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Who Pays After an Accident? Missouri's Fault Rules
How fault, insurance, and damages work in Missouri injury claims
A car crash, a fall on someone else's property, or almost any other accident caused by someone else's carelessness can leave you facing medical bills, lost wages, and a claims process that moves faster than most people expect. This article walks through how fault is determined under Missouri's comparative fault rule, what auto insurance is required to cover the loss, and what damages are — and are not — available.
When a Defective Product Causes Harm in Missouri
Design, manufacturing, and warning defects, and Missouri's innocent seller protection
When a defective product causes an injury, Missouri law lets an injured person pursue the manufacturer — and, in some cases, the seller — without having to prove the manufacturer was negligent. This article explains the three types of product defects Missouri recognizes, how strict liability differs from an ordinary negligence claim, and the state's "innocent seller" protection for retailers who did nothing wrong.
