Ralston, Pope & Diehl believes that you, the client, have the right to participate in your dispute resolution. We strive to inform you, to help you, and to walk with you through your legal difficulties. For over thirty years we have served the needs of our clients throughout the midwest. The firm of Ralston, Pope & Diehl is located in Topeka, Kansas. Our firm has handled and continues to successfully handle medical malpractice, products liability, and personal injury cases in a number of states. Our firm has maintained an active practice in the States of Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Colorado, Texas and Nebraska. While known primarily as a malpractice firm, Ralston, Pope & Diehl handles a variety of personal injury cases.
handles Personal injury such as: Automobile accidents Spinal cord injury Cerebral palsy Traumatic brain injury Lead paint exposure Pesticide exposure Toxic molds Medical malpractice Wrongful death Insurance bad faith Nursing home abuse Airplane accidents Dog bites Drunk drivers Large truck cases Motorcycle accidents School bus accidents Slip and fall
At Ralston, Pope & Diehl, LLC, our Topeka criminal defense lawyers are devoted to seeking just results for our clients. We recognize that this can be a life-changing event for most, which is why we take the time to get the know the people we serve. Backed by more than 130 years of combined experience, our team leverages our talents and skills to develop solid legal strategies for our clients. Whether a case can be resolved outside of the courtroom through a plea deal or must be litigated, we are prepared to zealously advocate for our clients.
DUI/DWI
DUI: Operating or attempting to operate a vehicle while blood alcohol concentration is 0.08 or more or when unable to drive safely because of the consumption of alcohol and/or drugs.
Wrongful Death
Pedestrian accidents are one of the most serious types of collisions due to the vulnerability of a person who does not have protection against the weight and speed of a vehicle. Whether you were struck by a car, truck, or bus, your injuries may be severe and even catastrophic. These accidents are also one of the leading motor vehicle-related causes of wrongful death.
Traffic Violations
The thread among all of these causes is preventability. When people act safely and accordingly, the vast majority of car accidents can be completely avoided. Enforcing liability for damages through a claim can help people correct their driving behaviors and prevent similar collisions from occurring in the future.
Sex Crimes
Rape: Engaging in non-consensual sexual conduct with another person when the act is accomplished through force or fear, or the alleged victim is unconscious or unable to resist.
Theft
Misdemeanors
Being charged with a misdemeanor or felony in Topeka is serious. If you’re found guilty, you could be sentenced to incarceration, ordered to pay a fine and fees, and subject to various other penalties. The consequences of a criminal conviction are also long-lasting, as you will have a mark on your record that others can access and might use to make judgments about you. For example, a potential employer or landlord might deny your application because of your criminal history. However, just because you have been charged with a crime does not mean you are guaranteed to suffer the adverse impacts. In the eyes of the law, you are innocent until proven guilty, and you have the right to fight to protect your freedom and future.
Drug Crimes
Murder
Murder: Unlawfully killing another person. Kansas separates the offense into capital, first-degree, and second-degree, depending on the act.
Kidnapping
Kidnapping: Taking or confining a person by force or threat with the intent to hold them for ransom or accomplish some other activity, such as interfering with governmental functions.
In addition to aviation cases, we can also advise you on issues which may affect your business, such as antitrust issues, environmental issues, contract law, labor and employment issues, and tax issues. Our legal team is well-versed in the field of aviation law due to being active members of the aviation community.
When a patient does suffer a serious injury or passes away due to the errors of a medical practitioner, it is crucial that they are held accountable through a personal injury claim in pursuit of maximized compensation. In many regards, the only way doctors and hospitals learn from tragic mistakes is by having to use their own finances to set things right.
Medical Malpractice
Whether you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, lost a loved one due to another’s negligence, or were harmed by medical malpractice, we can help you pursue the compensation you need and deserve to help pay for expensive medical bills, rehabilitation, damaged property, lost wages, and other injury-related costs. You should not have to pay for damages when the accident was not your fault in the first place.
Auto Accidents
Dog Bites
When you or someone you love was hurt as a result of a dog bite injury, it is important that you act quickly, as the statute of limitations on cases of this nature is two years.
Ashley focuses her practice on administrative law and transactional matters, including contract drafting and review, estate planning, and more. She is licensed to practice in the states of Kansas and Wyoming.
After graduating from law school, Caitlin worked at a financial planning firm, where she advised individuals and businesses in tax preparation and financial matters. She later founded LoRusso & LoRusso, Ltd with her husband Joseph and began focusing exclusively on aviation law. Caitlin is experienced in representing a wide range of aviation matters, including transactions, crash litigation, certification defense, drone litigation, and more.