about a violent accident that causes you or one of your co-workers serious injuries? You aren't alone. Many people share this belief, which is unfortunate since injuries do not have to happen in a sudden, one-time...
