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Biography
30 years experience handling personal injury (auto accident, slip and fall, malpractice, other negligence) and bankruptcy (Ch 7 & Ch 13) cases. BBB accredited, friendly, professional representation. History of excellent trial and jury verdicts. Highly reviewed and recommended by Google and Yahoo users. No history of any ethical complaints or sanctions. Member of the Kansas Bar Association, Johnson County Bar Association and Christian Legal Society.
Education
- University of Kansas School of Law
- J.D. (1991) | Law
- Activities: Christian Legal Society, President
- Texas Christian University
- B.B.A. (1987) | Finance
- Honors: magna cum laude
Professional Experience
- Partner
- Adams Cross LLC
- - Current
- Owner/Attorney
- David S. Adams, Attorney at law
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- HS and the Law - Friend or Foe
- KBA Journal
Speaking Engagements
- Bankruptcy Update, Lunch Series
Awards
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers
- 2016-2023
- Distinguished Peer Rating
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Superb Rating
- Avvo
- Client Champion - GOLD
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Olathe
- Three Best Rated
Professional Associations
- Kansas State Bar
- Member
- Current
- Johnson County Bar Association
- Member
- Current
- Kansas Bar Association
- Member
- Current
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Kansas
- Kansas Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
Most injury/accident cases are handled on a contingency fee basis; fee percentages will be determined based on complexity of the case, and any complicating liability factors; all other cases are either flat fee or hourly.
Practice Areas
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Languages
- English
Legal Answers
- Q. Wanted advice on rental car accident
- A: Several things need to be examined here. Was your boyfriend at fault? Was he covered under any other possible policy? What are the exact terms of your personal car insurance? We would be happy to discuss these items with you further if you would like. Legal help should be accessed sooner than later.
- Q. I live in Missouri and was rear ended on my motorcycle at a red light in Kansas.
- A: The other driver's insurance will be liable for your medical expenses, lost wages and pain/suffering damages - including future costs in those categories. It is very advisable that you talk to experienced legal counsel as soon as possible so that you do not short-change any recovery you may be entitled to receive. Kansas has a two year statute of limitations, so be aware of that also. As far as property damage, you may be able to get reimbursed on rental vehicle expenses incurred prior to getting into another vehicle. Sounds like you may have already recovered for the actual value of the motorcycle. I hope that the insurance company gave you a halfway reasonable value - the attorney can ... Read More
- Q. what happens if someone is riding a motor cycle on the highway and is struck by a power line pole electricuted, boots bl
- A: So long as the statute of limitations has not run on the claim (usually 2 years in Kansas and 5 years in MO), you should still be able to pursue and conclude the claim. A number of possible issues involved in a prior attorneys involvement. That should all be resolvable as part of resolving the underlying claim. You should be talking to a personal injury attorney right away about getting your claim resolved.
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