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If you were in a car accident and think you might have done something wrong, you might assume that means you have no case. That assumption stops a lot of people from pursuing compensation they’re actually entitled to. Kansas law is more nuanced than that. How Kansas Handles Shared Fault Kansas follows a modified comparative fault system. Under this rule, you can still recover damages...

Court-ordered parenting plans exist for a reason. They protect children from conflict and give both parents clear expectations about custody schedules, decision-making authority, and visitation, but what happens when your former spouse simply ignores these rules? Violations happen more often than you’d think. Your ex consistently returns the kids late. They refuse to communicate about...

You’ve been there for every soccer game. You’ve helped with homework, made lunches, tucked them in at night. Now your marriage is ending, and you’re wondering what happens to your relationship with the child you’ve helped raise. It’s a painful question. And the answer isn’t always what stepparents want to hear. Do Stepparents Have Automatic Custody Rights?...

One parent refusing to allow visitation does not give the other parent permission to stop paying child support. These are two separate legal obligations in Kansas, and courts treat them as independent issues. If your ex is blocking your time with the kids, you still owe the court-ordered support amount. Why Support And Visitation Are Separate Issues Kansas law views child support as the...

You log into your bank account, and the balance reads zero. Your spouse cleaned it out. This happens far more often than people realize, and the shock of it can leave you paralyzed. You’re probably feeling betrayed, angry, and worried about how you’ll pay your bills. Those feelings are valid. But right now, you need to act fast. Immediate Actions You Should Take Don’t wait....

Most people think their auto and homeowners insurance will cover them if they cause an accident. For minor incidents, they’re probably right. But when someone suffers serious injuries, standard insurance policies often fall short. That’s when umbrella insurance becomes the difference between losing everything and protecting your assets. Below, our friends at Warner & Fitzmartin...

 After a car accident, you might receive a settlement offer from the insurance company within days or even hours. It’s tempting to accept and move on, especially when medical bills are piling up, and your car needs repairs. That first offer? It’s seldom the full value of your claim. Insurance Companies Want To Close Cases Quickly Insurance adjusters work for their company, not for...

Most people think divorce is the only way out when a marriage falls apart. It’s not. Kansas law gives you two options: divorce and legal separation. Both involve court proceedings and formal agreements, but they create completely different outcomes for your legal status, finances, and what comes next. The Law Office of Daniel E. Stuart, P.A. works with couples throughout Kansas to figure...

You’ve made the difficult decision to file for divorce, but your spouse won’t cooperate. Maybe they’re ignoring the paperwork. Maybe they’re actively refusing to sign anything. Either way, you’re not stuck. One thing about Kansas law: it doesn’t require both spouses to agree to a divorce for it to happen. Sure, cooperation makes everything smoother and...

The moments and days following a car accident are chaotic. You’re dealing with injuries, vehicle damage, insurance calls, and medical appointments. In this confusion, people often make decisions that seriously harm their legal claims without realizing it. These mistakes give insurance companies ammunition to deny claims or reduce settlements. What seems like a harmless conversation or a...