Car accidents are one of the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. Nationally, more than 6 million crashes happen each year—causing over 2.1 million injuries and nearly 45,000 deaths.
In the Kansas City metro alone, 2024 saw 97 traffic deaths in 85 fatal crashes, and more than 4,600 non-fatal accidents. The city continues to rank among the top five most dangerous major metros for fatal car wrecks.
At Lucas Law Firm, we represent individuals and families who have suffered serious, life-altering injuries in crashes caused by someone else’s negligence. As experienced Kansas City car accident lawyers, we hold drivers, companies, and, when applicable, automakers fully accountable.
Understanding Your Rights After a Crash
Whether you were hit on I-435 or rear-ended on Troost Avenue, Missouri and Kansas law give you the right to pursue compensation if someone else’s negligence caused your injuries.
In Missouri:
Victims can pursue compensation for:
- Emergency care and ongoing medical treatment
- Lost wages and reduced future earnings
- Pain, suffering and emotional trauma
- Long-term disability or disfigurement
- Property damage or vehicle loss
In Kansas:
Kansas follows a no-fault system, but serious injury victims may step outside that system to bring a claim. You may be eligible to recover:
- Medical bills beyond your PIP limits
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering (in qualifying cases)
A car accident attorney in Kansas City from Lucas Law Firm will explain your options clearly—and pursue the full damages you deserve.
What To Do After a Car Accident
The steps you take after a collision can impact both your recovery and your legal case. Here’s what to do:
- Call 911 and get immediate medical help
- Move vehicles to safety, if possible
- Exchange info without admitting fault
- Photograph the scene, damage and injuries
- Get witness contact details
- Contact a Kansas City car accident lawyer before speaking to insurers
Even minor missteps—like giving a recorded statement too soon—can hurt your claim. Let us protect you from the start.
Could a Vehicle Defect Have Played a Role?
Not every crash is just about driver error. In some cases, the car itself is the problem—and most victims don’t realize it.
Defective airbags. Seatbelt failures. Sudden acceleration. Faulty brakes. Rollover-prone designs. These flaws can turn a survivable crash into a catastrophic one.
In 2024 alone, more than 27 million vehicles were recalled in the U.S.—on top of 33 million recalls issued the year before. Many of those vehicles remain unrepaired. In fact, over 72 million vehicles—more than one in four on U.S. roads—currently have at least one open recall. The result? A widespread and ongoing threat to driver safety.
At Lucas Law Firm, we investigate every serious case for signs of product failure. In fact, other attorneys refer these cases to us when something about the crash doesn’t add up.
If a defective vehicle part contributed to your injuries, we’ll pursue claims against all liable parties, including automakers and component manufacturers. Learn more about our auto defect litigation.
What Our Kansas City Car Accident Lawyers Do
We build every case for trial—because that’s how you win real compensation. Our team will:
- Conduct a full investigation of the crash
- Preserve and examine evidence before it’s lost
- Work with trusted experts in medicine, engineering and crash reconstruction
- Handle all negotiations with insurance companies
- Push toward full compensation, not fast settlements
- Take your case to court, when justice demands it
Why Lucas Law Firm?
There’s no shortage of Kansas City car accident lawyers advertising on buses and billboards—but most want quick settlements, not courtroom results.
Lucas Law Firm is built differently. As seasoned personal injury trial attorneys, we are known across Missouri and Kansas for handling serious injury cases with depth, strategy and precision.
- A track record of seven- and eight-figure results
- Top-tier litigation resources
- Respected by judges and trial lawyers alike
- Straightforward communication from day one
- Nationally trusted for high-stakes auto defect cases
We don’t advertise on billboards. We don’t churn files. We build strong, strategic cases—and see them through.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
We fight to recover every dollar our clients are entitled to, including:
- All current and future medical costs
- Physical therapy, surgeries and rehabilitation
- Lost income and diminished earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- PTSD and mental health treatment
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Funeral and burial expenses (in fatal crashes)
If your family lost a loved one in a preventable crash, we may pursue a wrongful death claim.
FAQs: Kansas City Car Accident Claims
How long do I have to file a claim?
- Missouri: 5 years from the date of the crash
- Kansas: 2 years from the date of the crash
What if I was partially at fault?
- Missouri uses pure comparative fault—you can recover even if you’re mostly at fault.
- Kansas uses modified comparative fault—you can recover only if you’re less than 50% at fault.
Can I recover damages if the other driver had no insurance?
Yes. We can often pursue a claim through your own UM/UIM coverage or other avenues.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis—you don’t pay unless we recover compensation for you.
Will my case go to trial?
Most cases settle—but we prepare every case for trial. That’s why we consistently recover more than firms that don’t.
Speak with a Kansas City Car Accident Lawyer Today
You don’t get a second chance to do this right. If you’ve been seriously injured—or lost someone you love—call Lucas Law Firm at (816) 729-9999 or contact us online for a free, no-obligation consultation.