This is one of the first questions people ask after an accident, and the answer is usually a relief: most car accident lawyers in Missouri, including our firm, work on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing upfront, nothing out of pocket while your case is active, and nothing at all unless we recover money for you.
How Contingency Fees Work
A contingency fee is a percentage of the settlement or verdict. The standard range for personal injury cases in Missouri is 33.33% (one-third) if the case settles before a lawsuit is filed, and up to 40% if the case goes to litigation or trial. The exact percentage depends on the attorney and the complexity of the case.
What About Costs and Expenses?
In addition to attorney fees, personal injury cases involve costs — filing fees, medical record retrieval, expert witness fees, deposition costs, and similar expenses. At our firm, we advance case costs and only recover them if we win your case.
Why Free Consultations Matter
A free consultation lets you understand your legal options without any financial commitment. The bottom line: hiring a car accident lawyer in Missouri should never cost you money out of your own pocket. If a firm asks for a retainer or hourly fee for a straightforward car accident case, that’s a red flag.
If you’ve been injured, call Benecke Injury Law at (417) 623-4000 for a free consultation. We handle cases on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win.
Related Resources
- Car Accident Lawyer Joplin
- Why You Should Never Accept the First Settlement Offer
- What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Actually Do?
If you’ve been injured, contact Benecke Injury Law at (417) 623-4000 for a free case review.