Personal Injury Attorneys in Missouri
Personal injury attorneys handle cases where someone is physically harmed because of another person's negligence or intentional misconduct. In the context of law enforcement and government misconduct, these attorneys pursue civil claims for injuries caused by officers, government vehicles, or dangerous conditions that the government created or allowed to exist.
Law FirmThe Simon Law Firm, PC
The Simon Law Firm, P.C. has earned a reputation as one of the most successful litigation powerhouses in Missouri and the Midwest. Founded in 2000, the firm is known for its "Giant Killer" approach, consistently securing... Read More →
AttorneyTom Porto
Tom Porto began his legal career as a Missouri State Public Defender, standing beside clients the system had already written off and sharpening his trial instincts against institutions that expected to win. That formativ... Read More →
State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits
For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120(4)
Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 537.625
Notice of claim against a governmental entity may be required within 90 days under the Missouri Sovereign Immunity Act. Requirements vary by entity.
Missouri has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.