Personal Injury in Kansas

Kansas ( KS)
Average: Free / Contingency
Last Updated: Mar 2026
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Free / Contingency
Simple / Uncontested Cases
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Free / Contingency
Typical Personal Injury Case
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Free / Contingency
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Total Cost Estimate Free / Contingency Free / Contingency Free / Contingency
Court Filing Fee $250

What to Know About Personal Injury Costs in Kansas

Kansas follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. Contingency fees average 33.33%. Two-year statute of limitations. Kansas caps non-economic damages at $325,000 (adjusted periodically). Medical malpractice screening panels are required before filing suit. Workers' comp through the Kansas Division of Workers' Compensation.

Sources: ABA, State Bar Rules - Standard contingency: 33.33% pre-suit, 40% after litigation

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Divorce & Family Law

Average: $9,500

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DUI / DWI Defense

Average: $4,000

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Criminal Defense

Average: $6,500

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Bankruptcy

Average: $2,200

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Real Estate Law

Average: $1,100

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Immigration Law

Average: $5,000

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Estate Planning

Average: $1,300

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Business Law

Average: $3,000

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Traffic Violations

Average: $300

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Compare Personal Injury Costs in Nearby States

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IL

Illinois

Avg. $375/hr
OH

Ohio

Avg. $275/hr
MI

Michigan

Avg. $300/hr
IN

Indiana

Avg. $275/hr
MO

Missouri

Avg. $275/hr

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