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What Are Statutes of Limitations? In a civil case, such as a personal injury claim, the statute of limitations is a law that limits the amount of time that you have to file a lawsuit. The time limit set by a statute of limitations starts to run when a cause of action...

Summer is the season for fun—but unfortunately, it’s also a season that is full of personal injuries. Summertime is a chance to be outside--swimming at a pool or beach, hiking, biking, gardening, grilling out, etc. All these events can be fun, but it is important to...

If you work for the railroad or are employed in other types of work for the federal government, you are required to file workplace injury claims under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) of 1908. The laws have changed a lot over the years and the rules for...

Whether you have been in a car accident, are looking for answers regarding your rights to workers’ compensation, or have questions regarding a wrongful death claim, you don’t have to put off finding legal assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Times are difficult...

To prevent further spread of COVID-19, many attorneys have sought to minimize in-person contact with existing and potential clients. Fortunately, attorneys are finding ways to implement effective precautions while still providing legal assistance to those who need it....

If you notice the signs of nursing home abuse, such as unexplained injuries, unresponsiveness, sudden change in weight, obvious signs of poor hygiene, or out-of-the-ordinary behaviors, these signs of nursing home abuse should not be ignored. By law, the nursing home...

The National Trial Lawyers Announces Charles Sticklen as One of Its Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Missouri  The National Trial Lawyers is pleased to announce that Charles Sticklen of Sticklen & Dreyer, P.C. in Joplin has been selected for inclusion...

Dog ownership in the United States is on the rise. In 2017, there were an estimated 90 million dogs owned as pets in the U.S. Dogs provide companionship and protection, but, unfortunately, sometimes a dog can rage out of control and cause extensive physical and...