Kansas City Distracted Driving Accident Lawyers
Injured by a Distracted Driver in Kansas City? DM Injury Law Will Fight for You!
Time and again, distracted driving has proven to be not only dangerous but deadly, yet drivers in Kansas City continue to do it. If you have been injured in an accident where the other driver wasn’t paying attention, our Kansas City distracted driving accident lawyers at DM Injury Law will help you pursue the maximum compensation possible for your injuries.
Per state law, auto accident victims are entitled to compensation for any losses suffered as a result of the accident in which they were injured. Typically, this includes financial losses in addition to emotional/psychological, such as pain and suffering, mental anguish, and emotional distress.
At DM Injury Law, we will fight to recover any and all damages related to your case, as we have done countless times in the past for our clients. Contact us today to schedule a free case consultation. We are a contingency-fee-based law firm, which means you only have to pay us if we win.
Our distracted driving attorneys routinely recover compensation for our clients in the form of seven-figure verdicts and settlements, such as:
- $1.4 million recovered for a client who suffered broken bones and internal injuries in a traffic collision
- $1.325 million recovered for a client who was catastrophically injured in a head-on collision
- $1.125 million recovered for a client who suffered serious internal injuries in a T-bone accident
Call (816) 888-7500 or contact us online today for a free consultation.
Distracted Driving Laws in Missouri
Most forms of distracted driving are not prohibited by state law. In Missouri, distracted driving legislation is primarily concerned with younger motorists and texting while driving — per RSMo § 304.820, texting and driving is illegal for any motorist 21 and younger.
However, a distracted driver can still be held accountable for any resulting accidents and injuries even if they were not in direct violation of the state’s distracted driving laws. This is because all drivers on the road have a legal responsibility to conduct themselves and their vehicles with care.
When motorists drive while distracted, they violate the standard of care by acting negligently. You can, therefore, still hold them accountable for your injuries.
A few examples of distracted driving for which a motorist may be considered negligent (and liable) include:
- Texting, messaging, calling
- Using social media
- Eating food
- Drinking coffee, soda, etc.
- Tweaking climate controls
- Tuning the radio
- Personal grooming
- Feeling drowsy or mentally preoccupied
Since motorists will be considered distracted if they engage in any activity or task besides driving, there are many other types of distracted driving besides those listed here. These are simply the most common.
Contact our distractive driving accident attorneys in Kanas City for help with your injury case.
Missouri’s Hands-Free Driving Law
As of January 1, 2025, Missouri is no longer giving warnings to drivers who are on their phones or other devices while behind the wheel. Instead, if a driver is pulled over for another offense, like speeding, running a stop light or sign, or not using the turn signal, and the police officer spots them using their phone, they can be issued a fine. The first offense is $150. The second offense is $250, and all subsequent offenses are $500.
If you happen to be in an accident where the at-fault driver was cited for using their phone, the police report could be used as crucial evidence in your personal injury claim.
Speak to an attorney in Kansas City today for guidance.
Put Our Experienced Kansas City Attorneys in Your Corner
Don’t wait to consult a lawyer about your case. Beginning the legal process as soon as possible can greatly improve your chances of recovery.
Our acclaimed, distracted car accident lawyers at DM Injury Law can help you lay down a strong foundation for your case, giving you an advantage from the very beginning. We will handle every aspect of your case: investigating and reconstructing the accident, preparing and filing your lawsuit, trying the case in court, negotiating with the defense outside the courtroom, and more.
With the guidance of the distracted driving accident attorneys from DM Injury Law, you can rest assured that your case is in good hands.
Call (816) 888-7500 or contact us online today for a free consultation.
Past results obtained on behalf of clients afford no guarantee of future results, and every case is different and must be judged based on its own merits.
