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Advocating for Kratom-Related Injury and Fatality Victims in Kansas City
Seeking justice through a kratom death lawsuit or kratom overdose lawsuit? Our dedicated attorneys at Royce Injury help victims pursue rightful compensation for kratom-related harm.
What Is Kratom and Why Is It Controversial?
The scientific name of Kratom, which is a type of coffee plant, is Mitragyna speciosa. The plant is native to Southeast Asia – Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia and is used as a pain reliever, sedative, and medical herb in the medicine industry. High doses can result in severe medical consequences and, in some cases, death. Therefore, under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and under section 195.017 of the Missouri Revised Statutes on Controlled Substances, the distribution of Kratom is punishable as a felony.
Recognizing Symptoms and Complications of Kratom Toxicity
Toxicity from Kratom can be observed in:
- Neurological symptoms such as dizziness and hallucinations.
- Gastrological symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
- Cardio symptoms such as hyperventilation and change in blood pressure.
- Psychological symptoms such as mild hysteria, anger, and irritability.
Saint Luke’s Health System Kansas City (+1 816-932-5678) and University Health Truman Medical Center (+1 816-404-1000) provide treatment for Kratom poisoning and overdose. If you have suffered a loved one to Kratom wrongful death, you can file a suit for compensation.
Compensation Available in Kratom Injury Cases
You can claim economic damages (medical expense, loss of income, workers’ comp benefits) and non-economic damages (fines, psychological treatment, pain and suffering, wrongful death) for kratom injury cases. Below are some examples of such cases:
# | Case/Victim Name | Damage Type | Compensation Type | Compensation |
1 | Economic & Non-economic | Wrongful death compensation | $11 million | |
2 | Economic & Non-economic | Wrongful death compensation | $9 million | |
3 | Coyne v. CHIN 2 CORP., Wash: Court of Appeals, 2nd Div. 2023 | Economic Damages | Medical expenses and wage loss | $256,000 |
4 | Economic Damages | Punitive Damages | $450,000 |
Steps to File a Lawsuit for Kratom-Related Adverse Effects
According to the statistics by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, out of 27,338 reported cases of kratom overdose, 59.9% resulted in deaths from toxicity. To file a lawsuit for kratom-related injuries or death, follow these steps.
Step 1
Consult a personal injury attorney to weigh your case, forums, and remedies.
Step 2
File your personal injury lawsuit in the Jackson County Circuit Court, Clay County Courthouse, and St Louis County Court.
Step 3
Gather relevant medical reports and expert opinions that establish the harm was done due to kratom overdose.
Step 4
Serve the at-fault party with court notice and proceed to discovery and trial.
Who is Eligible to File a Kratom Injury Claim?
In a kratom overdose lawsuit
Eligible Person(s) | Damages Type | Missouri Statutes for Kratom Injury/death |
Victim |
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Heir(s) or legal guardian(s) |
Key Evidence Required for a Successful Kratom Lawsuit
In both injury related to overdose lawsuits or kratom wrongful death lawsuits, you will need the following key records as evidence to win a fair compensation in Kansas City:
- Medical report from reliable medical institutions like Saint Luke’s Health System Kansas City and University Health Truman Medical Center.
- Insurance records from Missouri Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
- Expert opinion
How a Kratom Injury Lawyer Can Help Your Case
Kratom injury lawyers are specialized attorneys in product liability, equipped with knowledge of local laws, tactics of the insurance companies, and an affiliation with the Missouri Bar Association. All these elements are essential tools which can help you win the compensation you deserve. They know how to tackle the complex legal processes and navigate the lawsuit with precision and vigil that are required to win kratom injury lawsuits.
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