No, you should refer them to your attorney to prevent damaging your claim.

Filing deadlines differ based on state laws, referred to as statutes of limitations.

You typically have a claim when another party's negligent actions resulted in your injuries.

After a car accident, your first priority should be to get somewhere safe, seek medical attention, and ensure everyone is safe. If possible, call the police, exchange insurance and contact information, take photographs of the vehicles and accident scene, and obtain contact information for witnesses. You should also notify your insurance company, but avoid giving a recorded statement to another driver's insurance company before speaking with a Kansas City personal injury attorney.

You may have a personal injury claim if another person or business caused your injuries through negligence or wrongful conduct. Common examples include car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, slip-and-fall accidents, dog bites, defective products, and other incidents that cause physical or financial harm. The strength of a claim depends on factors such as liability, the nature of your injuries, medical treatment, insurance coverage, and the evidence that supports your case. If you want to discuss whether you have a personal injury case, please call us to schedule your FREE consultation.

You are not required to hire an attorney after an accident, particularly if you are not injured and liability is straightforward. However, an experienced personal injury lawyer can help protect your rights, investigate the accident, deal with insurance companies, evaluate your damages, and negotiate for a fair settlement. If you suffered significant injuries, missed work, faced substantial medical bills, or had liability disputed, consulting an attorney is especially important. If you want to discuss whether you should hire a lawyer for your case, please call us to schedule your FREE consultation.

There is no reliable way to determine the value of a personal injury claim without evaluating the specific facts regarding your case and potential damages. Potential damages may include medical expenses, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, and other losses. A case’s value depends on the severity and permanency of your injuries and losses, the impact on your life, the strength of the liability evidence, available insurance coverage, and other circumstances. If you want to discuss what your case may be worth, please call us to schedule your FREE consultation.

The deadline depends on where the accident occurred, the type of claim, who is responsible, and other circumstances. Kansas and Missouri have different statutes of limitations, and special rules may apply to claims involving wrongful death, governmental entities, minors, or other circumstances. Because missing the applicable deadline can prevent you from recovering compensation, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after an injury. If you want to discuss how long you have to pursue your personal injury case, call us to schedule your FREE consultation.

Being partially at fault does not necessarily prevent you from recovering compensation. Kansas and Missouri use different rules concerning negligence and comparative fault, so the effect of your percentage of fault can depend on which state's law applies. An attorney can investigate the accident and work to establish the other party's responsibility while challenging an insurance company's attempt to improperly shift blame to you. If you want to discuss the details of your injury case and your options moving forward, please give us a call to schedule your FREE consultation.

Depending on the circumstances, an injured person may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, future medical treatment, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, and other damages. In some cases, punitive damages may also be available. The damages available depend on the facts of the particular case and the applicable Kansas or Missouri law. Also, if you are married, you or your spouse may have a loss of consortium claim. A loss of consortium claim is damages for losing the affection, companionship, marital intimacy, and aid of a spouse due to an injury. If you want to discuss the different types of compensation that you are able to pursue in your personal injury case, please give us a call today to schedule your FREE consultation.

Not necessarily. Many personal injury cases are resolved through settlement negotiations without a trial. However, filing a lawsuit may sometimes be necessary to protect your rights or obtain fair compensation. Your attorney should explain the advantages and risks of settlement versus litigation and help you determine the best strategy for your case.

Do not assume the first settlement offer is fair, particularly if you are still receiving medical treatment or do not know the full extent of your injuries. Once you accept a settlement, you generally cannot go back and ask for additional compensation for the same claim. Also, it is important to note that you do NOT have to sign a document to accept a settlement offer, and you can actually accept a settlement offer over the phone, via text, or via email. Before accepting an offer, you should speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer so that you can fully understand your medical expenses, future treatment needs, lost income, insurance liens, and the full value of your potential claim. If you want to discuss a proposed settlement on your personal injury case, please contact us to schedule your FREE consultation.

Our office and personal injury lawyer handles injury cases on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you generally do not pay an attorney's fee upfront. Instead, the attorney receives an agreed-upon percentage of the recovery if the case is successfully resolved. The specific fee arrangement, litigation expenses, and other costs should be explained in your representation agreement before you hire an attorney. If you want to discuss the costs of having our personal injury lawyer pursue your personal injury case, please contact us to schedule your FREE consultation.