Personal Injury Attorney Kansas City MO
McGreevy Law is based in Kansas City, Missouri. This is where the firm's office is located, where Joe McGreevy practices regularly, and where the majority of the firm's cases are handled. For residents of Kansas City and Jackson County dealing with a personal injury matter, McGreevy Law is a local option — not a regional firm with a satellite listing.
About McGreevy Law
Joe McGreevy has practiced personal injury law in the Kansas City area for years, representing clients in auto accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, product liability, and other serious injury matters. Before switching to plaintiff-side work, he spent years as an insurance defense attorney — representing insurance companies and learning from the inside how claims are evaluated, minimized, and contested. That experience now belongs to his clients.
McGreevy Law operates as a deliberately small firm. Caseloads are kept manageable so every client receives direct attorney attention. When you contact the office, you reach Joe directly — not a receptionist or case manager. Consultations are free with no time limit, and cases are handled on contingency, meaning there is no fee unless your case resolves in your favor.
Joe is licensed to practice in both Missouri and Kansas and handles cases throughout the Kansas City metro on both sides of the state line.
Personal Injury Law in Kansas City, Missouri
Missouri Statute of Limitations
Personal injury claims in Missouri must be filed within five years of the date of the injury. Wrongful death claims carry a three-year deadline from the date of death. Missing either deadline permanently eliminates the right to file, regardless of the strength of the case.
Missouri Comparative Fault Rules
Missouri follows a pure comparative fault system. That means an injured person can recover compensation even if they were partially at fault for the accident — their recovery is reduced by their percentage of fault, but it is not eliminated. This rule applies whether a case settles or goes to trial in Jackson County.
Jackson County Courts
Personal injury cases in Kansas City, MO are typically filed in Jackson County Circuit Court. Familiarity with local court procedures, filing requirements, and how cases move through the Jackson County system is part of how McGreevy Law serves Kansas City clients effectively.
High-Incident Areas in Kansas City, MO
Serious accidents in Kansas City concentrate on several well-documented corridors and intersections. I-70 through downtown Kansas City sees consistent commercial and passenger vehicle traffic, making it one of the most active corridors for serious accident claims in the metro. The 39th Street and Troost Avenue corridors, Wornall Road, and the Ward Parkway intersections are among the local areas where injury accidents occur with regularity.
If your accident happened anywhere in Kansas City or the surrounding area, the location affects how the case is investigated, what evidence is available, and how liability is established. We know these areas and handle cases throughout them.
Practice Areas — Kansas City, MO
McGreevy Law handles the following personal injury matters for Kansas City, MO residents and those injured in the area.
Car Accidents
Car and truck accident cases make up the majority of the caseload. If you were hurt on Kansas City roads or highways, this is the starting point.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists face real bias in insurance claims. We handle motorcycle accident cases throughout the metro with an understanding of how that bias gets built and how to counter it.
Truck Accidents
Commercial truck cases involve federal regulations, multiple liable parties, and well-resourced defendants. These cases require early action to preserve evidence.
Wrongful Death
When a family loses someone because of another party's negligence, we handle the legal process with care and directness so families can focus on what matters.
Catastrophic Injury
Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and other permanent injuries require a claim built for lifetime impact, not just current medical costs.
Product Liability
Defective and dangerous products cause serious injuries. We pursue manufacturers and distributors responsible for putting them in people's hands.
Areas Served from Kansas City, MO
McGreevy Law's Kansas City, MO office serves clients throughout Jackson County and the broader Kansas City metro. In addition to Kansas City proper, we regularly handle cases for clients in Raytown, Grandview, Waldo, Brookside, Midtown, Westport, and the Northland.
We are licensed in both Missouri and Kansas and handle cases across the full metro area regardless of which side of the state line the accident occurred on.
Common Questions — Kansas City, MO Personal Injury Cases
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Kansas City, Missouri?
Missouri gives personal injury claimants five years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. Wrongful death claims must be filed within three years of the date of death. Both are firm deadlines — missing them eliminates the right to pursue the claim regardless of how strong the case is.
Does partial fault affect a personal injury claim in Missouri?
No — not in the way most people assume. Missouri uses a pure comparative fault system, which means you can recover compensation even if you were partially responsible for the accident. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, but it is not eliminated. A free consultation is the best way to understand how fault applies to your specific situation.
Does McGreevy Law handle cases throughout Kansas City, or only in certain parts of the city?
McGreevy Law handles personal injury cases throughout Kansas City, MO and the surrounding Jackson County area — including Raytown, Grandview, Midtown, Westport, and the Northland. The firm is also licensed in Kansas and serves clients across the full KC metro on both sides of the state line.
What does it cost to speak with a personal injury attorney in Kansas City?
The initial consultation is free with no time limit. Personal injury cases are handled on contingency, meaning there is no fee unless your case resolves in your favor. There is no financial risk to contacting our office and discussing your situation.
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