The Gorny Law Firm, LC

The Gorny Law Firm, LC We represent victims & surviving family injured or killed by commercial truck & car crashes, dangerous products and premises and careless professionals.

They say, “Accidents happen,” but when it comes to car and truck accidents and other serious cases of personal injury, most accidents could have been prevented had the person responsible been paying better attention or taken more care. In those cases, it is just and proper to hold the responsible parties accountable for the injuries they have caused, so that accident victims are not left to suffer

and struggle to pay for injuries that were not their fault. For over 20 years, attorney Steve Gorny and his associates have dedicated themselves to this principle, and with astounding results. Steve has been instrumental in recovering tens of millions of dollars for accident victims, including several multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements and some of the largest single recoveries in Missouri and the nation. If you have been injured due to another’s negligence or misconduct in Missouri, Kansas or nationwide, The Gorny Law Firm in Kansas City is here to help.

Workers Comp Benefits Following a Car AccidentIf an individual was involved in a car accident that happened for work-rel...
02/17/2022

Workers Comp Benefits Following a Car Accident

If an individual was involved in a car accident that happened for work-related reasons – even if it happened while driving a personal vehicle – This person may be entitled to file for workers compensation benefits. This could be true regardless of whether or not the individual was at fault in the accident in question.

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Being involved in a car accident can be an overwhelming and disorienting experience. You will of course be tending to any medical needs. And an emergency supersedes any other concerns. Then there’s property damage concerns, missed work,...

Are you familiar with mass tort litigation?When widely distributed products are defective or don’t work properly, they c...
02/10/2022

Are you familiar with mass tort litigation?

When widely distributed products are defective or don’t work properly, they can potentially cause damage to a large group of people. The victims of those faulty products can file individual lawsuits against the negligent manufacturer. When many people are affected at once, there is likely a better option.

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You’ve likely heard of class action lawsuits. But are you familiar with mass tort litigation?...

According to AAA, more than half of fatal car crashes involve aggressive driving. You’re likely aware that casualties fr...
02/04/2022

According to AAA, more than half of fatal car crashes involve aggressive driving. You’re likely aware that casualties from negligence, drunk driving, bad driving habits, and road rage are a significant issue in the United States.

It is important that drivers adhere to some common-sense defensive driving habits to keep themselves and those they share the road with safe.

Follow these tips to improve your own defensive driving skills.

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According to AAA, more than half of fatal car crashes involve aggressive driving. You’re likely aware that casualties from negligence, drunk driving, bad driving habits, and road rage are a significant issue in the United...

☑ 10 Steps To Follow After a Motorcycle Accident👉A motorcycle accident can be a terrifying and potentially devastating e...
01/14/2022

☑ 10 Steps To Follow After a Motorcycle Accident

👉A motorcycle accident can be a terrifying and potentially devastating event. We’ve put together 10 essential steps you should take if you ever find yourself in this situation.

💡 Remember, people involved in an accident, may be owed damages due to the negligence of someone else. Don’t make the mistake of trying to figure this out on your own. It could cost an untold amount of money, time and heartache. We are here to help!

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A motorcycle accident can be a terrifying and potentially devastating event. We’ve put together 10 essential steps you should take if you ever find yourself in this situation....

👉 What To Do if a Child’s Been Injured at DaycareDaycare providers are responsible for maintaining a safe environment fo...
01/10/2022

👉 What To Do if a Child’s Been Injured at Daycare

Daycare providers are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for the children who occupy their space.

Things like clear and slip-free walkways, protection from heating sources and up-to-code electrical components all must be in safe working order to lawfully operate a daycare. When injuries occur as a result of those types of things being faulty, the daycare provider could be deemed to be negligent.

If your child has suffered an injury as a result of possible daycare negligence, you may have the option to file a personal injury claim and could be owed damages. The Gorny Law Firm is available to help you assess your situation and to advise on the correct next steps. Click the image below to read more

Daycare providers are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for the children who occupy their space....

👉 Involved in a Car Accident? When in Doubt,📲Call the Police!Car accidents can be very disorienting. Things might be mov...
12/08/2021

👉 Involved in a Car Accident? When in Doubt,📲Call the Police!

Car accidents can be very disorienting. Things might be moving fast, and it’s easy to overlook the simplest and most important of details.

One such detail is contacting law enforcement. Doing so could make the difference between a successful personal injury claim and a lot of uncompensated suffering.

Once the physical well-being of everyone involved is looked after, your next most important step if you’ve been involved in a car accident is to call the police. Think this through now so that you’re better prepared should you find yourself in the jarring aftermath of a car accident.

Car accidents can be very disorienting. Things might be moving fast, and it’s easy to overlook the simplest and most important of details....

