Missouri Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Kansas City, St. Louis, and Beyond
Kaufman & Lynd represents people hurt in car crashes, truck accidents, falls, and other negligence cases across Missouri. Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman is licensed to practice in Missouri and has more than twenty years of experience helping injured people pursue full compensation. Whether you were hurt in Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, or a rural county, your case review is free and confidential, and you pay no fees unless we win.
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Missouri personal injury claims at a glance
- Filing deadline
- 5 years (3 years for wrongful death)
- Fault rule
- Pure comparative negligence
- Insurance
- At-fault state; 25/50/25 minimums
- Your attorney
- Jeffrey S. Kaufman is licensed to practice law in Missouri and 17 other states.
- Cost to you
- Free consultation and no fees unless we win.
Missouri injury attorneys
Why Missouri Injury Victims Choose Kaufman & Lynd
Licensed in Missouri
Attorney Jeffrey S. Kaufman is a licensed Missouri attorney, so you work directly with a lawyer admitted to practice in your state.
Decades of experience
Partners Jeffrey Kaufman and Craig Lynd have worked together since 1997 and have been responsible for more than fifty thousand cases.
No fees unless we win
You pay nothing upfront, and your consultation is always free and 100% confidential.
Trusted by clients
Kaufman & Lynd holds a 4.9-star rating from more than 750 Google reviews.
Recognized legal commentary
Our attorneys have been called on for legal analysis by CNN, MSNBC, CNN Business, and Fox News.
Every case is personal
You get individualized attention and regular updates, not a case number.
Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman
Personal injury attorney · Licensed in Missouri
Accident risks
Common Accident Risks in Missouri
Missouri sits at the crossroads of major national freight routes. I-70 between Kansas City and St. Louis is one of the state's most dangerous corridors, and I-44, I-55, I-35, and I-270 carry heavy truck traffic. Severe weather, including ice storms and flash flooding, adds risk, and both major metro areas see frequent pedestrian and intersection crashes.
How we can help
Missouri Personal Injury Cases We Handle
If someone else's negligence caused your injury in Missouri, we can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. Our Missouri practice includes:
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Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
Know your rights
Missouri Personal Injury Laws You Should Know
Every state sets its own rules for injury claims. These are the Missouri rules that most often affect what you can recover and when you must act.
Statute of limitations
Missouri currently allows five years for most personal injury claims (RSMo § 516.120). Wrongful death claims must be filed within three years (RSMo § 537.100). Lawmakers have repeatedly proposed shortening the injury deadline to two years, so do not assume you have five years to act.
Pure comparative negligence
Missouri lets you recover even if you were partly at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.
At-fault insurance system
Missouri's minimum liability limits are $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage, along with uninsured motorist coverage.
Claims involving government entities
Some Missouri cities require written notice of a claim within 90 days (RSMo § 82.210), and sovereign immunity rules limit when public entities can be sued.
After an accident
What to Do After an Accident in Missouri
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Get to safety and call 911.
Request police and medical help, and ask for a copy of the crash or incident report.
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See a doctor right away.
Some injuries, including concussions and internal injuries, do not show symptoms for hours or days.
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Do not rely on Missouri's long filing deadline.
Evidence disappears quickly, and proposed legislation could shorten the deadline for future injuries.
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Document everything.
Take photos of the scene, vehicles, and injuries, and collect names and contact information for witnesses.
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Avoid recorded statements to the other insurer.
Insurance adjusters may use your words to reduce or deny your claim.
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Call a Missouri personal injury lawyer.
A free consultation helps you understand your rights before important deadlines pass.
Communities we serve
Serving Injury Victims Across Missouri
We represent injured people throughout Missouri, including Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia, Independence, Lee's Summit, O'Fallon, St. Charles, St. Joseph, and Joplin, as well as smaller towns and rural communities statewide. Our main office is located at 200 E. Robinson St., Suite 400, Orlando, Florida, and we work with Missouri clients by phone, video conference, and secure online document sharing, so you can focus on your recovery.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Missouri?
Missouri currently allows five years for most personal injury claims and three years for wrongful death. Some city claims require notice within 90 days.
Can I recover if I was partly at fault in Missouri?
Yes. Missouri follows pure comparative fault, so you can recover damages reduced by your share of responsibility.
What if the driver who hit me was uninsured?
Missouri requires uninsured motorist coverage, so your own policy may pay for your injuries. We can review every available policy.
Can Kaufman & Lynd represent me in Missouri?
Yes. Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman is licensed in Missouri, and we serve Missouri clients through phone, video, and secure online communication.
How much does a consultation cost?
It is free. We work on contingency, so there are no fees unless we win.
Talk to a Missouri Personal Injury Lawyer Today
If you or someone you love was hurt in Missouri, you do not have to face the insurance companies alone. Call Kaufman & Lynd at (407) 500-JEFF or complete our free case evaluation form. Your information is kept 100% confidential, and there are no fees unless we win.