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3 Black-Owned Businesses We Love in St. Louis and Kansas City

March 2, 2021

Using your consumer dollars to patronize Black-owned businesses circulates money into communities, creates jobs, and narrows the racial wealth gap by increasing Black household incomes. We encourage you to buy Black, order Black and leave reviews about your experiences year-round. In celebration of Black History Month and through our ongoing commitment to our communities, Brown & Crouppen is proud to share a few of the...

Legal Standing: What Is Standing & Why It Matters

January 26, 2021

Thanks to a flurry of post-election lawsuits, more Americans are hearing about “standing.” What does this legal term mean and why is it so important to our judicial system?

6 Facts About The First Amendment

January 25, 2021

Controversy about the First Amendment has continued since Twitter’s ban of President Donald Trump. Here are the facts you need to know.

What Does a Mass Tort Paralegal Do?

December 29, 2020

When a potential client contacts our firm to pursue a product liability case, he/she is asked specific questions regarding the state he/she resides in, type and date of diagnosis, usage or surgery information, and any other pertinent information. The intake questions allow the attorney to determine whether a case can be accepted or rejected based on a set criterion. If a case is accepted, the...

What To Do if You Suspect Elderly Abuse / Neglect (Help Guide)

December 8, 2020

In a perfect world, we would all have the means and ability to be the sole caretakers of our loved ones. All too often, that is unrealistic and impossible which leads to the decision to place them into an assisted living facility. While many nursing homes treat residents with dignity and respect, countless others fail to meet a basic standard of care. It is a...

What Should I Do If I Get Hurt At Work?

November 6, 2020

Getting injured at work can certainly be a traumatic experience that leaves you unsure of your rights and next steps. The good news is that Missouri law requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance for this type of incident. This coverage is responsible for paying for your medical treatment (injury related) in addition to compensation for lost time on the job. Below is a...

Missouri Small Claims Court: What You Need to Know

October 27, 2020

Brown & Crouppen is a personal injury law firm, which means we handle a specific type of case—when the negligence of a person or entity results in bodily harm to somebody else. Sometimes, the Missouri small claims court system is the best option for people. Not every injury will require or even benefit from the services of a personal injury lawyer. We also get calls...

6 COMMON JURY DUTY QUESTIONS ANSWERED

October 20, 2020

6 COMMON JURY DUTY QUESTIONS ANSWERED You have been called to jury duty! Many people have questions about how this sudden obligation is going to upend their routine as well as questions about the process itself. While most perceive it as a nuisance at best, serving as a juror is one of the most important ways to participate in the democratic process. Your fellow citizens ...

How To File A Property Damage Claim After A Car Accident

October 6, 2020

Car accident damage is one of the most challenging issues to deal with after an accident, after injuries. Even when no one was hurt, dealing with insurance claims, auto repairs, or having to find another vehicle to drive can be a stressful, time-consuming process. If you’ve been in an accident (or your vehicle has), we strongly encourage you to take several pictures of your vehicle...

What a Paralegal Can Do: Understanding the Lawyer & Paralegal Relationship

October 1, 2020

The lawyer-and-paralegal relationship is a lot like the one between a nurse and a doctor. What a paralegal can do is different than what a lawyer can do, but immensely valuable, nonetheless. Both individuals are very knowledgeable as they work together to provide the best services they can as a team. Like a nurse, a paralegal assists the attorney and is typically very hands on...

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