Jefferson County Personal Injury Attorney

ATV Accidents

As the popularity of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) continues to grow in the United States so too does the number of ATV accidents. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 750 deaths and 128,000 injuries are caused by ATV accidents each year. Many injuries resulting from ATV accidents can often be attributed to one or more of the following factors. Some of these include, but are not limited to:

Automobile Accidents

A car accident is one of the most unanticipated, yet frequent, life-changing events one can encounter. In the blink of an eye, an individual may experience disastrous injuries that lead to costly medical bills, long-term care expenses, lost wages, loss of ability to work, loss of ability to enjoy life, or care for your family. More serious accidents may have caused you to suffer a disability or even the wrongful death of a loved one. If you have been involved in a car accident, you want to be confident that you have the assistance of an experienced attorney who will fight to get you the just compensation that you deserve.



We are dedicated to helping victims of car accidents. We will aggressively pursue your claim with the goal of recovering maximum compensation for your injuries. If you have suffered as the result of a car accident, do not wait to contact the Lednick Law Firm at (636) 638-2150 for a free consultation.

Boating Accidents

Each year in the United States, hundreds of people are killed and thousands are injured because of preventable boating and jet-ski accidents. In many cases, these accidents are the result of negligence or error on the part of a boat operator, passenger or another individual. On the other hand, it could be the watercraft itself, a failure of the boat equipment or even a manufacturing defect that causes an accident.

Common types of boating accidents include, but are not limited to:

Burn Injuries

Burn injuries are one of the most painful injuries a person can experience. Burns often result in damage to the nerves, resulting in excruciating pain. Serious burns can also cause a host of additional problems, including permanent damage to muscles, tissues, nerves, as well as the respiratory system.

One common cause of serious burn injuries are due to negligent business practices. Although many burns are caused by contact with fire, other sources of workplace burns may include burns caused by explosions, electricity, chemicals, acid or heat sources. These often result because the business has failed to adhere to safety guidelines, the use of defective equipment or many other reasons.

Victims of serious burns often require extensive hospitalization and rehabilitation, and in severe cases, skin grafting. Burn victims are more susceptible to infections because the damaged skin is unable to protect the body from bacteria. Thousands of serious burn victims die each year as a result of these injuries.

Construction Site Accidents

Construction sites are by their nature extremely dangerous. Federal and state regulations require that property owners and contractors provide a safe workplace for employees and bystanders near a construction site. When a person is injured in a construction site accident, the result can be devastating. Some common types of construction site accidents are the result of falls, being struck by falling objects, scaffolding and ladder collapses, explosions, improperly used equipment, electrocution, and being struck against an object or being caught in between objects. Any of these can result in serious injuries, impairment, paralysis, or even death.

Drunk Driving Accidents

In Missouri, and throughout the United States, drunk driving is one of the leading causes of serious car accidents. These crashes often result in serious injury or death for the victims, while the drunk driver always seems to walk away with only minor scratches.

If you are the victim of an accident involving drunk driving you can hold the driver responsible for the pain and suffering they have caused you and your family. We will aggressively pursue legal action against drunk drivers who cause serious injury or death to innocent motorists, bicyclists, pedestrian or motorcycle riders. In some cases, party hosts or drinking establishments can also be held liable for serving alcohol to an underage individual or a clearly intoxicated person who is later involved in a drunk driving accident.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists are at substantial risk of being seriously injured when involved in a crash. A high percentage of motorcycle accidents result in the rider and/or passenger being seriously injured due to the lack of protection that otherwise would be provided in a regular vehicle. Accident victims and their families may face the loss of income, high medical bills, permanent damage and continued emotional distress as a result of these accidents. Motorcycle accidents may result in a number of medical conditions including road rash, spinal cord injuries, brain damage, bone fractures or even death and dismemberment.

Common factors that often play a role a motorcycle accident, including a motorist changing lanes without looking, followed a motorcyclist too closely, turning into the path of a motorcyclist, failed to yield to the biker and failed to pay attention to the surroundings. We will carefully examine your accident, gather medical records, interview witnesses and, when necessary, confer with experts to formulate a persuasive case on your behalf.

Nursing Home Negligence

Thousands of cases of nursing home negligence are reported each year in the United States, however, there are many more that go unnoticed. If you or a loved one has been injured because of neglect or abuse in a nursing home, you may be entitled to compensation. The sole objective of many nursing and retirement homes is pure profit. Due to an aging population, many nursing facilities are filled to capacity, yet lack sufficient caregivers. In addition, many nursing home employees do not have adequate training to provide even a minimal level of care to the elderly.

