Confidently handling your legal needs
Car accidents shatter lives in seconds, leaving victims facing mounting medical bills, lost wages, and life-altering injuries. At MorenoLawKC, we understand the overwhelming challenges accident victims face while battling insurance companies determined to minimize payouts. Our Kansas City car accident attorneys bring aggressive advocacy to every case, investigating crashes thoroughly, documenting all damages, and fighting relentlessly for maximum compensation. We handle all aspects of your claim so you can focus on healing while we pursue the justice and financial recovery you deserve.
Historical overview
Missouri's car accident law evolved from contributory negligence barring any recovery to comparative fault allowing compensation even when partially at fault. This transformation recognized that accident victims deserve compensation despite minor contribution to crashes. Kansas City's busy intersections and highways see thousands of accidents annually, creating extensive judicial experience with complex liability issues. Modern accident law emphasizes full compensation for all losses while holding negligent drivers accountable.
Explore the business
• Rear-end collision representation
• Intersection accident claims
• Highway and interstate crashes
• Distracted driving accidents
• Uninsured motorist claims
Benefits of our legal advisor
Our working process
Car accident representation begins immediately with evidence preservation and investigation. We dispatch investigators to accident scenes, interview witnesses, and secure surveillance footage before it's deleted. Our team coordinates medical treatment, documents all injuries, and calculates full damages including future needs. We handle all insurance communications, protecting you from recorded statements that could harm your claim. Throughout the process, we build compelling cases that force fair settlements or win at trial.
Through the ages
The immediate post-accident phase requires swift action to preserve evidence and protect legal rights. We guide clients through emergency medical treatment, vehicle preservation, and insurance notification while preventing costly mistakes. This critical period often determines case outcomes.
Resolution through settlement or trial provides closure and financial recovery enabling rebuilding. We negotiate aggressively with insurance companies, using litigation threats to secure maximum compensation. When insurers refuse fair settlements, we try cases to juries who understand devastating accident impacts.
Active case development involves comprehensive documentation of injuries, treatment, and life impact. We work with medical experts to establish injury severity, future treatment needs, and permanent limitations. Economic experts calculate lost wages and diminished earning capacity. This thorough preparation maximizes recovery potential.
Culmination
Car accidents cause devastating physical, emotional, and financial trauma requiring experienced legal advocacy. At MorenoLawKC, we fight insurance companies with determination and skill, securing maximum compensation for accident victims. Our contingency fee representation means you pay nothing unless we win your case. If you've been injured in a car accident, contact us immediately for free consultation and aggressive representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Ensure everyone's safety, call 911, exchange insurance information, take photos of the scene and damage, get witness contact information, and seek medical attention even if you feel fine.
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Missouri and Kansas?
Missouri has a 5-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, while Kansas has a 2-year limit. However, it's best to contact an attorney immediately after your accident.
What if the other driver doesn't have insurance?
You may be able to recover compensation through your own uninsured motorist coverage, or pursue other legal options depending on the circumstances of your case.
How is fault determined in a car accident?
Fault is determined by examining evidence such as police reports, witness statements, traffic camera footage, vehicle damage, and expert accident reconstruction when necessary.
What damages can I recover after a car accident?
You may recover medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, future medical costs, and other damages related to your injuries and losses.
Should I accept the insurance company's first settlement offer?
Generally no. Insurance companies often make low initial offers. Consult with an experienced attorney before accepting any settlement to ensure you receive fair compensation.
