A recent Missouri premises liability case highlights the consequences of ignoring long-standing safety issues. A 23-year-old college golfer suffered severe leg fractures after slipping on a rotted plywood bridge at a golf course. Staff admitted the hazardous condition had existed for years and acknowledged it was poorly maintained and unsafe when wet.
The injury required emergency surgery, followed by months of physical and occupational therapy. Our client faced significant challenges during recovery, including difficulty walking, performing daily tasks, and adjusting to life without full mobility. He also missed his entire senior season of college golf—a major personal and athletic loss. Our firm successfully secured a $450,000 settlement on his behalf, providing compensation for medical expenses, ongoing recovery, and the lasting impact the injury had on his life.