Frequently Asked Questions

These answers were crafted by a qualified Kansas City personal injury and wrongful death attorney

Contingency fees:  What is a contingency fee in a personal injury, wrongful death or product liability lawsuit?

 A “contingency fee” is an attorney’s fee that is  “contingent” on the outcome of the case, meaning it is a percentage of the case recovery whether the case is settled or goes to trial.  In practice, different injury and wrongful death law firms have significantly different contingency fee agreement terms.  

What should I do if I’ve been injured in car accident in Missouri, Kansas, or elsewhere?

 If you have been injured due to negligence or the fault of another party, you may be entitled to compensation through settlement or trial that will cover your current medical bills, future medical bills, present lost wages, future lost wages, as well as pain and suffering.It