Understanding Minor in Possession Charges in Kansas City Municipal Court
Ben Arnold
April 25, 2025
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- 905 McGee St. Suite 142 Kansas City, MO 64106
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- (913) 777-HELP
If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence—whether in a car accident, on dangerous property, or because of a defective product—you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. In Missouri, personal injury law allows you to seek financial recovery for your medical bills, lost wages, and the pain and suffering you’ve endured as a result of the incident.
While the process may seem simple, insurance companies are rarely on your side. Their goal is to minimize payouts—even when liability is clear. That’s why having a personal injury attorney represent your interests from the start can significantly increase the value of your claim and protect your right to recover.
If you’ve been injured, call The Law Offices of Benjamin Arnold at (913) 777-HELP or contact us here.
Not all injuries automatically qualify for a lawsuit, but many do—especially when another person, company, or property owner was careless. Common qualifying incidents include:
• Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
• Slip and fall or unsafe premises
• Dog bites or animal attacks
• Construction and workplace injuries
• Nursing home negligence or wrongful death
Even if you’re not sure whether your injury qualifies, it costs nothing to ask. We will review your case at no charge and help you understand your legal options.
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Personal injury claims are time-sensitive, and evidence can fade quickly. The sooner we get involved, the stronger your case will be. Call The Law Offices of Benjamin Arnold at (913) 777-HELP or contact us here to schedule a free consultation.
When you contact our office, we’ll first ask you to provide a brief overview of what happened and the injuries you’ve suffered. After our initial consultation, we’ll determine whether your case has merit and walk you through what comes next.
If you choose to retain our office, we’ll send you an engagement letter and begin working on your claim immediately. We’ll collect evidence, order records, consult experts if necessary, and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we are prepared to file a lawsuit and take your case to trial.
Our fee is contingency-based, meaning you don’t pay unless we recover money for you. You’ll never be out of pocket for our services, and we’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
We investigate fault, collect medical and wage evidence, calculate damages, and negotiate with the insurer. If a fair settlement isn’t offered, we file suit and litigate.
Deadlines (Statute of Limitations):
Missouri: Most personal injury claims must be filed within 5 years. Missouri Revisor of Statutes
Fault rules (how shared fault affects recovery):
Missouri: Pure comparative fault—you can recover even if partly at fault; damages are reduced by your percentage. The Missouri Supreme Court adopted pure comparative fault in Gustafson v. Benda (1983). Justia Law
It depends on liability, medical treatment, permanency, lost income, and insurance limits. We’ll give you an honest range after reviewing your records.
Simple claims can settle in a few months; cases with significant injuries or disputed fault can take longer, especially if a lawsuit is required.
Report the claim, but avoid recorded statements until you speak with counsel. We handle insurer communications for you.
In MO, you can still recover (reduced by your percentage of fault).
