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Top Ten Truck Accident Causes and Factors

February 5,2020
Car Accidents

Accidents involving a commercial truck can have far more serious outcomes than those related to passenger vehicles only, which makes perfect sense when you consider the size and weight of a typical semi-truck. When a standard passenger vehicle is pitted against a far larger and heavier semi-truck, t...

5 Accident Situations Where You’ll Need a Personal Injury Lawyer

February 5,2020
Personal Injury

For many people, being involved in an accident is a traumatic experience – both physically and emotionally. When you are dealing with an accident situation, having a professional injury lawyer to rely on can make a world of difference. Not only will you have the benefit of a knowledgeable legal ad...

Right of Way Laws in Kansas

December 27,2019
General

When you’re first learning how to drive, there is a considerable amount of information to cover in order to make sure you know how to stay safe on the roads. One of the most important aspects of safe driving is understanding the concept of the right of way. The right of way is addressed in seve...

Motorcycle Safety Laws In Kansas FAQs

December 19,2019
FAQ

There's maybe nothing more American than the idea of the zipping down the highway in a motorcycle. The motorcycle is the essence of independence and has added a "cool" factor to all who ride since the days of James Dean. Yet, the open road can also be a dangerous one, even if you're safe. When it...

Palmer Law Pleased with Kansas State Supreme Court Decision on Right to Trial by Jury

June 18,2019
General

The Kansas Supreme Court ruled on Friday, June 14th that it is unconstitutional to have a maximum limit on the amount of damages a jury can award in personal injury lawsuits. The Supreme Court found that a cap on damages for pain and suffering was not in compliance with the Kansas State Co...

What if the Insurance Company has already offered me a settlement?

January 31,2019
FAQ

It cannot be said enough that insurance companies are in the business of minimizing payouts to maximize their company profits. Insurance companies will almost always try to settle quickly which is usually to their financial benefit. No matter how nice the insurance adjuster seems, the goal of mos...

Do I really have a legal claim?

January 31,2019
FAQ

One of the first things that people wonder after they are hurt in an accident is if they have a legal claim. It is often difficult to maneuver through all of the details of a case, especially when insurance paperwork is involved, so let the Palmer Law Group help you navigate the system from start...

I was recently involved in a car accident, what do I do now?

January 31,2019
FAQ

First and foremost, make sure you are safe. Call 911 if necessary. If the accident is in the past but you have sustained a personal injury, then you should consider calling an experienced law firm. One of the award-winning lawyers at Palmer La...

What will a lawyer cost me?

January 31,2019
FAQ

Palmer Law is proud to offer free consultations. A member of our award-winning legal team will speak with you and you will never pay Palmer Law any money until we have won your case....

Smith v. Union Pacific, 222 Kan. 303 (1977)

January 31,2019
Awards, Settlements & Verdicts

A case overruling prior precedent regarding passenger look-out duties at a railroad crossing....