An improperly administered nursing home with an underperforming staff will undoubtedly lead to a dangerous and unsanitary environment which causes residents to suffer. Residents may suffer both physical and emotional detriment due to nursing homes falling below acceptable standards. Some of the common signs of nursing home negligence include malnourishment, fractures caused by falls, dehydration, unexplained bruises or lacerations, noticeable weight loss, poor hygiene, and bedsores, among others. Regrettably, many residents needlessly die each year due to nursing home negligence.

Pedestrian Accidents

Accidents involving pedestrians often result in serious injuries. Many times, these accidents are caused by careless drivers who fail to obey traffic rules. In many cases, innocent pedestrians pay for these negligent mistakes which may change their lives forever.



When a pedestrian is hit by a car, truck or another motor vehicle, numerous injuries can result. This type of accident may result from any number of factors, including speeding, drunk driving, failure to recognize a pedestrian right-of-way, failure to stop at a crosswalk, failure to stop at a stop sign or stoplight, or failure to provide enough space on road for a bicycle. Considering the speed and size of an automobile, the pedestrian is often left with severe injuries, including broken bones, head injuries, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis or even death.

Products Liability

When consumers purchase a product, they expect it to be safe. Nevertheless, many thousands of individuals experience the consequences of accidents resulting from defective products each year. There are three main causes of product liability accidents.

1. Design defect – If a product is improperly designed it is already unsafe before it is even manufactured. Although the product is being used properly and works as designed, a design flaw can still make it dangerous. A product that has a design flaw will likely affect every unit that is made and likely lead to a widespread recall.
2. Manufacturing defect – Sometimes a product is well designed but is built or manufactured incorrectly. Sometimes only a few products may be defectively manufactured, while other times the defect is widespread.
3. Marketing defect – If consumers are not properly instructed on the proper use, maintenance requirements, or potential dangers of a product, there could be what is called a “marketing defect.” Manufacturers who fail to provide adequate warnings on how to use or assemble a product–or who fail to warn consumers about dangers associated with a certain product may face a product liability lawsuit.
   

Traumatic Brain Injury

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be the “not so obvious” result of a serious personal injury accident. An individual suffering from TBI may appear normal and healthy on the outside. However, those who truly know the person often recognize that something is just not right. The effects of TBI can be serious. Individuals with severe injuries can be left in long-term unresponsive states. For many people with severe TBI, long-term rehabilitation is often necessary to maximize function and independence. Even with mild TBI, the consequences of a person’s life can be horrendous. Change in brain function can have a dramatic impact on family, job, social and community interaction.

As a result of TBI a person may experience amnesia, inability to speak or understand, mental confusion, difficulty concentrating, difficulty thinking and understanding, inability to create new memories, inability to recognize common things, abnormal laughing and crying, aggression, impulsivity, irritability, lack of restraint, persistent repetition of words or actions, balance disorder, blackout, dizziness, fainting, or fatigue, anger, anxiety, apathy, loneliness, sensitivity to light or sound, slurred speech or impaired voice, persistent headache, a temporary moment of clarity, bleeding, blurred vision, bone fracture, bruising, depression, loss of smell, nerve injury, post-traumatic seizure, ringing in the ears, or stiff muscles.

Trucking Accidents

Missouri roadways are becoming more congested due to increased population and a rise in the number of vehicles on the roads. In addition, significantly more semi-trucks and other commercial delivery vehicles are joining the daily commute. Because of the increase in 18-wheelers on the road, there has been a corresponding increase in the number of trucking accidents.

Trucking accidents may result from a variety of factors such as driver fatigue, driver distraction, improper truck maintenance, defective equipment, truck overloading, speeding, tire blow-outs, improperly trained drivers, cell phone use and others. It is important to hire a lawyer who will take the time to thoroughly review and investigate maintenance records, driver logs, weight, speed, load distribution, and other factors to determine if the driver and trucking company was operating in compliance with regulations.

Uninsured / Underinsured Motorists Claims

Thousands of vehicle accidents happen each year on Missouri’s roads, and many of these involve underinsured or uninsured motorists. While an underinsured driver doesn’t have enough insurance to cover damages, an uninsured motorist has no auto insurance whatsoever. However, Missouri law requires that auto insurance policies include coverage for uninsured motorists. This coverage is meant to protect insured drivers in the event of being involved in an accident with an uninsured driver.

When an individual is involved in an accident they are often tempted to accept the first settlement that is offered by the insurance adjuster. Regrettably, insurance companies often attempt to pay out the smallest amount the can under an uninsured or underinsured motorist policy. The result is that the innocent victim is usually left without satisfactory compensation to cover the personal property or injury damages they have sustained.