About Patton and Patton — Personal Injury Topeka, Kansas
Patton and Patton is a personal injury Topeka firm led by Joe Patton, who has practiced for over 40 years. He founded the firm in 1981 and serves Shawnee County and beyond. The team helps people hurt in car, truck, and motorcycle crashes. They also handle slip and fall, dog bite, and wrongful death claims. Because the firm works on contingency, you pay nothing unless you recover. Patton focuses on helping clients avoid costly mistakes before they sign anything. You can find more Topeka personal injury attorneys if you want to compare.
What Clients Say
Clients describe Joe Patton as honest and easy to reach. Many say he explained their claim clearly and set fair expectations. Reviewers also praise the firm’s responsiveness and steady support through recovery.
Personal Injury Topeka — Practice Areas & Services
- Car, truck, and motorcycle accident claims across Shawnee County.
- Slip and fall and premises liability cases in Topeka.
- Dog bite and animal attack injury claims.
- Medical malpractice and nursing home negligence matters.
- Wrongful death and long-term disability claims for Kansas families.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file an injury claim in Kansas?
Kansas generally gives you two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. The clock usually starts on the date of the injury. Because deadlines can shift, it helps to speak with an attorney soon after a crash.
What does a personal injury lawyer cost in Topeka?
Most Topeka injury lawyers work on contingency. That means no upfront fee, and the lawyer is paid a share only if you recover. Patton and Patton uses this no-fee model.
Where are injury lawsuits filed in Topeka?
Injury suits for Topeka are filed in the Shawnee County District Court. Most cases settle before trial. Still, a firm ready to try the case often secures stronger offers.
Quick Facts: Personal Injury in Topeka, Kansas
- 2024 fatalities: Kansas recorded 347 traffic deaths in 2024, the fewest since records began in 1947 — KDOT Safety Data
- Injury trend: Serious and minor crash injuries rose in 2024, mostly on city and county roads — KDOT / KWCH 2025
- Filing deadline: Kansas sets a two-year statute of limitations for most injury claims — K.S.A. 60-513



