As you may have experienced, COVID-19 has put increased pressure on the delivery service industry. With most of the population following stay at home orders... Read More
America’s work climate has changed over the last several decades. Companies like Amazon, Uber and Ebay have paved the way in creating a new way... Read More
Home Delivery Services – Mini Series Home Delivery Services – The Human Cost Amazon has single-handedly changed the way we shop. Americans love the convenience... Read More
When a wrongful death occurs, it is an emotional and unsettling experience for everyone involved. When a person dies as a result of the misconduct... Read More
Morefield Speicher Bachman’s founding members Rick Morefield, Stan Bachman and Andrew Speicher were once again named to Super Lawyers’ Annual List of Top Attorneys in... Read More
As you may have experienced, COVID-19 has put increased pressure on the delivery service industry. With most of the population following stay at home orders... Read More
Mediation is an alternative to a jury trial that often leads to the settlement of lawsuits and legal disputes. Mediation can take place before or... Read More
During COVID, drivers and passengers who get injured in a motor vehicle accident are sometimes reluctant to visit doctors and hospitals for fear of getting... Read More
Coming to Our Office, Covid-19 Practices Our number one priority is your safety and the safety of everyone who works here. For that reason, we... Read More
Wrongful death cases arise from many different causes. Fatality accidents are sadly an all too often occurrence on the roads and highways across Kansas and... Read More
Are you a small business owner wondering if you have an insurance claim for business interruption, for a cyber security incident, or other problems arising... Read More
America’s work climate has changed over the last several decades. Companies like Amazon, Uber and Ebay have paved the way in creating a new way... Read More
Home Delivery Services – Mini Series Home Delivery Services – The Human Cost Amazon has single-handedly changed the way we shop. Americans love the convenience... Read More
Summer means getting outdoors to enjoy the nice weather. More people are out and about walking and riding their bikes. Family and friends are gathering... Read More
Losing a family member is one of life’s most difficult experiences. If the death was caused by the misconduct or negligence of another, it is... Read More
OSHA Compliance – Excavation and Trenching The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced that it is stepping up their safety enforcement and education... Read More
If you’re a construction business owner, it is important to be aware of upcoming trends in the industry. Being able to anticipate what is ahead... Read More
Major Personal Injury in Minor Car Crash? Car crashes account for an astounding number of major personal injuries every year. The National Highway Traffic Safety... Read More
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), defective products injure millions of Americans every year, and kill thousands of others. We use dozens... Read More
By Stan Bachman Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC Cash flow is king in construction and getting paid is perhaps the most important variable whether a business... Read More
Driving and fatigue are a dangerous combination. But when it comes to drivers of big rigs, the problem is even more serious. Commercial trucks weigh... Read More
By Stan Bachman Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC Two words that create instant anxiety for construction contractors are”construction defects.” That’s because there are a host of... Read More
In a split second, a spinal cord injury can change someone’s life forever. It is estimated that 17,500 spinal cord injuries occur every year. Currently,... Read More
The winter holidays are right around the corner! From Thanksgiving through New Year’s, we all look forward to enjoying the holiday hustle and bustle, spending... Read More
By Stan Bachman Attorney, Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC When it comes to the construction business, risks are high and profit margins are low, and there’s... Read More
These days, there seems to be confusion surrounding the terms “concussion” and “traumatic brain injury.” Often, we hear about concussions that occur because of a... Read More
Here’s What You Can Do If You Fall The weather in Kansas and Missouri is notoriously unpredictable, especially in winter. The morning may be clear... Read More
Current statistics report that approximately 250,000 spinal cord injuries occur every year. Because the spinal cord contains bundles of nerves that run from your brain... Read More
Used With Care, Liens Are A Highly Effective Way To Get Paid By Stan Bachman Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC Construction can be one of the... Read More
Traumatic brain injuries are just that: traumatic. These injuries can have a profound impact on not only the victim, but also the victim’s loved ones.... Read More
By Stan Bachman, Partner Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC It’s time to finalize the contract with your client. Do you include an arbitration clause? That might,... Read More
We are committed to speaking out against drunk driving. That’s why we are big supporters of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). Because we help many... Read More
By Stan Bachman Attorney & Founding Member, Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC For a $10 trillion industry, technology remains a surprisingly small part of the construction... Read More
When the weather turns warm, there is nothing better than getting out in the fresh air and enjoying it. If you are a motorcycle enthusiast,... Read More
Spinal cord injuries are life changing. You may be coping with putting your life back together after an accident and wondering about your next steps.... Read More
The human brain is a marvel. Everyday it seems science is discovering more about how our brains develop, function over our lifetime, and heal from... Read More
If you’ve worked with Stan before, you probably know that his background is actually in construction – which is a perfect fit, considering he’s a... Read More
Unless you have been in an accident, you’ve probably had little opportunity to deal with an insurance adjuster. As long as you pay your premiums... Read More
In a way, the construction industry is a lot like the healthcare industry. Many patients wait until they are seriously ill to see a doctor.... Read More
Andrew always knew his calling was to help people. After all, this path started for him long ago. There are few experiences more formative than... Read More
Did you know every 8 seconds someone is injured in a car crash? Join us in spreading awareness for Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Many of... Read More
You probably know he’s passionate about his clients. You probably know he loves practicing law. But there is a lot you don’t know about Rick.... Read More
MSB ALERT: The City Council for Kansas City, Missouri recently passed restrictions on the ability of employers to inquire about and use a job applicant’s... Read More
We strongly believe worker safety should be one of your top priorities as a construction firm. Do you have policies in place to ensure you... Read More
