Determining Who Is at Fault When a Multi-Vehicle Crash Occurs

It’s challenging when two vehicles are involved in a crash, but it complicates the process further when there are three or more. This is why getting assistance from a Kansas City car accident attorney can be critical. Spencer, Robert, and Ryan are highly experienced attorneys at Fowler Pickert Eisenmenger Norfleet and can help you through the process from start to finish. We will gather evidence to help determine who is at fault. Relevant evidence may include vehicle damage, information from eyewitnesses, and evidence and photos from the accident scene. Sometimes, a reconstruction team may need to help establish the cause. 

Steps to Take to Protect Your Rights and Get a Fair Recovery 

If you’ve been involved in a multi-car collision and sustained injuries or property damage, it’s natural to want maximum financial compensation. There are several steps you can take to protect your rights and help to ensure you can fight for recovery. For example, you can: 

  • Seek medical assistance, no matter how minor your injuries may seem 
  • Call law enforcement and file a police report
  • Contact your insurance provider
  • Obtain insurance information from all parties involved 
  • Document what happened to the best of your knowledge 
  • Gather information from the scene, including photos and video
  • Contact a qualified Kansas City auto accident attorney 

You May Still Recover Damages Even If You Were Partly at Fault for the Crash

Missouri is a comparative fault state, so you may still be eligible for compensation even if you were partially at fault. According to Missouri law, if you are not 100% at fault, you may still be eligible to recover damages, with the amount being reduced by the percentage you were at fault. Kansas is a modified fault state; you may be eligible to recover damages if you are less than 50 % at fault. 

Turn to Fowler Pickert Eisenmenger Norfleet for Help After a Multi-Vehicle Accident  

A skilled Kansas City car accident lawyer can work with you to obtain evidence to determine fault, negotiate with insurance companies, file a claim, and represent you in court if needed. We have the car accident experience to help you through the legal process surrounding a multi-vehicle accident, and we are prepared to fight for the compensation you deserve. 

Robert Norfleet
Helping Kansas City area medical malpractice, car accident, wrongful death and personal injury clients.