Personal Injury Settlement Calculator Independence, MO
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Missouri: Your payout drops by your share of fault, but you can still recover even if you were mostly at fault.
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Cook Ellis LLC
4.6 · 113 reviews · Free consultation
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Waits Dennis R
4.7 · 40 reviews · Free consultation
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J. Martin Kerr, Attorney at Law, PC
4.6 · 19 reviews · Free consultation
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Top-rated personal injury lawyers in Independence
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Cook Ellis LLC
With over two decades of experience, Cook Ellis LLC offers personalized legal services in areas like bankruptcy, estate planning, business, and real estate. Clients appreciate the team’s clear communication and supportive approach throughout complex processes, though some note challenges reaching staff promptly during busy periods. The firm serves individuals and businesses across Kansas City and… more...
With over two decades of experience, Cook Ellis LLC offers personalized legal services in areas like bankruptcy, estate planning, business, and real estate. Clients appreciate the team’s clear communication and supportive approach throughout complex processes, though some note challenges reaching staff promptly during busy periods. The firm serves individuals and businesses across Kansas City and nearby areas.
Waits Dennis R
Known for handling traffic-related personal injury cases, Waits Dennis R and his team focus on getting results through hard work and clear communication. They offer compassionate support and keep clients informed throughout the process. Some clients appreciate their transparency, though a few note occasional challenges with case details.
J. Martin Kerr, Attorney at Law, PC
Specializing in traffic-related cases, J. Martin Kerr, Attorney at Law, PC offers legal support for clients facing serious charges like DWIs and multiple tickets. The team is known for reasonable fees and a personal approach, though some clients have found communication less helpful. Many appreciate the practical solutions and budget-friendly arrangements.
What does an injury cost by body part?
Pick how serious the injury is. Each point shows the average medical bill for that body part at that severity; bigger point = costlier injury. Tap a point to compare it with the average workers’ comp claim for the same body part, which also pays lost wages. Then run the calculator for your own number.
- Head & brain
- Neck
- Back & spine
- Multiple injuries
- Chest, abdomen & hips
- Arms, hands & shoulders
- Legs, knees & feet
Boyd Kenter Thomas & Parrish LLC
Boyd Kenter Thomas & Parrish LLC focuses on personal injury and workers’ compensation cases, representing clients with a thorough and persistent approach. The team handles claims ranging from credit disputes to work-related injuries, with clients appreciating their clear communication and strong advocacy. Some find the firm’s quiet professionalism a refreshing alternative to more aggressive… more...
Boyd Kenter Thomas & Parrish LLC focuses on personal injury and workers’ compensation cases, representing clients with a thorough and persistent approach. The team handles claims ranging from credit disputes to work-related injuries, with clients appreciating their clear communication and strong advocacy. Some find the firm’s quiet professionalism a refreshing alternative to more aggressive advertising.
Humphrey, Farrington & McClain, P.C.
Known for handling complex and high-stakes personal injury cases, Humphrey, Farrington & McClain, P.C. brings over 30 years of trial experience to the table. The firm offers services including medical malpractice, product liability, and wrongful death, with clients often noting strong communication and supportive staff, though some mention delays in responsiveness.
Independence Traffic Crash Statistics
All fatal traffic crashes in Independence, MO, 2024 (latest federal data)In 2024, 20 people died in 20 fatal traffic crashes in Independence, MO — down 5% from 21 in 2023, according to NHTSA’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS).
- Traffic deaths
- 20▼ 5%21 in 2023
- Fatal crashes
- 2018 in 2023
- 2022–2024 total
- 58people killed
- Hit-and-run
- 10%of fatal crashes
- Alcohol involved
- 30% of these crashes
- Speeding involved
- 30% of these crashes
- After dark
- 55% of these crashes
- Most common crash type
- Angle (T-bone) — 42%
- Deadliest times
- noon–6 PM · Thursdays · peak month June
- Roads with the most of these crashes
- SR-78, US-24, Noland Rd
Source: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), 2022–2024 data, compiled by TrustAnalytica. FARS covers crashes in which at least one person died; injury-only crashes are not included.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Starting price | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cook Ellis LLC | 4.6 | 113 | Free Consultation | (816) 376-3266 | Visit |
| 2 | Waits Dennis R | 4.7 | 40 | No Win, No Fee | (816) 461-4242 | — |
| 3 | J. Martin Kerr, Attorney at Law, PC | 4.6 | 19 | Free Consultation | (816) 461-1380 | — |
| 4 | Boyd Kenter Thomas & Parrish LLC | 4.9 | 17 | No Win, No Fee | (816) 471-4511 | Visit |
| 5 | Humphrey, Farrington & McClain, P.C. | 4.0 | 14 | No Win, No Fee | (816) 836-5050 | Visit |
About this Personal Injury Settlement Calculator
This calculator uses the multiplier method, the starting point most insurance adjusters and personal injury lawyers use. It adds your financial losses (medical bills and lost wages) to a pain-and-suffering figure, which is those losses multiplied by a factor set by how serious the injury is: 1.5 to 2 times for minor injuries, up to 4 to 5 times for catastrophic ones. The type of accident adjusts the result, and it is then reduced by your share of fault under Missouri law.
Missouri rules this calculator applies
- Fault rule
- Pure comparative fault. Your payout drops by your share of fault, but you can still recover even if you were mostly at fault.
- Deadline to file
- You generally have 5 years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury claim in Missouri. Claims against a government body usually need formal notice much sooner, and medical malpractice and wrongful death claims can have their own deadlines.
General information about Missouri law, not legal advice, and the estimate is not a guarantee of any outcome. A lawyer can tell you how these rules apply to your case.
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