Frequently Asked Questions

Please begin by completing our secure online intake form using the "Review My Case" button. Provide a brief description of what happened and the injuries involved. This allows us to begin evaluating your inquiry before scheduling a consultation.

We generally represent injured clients on a contingency fee basis. This means there are no upfront attorney fees, and our fees depend on obtaining a financial recovery for you. The specific fee arrangement, including responsibility for litigation expenses, will be explained in a written agreement before representation begins.

You will receive a confirmation email. I personally review case inquiries, typically within one to two business days. If additional information is needed, we will contact you by email or telephone.

Beginning with an online intake allows me to review the essential medical and legal facts before speaking with you. As both a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and an attorney, I personally evaluate potential cases to determine whether further investigation is appropriate.

Not every poor medical outcome constitutes malpractice, and not every instance of negligence results in a viable legal claim. Establishing malpractice generally requires evidence that a healthcare provider departed from the accepted standard of care and caused a compensable injury. A careful review of the medical facts is necessary before reaching any conclusions.

Every state has legal deadlines, known as statutes of limitations, that restrict the time available to file a claim. These deadlines vary by jurisdiction, type of claim, and individual circumstances. Some claims also have special notice requirements or other time restrictions.

No. Simply describe what happened in your own words. You do not need to gather or interpret medical records before reaching out. If further evaluation is appropriate, we will discuss obtaining the necessary records.

Our practice is based in Missouri. I have worked with attorneys and law firms nationwide on complex medical and injury litigation. Depending on the circumstances, cases outside Missouri may be evaluated or pursued in collaboration with attorneys licensed in the appropriate jurisdiction, consistent with applicable professional rules.

I personally evaluate potential cases and remain involved in matters our firm accepts. Depending on the nature and location of the claim, I may collaborate with other attorneys whose experience and jurisdictional knowledge complement my medical and legal background. The goal is to assemble the appropriate expertise for each case.

No. Submitting an inquiry does not establish an attorney-client or physician-patient relationship. Legal representation begins only after both parties have agreed to and signed a written engagement agreement.

Until representation is confirmed, please do not assume that our firm is protecting any filing deadlines or taking legal action on your behalf.

Yes. A physician can be compassionate, experienced, and highly regarded yet still make a medical error. Malpractice is not determined by a physician's reputation or intentions, but by whether the care met accepted professional standards and whether a departure from those standards caused injury.

Our role is to evaluate the medical evidence objectively, recognizing that complications can occur even when appropriate care is provided.