About Brian Goldstein — Personal Injury Kansas City Missouri
Brian Goldstein handles Personal Injury Kansas City matters, representing claimants from Jackson County and nearby suburbs. The practice also takes on litigation and general civil work for clients referred from prior cases. Moreover, injury intake typically covers motor vehicle collisions, slip-and-fall claims, and liability disputes filed across Kansas City, Missouri.
The office operates weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and coordinates medical record retrieval, insurance negotiations, and trial preparation under one roof. Additionally, the firm explains Missouri’s comparative fault rules so clients understand how liability percentages can shift a settlement offer.
What Clients Say
Reviewers describe Mr. Goldstein as professional, clear, and supportive during stressful recovery periods. They highlight dedication, effective communication, and a focus on achieving the best outcome the facts allow. Consequently, clients often recommend the firm to family members facing their own accident or injury claims.
Personal Injury Kansas City — Practice Areas & Services
- Personal Injury: car, truck, and premises liability claims in Jackson County and the Kansas City metro.
- Litigation: civil disputes that proceed to state or federal court when settlement fails.
- General practice: overflow civil matters for existing clients needing broader counsel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Missouri?
Missouri generally allows five years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. Wrongful death claims carry a separate three-year deadline, so consult a personal injury Kansas City attorney early to avoid a missed filing.
Do Kansas City injury lawyers charge upfront?
Most injury firms work on contingency — no fee unless you recover. The percentage typically ranges between 33% and 40% depending on whether the case settles or goes to trial.
Where are Kansas City injury cases filed?
Jackson County cases are filed at the Jackson County Courthouse on East 12th Street downtown or at the Eastern Jackson County Courthouse in Independence. Venue depends on where the injury occurred or where the defendant resides.
Quick Facts: Personal Injury in Kansas City, Missouri
- Missouri traffic fatalities: MoDOT reports roughly 1,000 traffic deaths statewide each year — MoDOT Crash Data
- Statute of limitations: Five years for personal injury claims under RSMo §516.120 — Missouri Revised Statutes
- Comparative fault: Missouri follows pure comparative fault; recovery is reduced by the claimant’s percentage of fault — RSMo §537.765



