Missouri personal injury — frequently asked questions

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis -- our fee is a percentage of what we recover for you, and only if we win. If we do not recover anything, you owe us nothing at all.

Five years for most personal injury claims under RSMo 516.120. Medical malpractice is two years under RSMo 516.105. Wrongful death is three years under RSMo 537.100. Claims against government entities may have notice requirements as short as 90 days.

Yes. Missouri follows pure comparative fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault but not eliminated. Even if you were 40 percent at fault and your damages are $100,000, you recover $60,000.

Straightforward cases often settle within six to twelve months. Cases involving disputed liability or severe injuries can take 18 to 36 months. Cases that go to trial take longer. We give every client a realistic timeline after reviewing their specific facts.