What to Do if You’re in a Car Accident 🚑 Involving an Uber or Lyft Driver?👉 Anyone who’s been out and about in a commun...
12/08/2021

What to Do if You’re in a Car Accident 🚑 Involving an Uber or Lyft Driver?

👉 Anyone who’s been out and about in a community of any size over the past several years understands that services like Uber and Lyft are largely replacing taxis. About one in four people in the United States use a ridesharing service at least once a month.

Chances are, you’ve had personal experience riding in an Uber or Lyft. But have you ever thought about what to do if you were in an accident with a car driven by one of these ridesharing services?
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Anyone who’s been out and about in a community of any size over the past several years understands that services like Uber and Lyft are largely replacing taxis. About one in four people in the United States use a ridesharing service at...

Recommendations on Keeping Records of Personal InjuriesWhen you’re injured, time can move fast. It can be easy to forget...
08/16/2021

Recommendations on Keeping Records of Personal Injuries
When you’re injured, time can move fast. It can be easy to forget important details, like the times, dates, what you saw, and what you remember of how it happened. Unfortunately, some of the details that are easiest to forget are the things that may be important to establishing your personal injury case down the road.

Keeping detailed records is key for an attorney who is trying to help establish facts in your favor. But after an accident, keeping detailed records can be harder than ever, especially if you’re undergoing medical treatment, dealing with a concussion, or even just managing the headache of insurance or legal paperwork.

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When you’re injured, time can move fast. It can be easy to forget important details, like the times, dates, what you saw, and what you remember...

Personal Injury in SchoolSchool districts, being a division of the government, are usually immune from lawsuits through ...
08/10/2021

Personal Injury in School

School districts, being a division of the government, are usually immune from lawsuits through a principle called “sovereign immunity.” However, there are exceptions to that, such as in the case of gross negligence. Exceptions may also vary depending on who was responsible for the child when the injury occurred. Did it happen on a field trip? Was it on the playground, where someone other than the teacher was in charge? While the individuals involved may change, generally, the district may still be held accountable.

Making a claim against a school district can be complicated. Different rules require filing of certain documents to put a school on notice of a claim, and various deadlines apply to shorten the period of time in which a claim can be brought. Each state’s procedures are different as well.

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Florida’s legislature is now at work to undo the state’s no-fault insurance system. The state’s senate has approved a bi...
07/13/2021

Florida’s legislature is now at work to undo the state’s no-fault insurance system. The state’s senate has approved a bill that would end the state’s existing program, requiring motorists to only carry bodily injury insurance instead, according to a News Service of Florida report. The senators say the move will likely lower insurance premiums for Floridians.

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The State of Florida requires what is known as “no-fault” insurance, which requires insurance companies to cover medical expenses for injured parties in the case of a car accident, no matter who was at fault in the...

People who have been injured and it wasn’t their fault — whether it is a car accident, trip at work, or in a more seriou...
05/12/2021

People who have been injured and it wasn’t their fault — whether it is a car accident, trip at work, or in a more serious incident — they may be wondering how they should go about seeking compensation for their injury. Depending on the circumstances of the injury, there may be a few paths to resolution. An attorney can help people navigate options.

The two primary avenues for recovery are personal injury claims and personal injury lawsuits. While they do share some characteristics, they are separate processes that can lead to different outcomes, and it’s important to know the difference.

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The difference between a claim and a lawsuit...

What are some common causes for medical malpractice cases?➡ NegligenceNegligence generally means that a person knew or s...
03/30/2021

What are some common causes for medical malpractice cases?

➡ Negligence

Negligence generally means that a person knew or should have known that they were required to provide a certain standard of care, but failed to do so. This can include items like providing substandard care, not checking on a patient often enough and allowing them to become injured during a hospital stay, or doing something else during a medical procedure. (Learn more information about Negligence by clicking the photo below).

➡ Misdiagnosis

Medicine is a challenging field, but doctors are experts. They are thoroughly trained to recognize symptoms and pinpoint causes, but they can make mistakes. This can happen if they fail to order a particular test when the evidence points to a particular condition, or if they grossly miss a disease that they generally could have diagnosed. A patient becoming injured or dying due to a preventable or treatable disease is one of the most tragic cases in the medical malpractice field. (Learn more information about Misdiagnosis by clicking the photo below).

➡ Failure to treat

A medical malpractice case based on failure to treat comes from a situation in which a doctor fails to order the appropriate medical tests, discharges a patient from the hospital too soon, or does not perform a procedure that a patient needs. This can apply to prescribing medications as well, if the loss of the medication has caused serious harm. (Learn more information about Failure to treat by clicking the photo below).

A traffic court judge in California got a surprise this week when the defendant, a local surgeon, appeared to be operating while attending court....

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