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Missouri Auto Accident

Missouri law is based on pure comparitive fault, which means you can recover 1% of your damages even if you are 99% responsible for the accident. Whereas, Kansas will not allow a recovery if you are more than 50% responsible.

Generally, accidents in Missouri allow for less liens to be placed on the recovery allowing for a greater net recovery to the injured party.

Insurance adjusters have a 48 hour contact policy in which they try to contact the parties and get a recorded statement within 48 hours of the accident. They can use these statements against you later to impeach your testimony in the event you file suit later. Don't give a recorded statement.

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