The opioid crisis seems to be in the news a lot lately. Construction firms may be faced with the difficult tension of helping employees stay... Read More
Do you know how to stay safe when driving around tractor-trailers? Though we do it every day, we often forget that tractor-trailers are much different... Read More
According to a recent survey which questioned 1,000 firms nationwide, the construction industry is decidedly on an upswing. Firms appear to be optimistic and the... Read More
Whether you are a general contractor or a subcontractor, it is important to have a complete understanding of your construction contract before starting the project.... Read More
Driving in winter weather can come with all sorts of unexpected dangers – slick roads, stranded vehicles, limited visibility and more. Keep these 5 tips... Read More
As the weather changes, different safety issues arise. In the summer, there are warm weather hazards to be aware of such as heat stroke and... Read More
Millions of Americans gather with loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving. The includes road trips to family who live in other states and lots of cooks... Read More
It’s no secret that construction work is dangerous. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 1 in every 5 fatalities in private industry... Read More
37% of people have fallen asleep while driving. On top of that, 60% of people have driven while tired, 13% report falling asleep while driving... Read More
In April, important payment protections were put in place for subcontractors and suppliers for public work projects that were financed by public-private partnerships. This new... Read More
We all recognize that construction is a dangerous business. There are countless ways that someone can get hurt. One significant danger is struck-by accidents. A... Read More
AIA has been an industry leader in providing form contracts to the construction industry for over 100 years. Every ten years their documents are revised... Read More
Attorney Richard Morefield has been appointed as Chair of the TIPS Trial Techniques Committee for the 2017-2018 membership year. As chair, Rick will lead a diverse group... Read More
High rise or multi-level construction is common these days and presents many potential dangers, one of which is scaffolding accidents. It is estimated that 2.3... Read More
Each day drunk driving causes 27 deaths in the United States. That’s 27 deaths each day that are 100% preventable. Here’s how you can help... Read More
Back in March of 2016, OSHA published a regulation that requires construction employers to limit worker exposure to respirable crystalline silica. Silica can be dangerous... Read More
Morefield Speicher Bachman’s founding members Rick Morefield, Andrew Speicher, and Stan Bachman were named to Super Lawyers’ Annual List of Top Attorneys in Kansas and... Read More
Improving access to legal services for low income individuals and families is a critical component of breaking the cycle of poverty for individuals and families... Read More
Drunk driving accidents are 100% preventable. Even so, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 10,265 people in the United States died from alcohol-related... Read More
When a car and bicycle collide, the injuries to the bike rider can be catastrophic. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, in a majority... Read More
If you like the Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC law firm on Facebook, then you have probably seen us sharing events for our Overland Park, Kansas neighbor... Read More
What is Whiplash? Whiplash is one of the most common personal injury diagnoses following a car accident. When an ER doctor examines a patient complaining... Read More
Traumatic brain injury, concussions, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) have been regular topics in the news, sports, and entertainment. Public awareness of these injuries is... Read More
In Missouri, subcontractors, skilled laborers, and materials suppliers who are not paid for their work, have a right to file a Mechanic’s Lien against commercial real property... Read More
The National Safety Council has designated April “Distracted Driving Awareness Month.” Texting and driving has become one of the biggest distractions to drivers on Kansas City roads, and... Read More
Nobody starts their night-out saying “I hope I hurt or kill somebody tonight in a drunk driving accident.” But if you or somebody you care... Read More
Next in Morefield Speicher Bachman’s series on law for non-lawyers, is a discussion about appeals in Kansas. This article will look at what the appellate courts do... Read More
This is the third article in our “Law for Non-Lawyers” series. If you are involved in a lawsuit, you should ask your lawyers about mediation... Read More
When you are injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident caused by someone else’s negligence you will likely be asked by the at-fault driver’s... Read More
After suffering injuries in a car accident caused by somebody else’s negligence, most people are focused on getting the medical treatment they need to recover.... Read More
From the Court of Appeals of Missouri, Eastern District, came a case of “first impression,” on 2 different issues concerning mechanic’s liens in Missouri. The... Read More
Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC is pleased to welcome paralegal Aimee Burton to the MSB family. Aimee received her Associate of Arts degree from Coastal Carolina... Read More
In negligence cases, one of the first issues a personal injury lawyer considers is who was at fault. In non-legal terms, negligence cases are those in... Read More
I don’t know about you, but I’m itching for all this Kansas City rain to stop so I can start riding regularly again. The wind in my face. The... Read More
Stan Bachman and Rick Morefield have been selected for inclusion in the 2015 Kansas and Missouri SuperLawyers publication. This honor is limited to no more... Read More
When it comes to Kansas mechanic’s liens, how important is the name of the contractor on the lien if you’re a subcontractor or material supplier?... Read More
Morefield Speicher Bachman, LC is pleased to welcome Kate Stromsted to our team. Kate joins us as a part-time legal office assistant. She is a... Read More
On May 1, 2015, Rick Morefield, Kelly Smits (Willis North America, Inc.) and Gerard Gregoire (Director – East Litigation Services, Allstate Insurance) were panelists at... Read More
We created this blog to provide timely and useful information about important legal issues. As a rule, we stay away from politics. This is one of... Read More
Victims of traumatic brain injuries are sometimes frustrated or alarmed because they are sent to so many different medical specialists. While it can be annoying for... Read More
It seems like simple common sense that trucking companies should not put drivers on the road who are known to have drinking problems. A google... Read More
According to the U.S. Courts website, individuals in Kansas and other states are being targeted once again by a juror phishing scam. Scammers seek to... Read More
Injury victims who suffer a broken bone, a burn, or a serious wound deal with significant and obvious pain and limitations. Their friends and loved ones can... Read More