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Northland Injury Law represents people in St. Joseph and Buchanan County who were hurt in car crashes, workplace accidents, and other incidents caused by negligence. Our attorneys have more than 50 years of combined experience, we meet clients at our office at 507 Francis in downtown St. Joseph, and the consultation is free.

You pay nothing up front. We handle injury cases on a contingency fee, which means our fee comes out of the recovery we win for you. If there is no recovery, you owe us no attorney fee.

Why Injured People in St. Joseph Choose Northland Injury Law

Injured people in St. Joseph choose Northland Injury Law because we combine big-case results with local access. Our firm has recovered millions of dollars for injury and workers compensation clients across Northwest Missouri, and we meet St. Joseph clients in person at 507 Francis rather than asking them to drive to Kansas City.

Recent firm results include a $2 million personal injury recovery for a teenage boy whose legs were crushed, a $1.75 million recovery for the family of a woman killed by a drunk driver, and a $1.7 million recovery for a man catastrophically injured while repairing farm equipment. Past results afford no guarantee of future results, and every case is different and must be judged on its own merits.

Founding partners Eric E. Bartlett y Stephen L. Mowry have practiced personal injury and workers compensation law in Northwest Missouri for decades, and the firm has served the region since 1996. Attorneys Drew McPike, Ashley N. Irwin, and Nathan Troutwine round out the team.

Injury Cases We Handle in St. Joseph

We handle the full range of injury cases for St. Joseph clients, including car accidents, workers compensation claims, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall injuries, dog bites, and wrongful death. Two of our most common St. Joseph case types have dedicated pages with more detail:

We also represent St. Joseph clients in accidente de camión, accidente de moto, resbalón y caída, lesión cerebral traumática, spinal cord injury, mordedura de perro, pedestrian accidenty muerte por negligencia cases.

Missouri Deadlines That Apply to Your St. Joseph Case

Missouri gives most injury victims five years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit under RSMo Section 516.120. Wrongful death claims must be filed within three years under RSMo Section 537.100. A workers compensation claim generally must be filed with the Division of Workers’ Compensation within two years under RSMo Section 287.430.

These deadlines are strict. Waiting also makes cases harder to prove, because crash scene evidence, surveillance footage, and witness memories fade quickly. Talking to a lawyer early costs nothing and protects the claim.

Where Your Case Is Heard

Personal injury lawsuits arising in St. Joseph are filed in the Buchanan County Circuit Court, part of Missouri’s 5th Judicial Circuit. The courthouse sits in downtown St. Joseph, minutes from our Francis Street office. Workers compensation claims are administrative cases handled through the Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation rather than the circuit court.

Car Crashes Remain a Serious Risk on Missouri Roads

Missouri recorded 961 traffic deaths in 2024, according to the Missouri Departamento de Transportes. St. Joseph drivers face the same risks on I-29, US-36, US-169, and the Belt Highway every day. When a negligent driver causes a crash, Missouri law lets the injured person recover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering from the at-fault party.

Visit Our St. Joseph Office

Our St. Joseph office is at 507 Francis, Saint Joseph, MO 64501, in the heart of downtown. It is a secondary office, and we meet clients there by appointment so an attorney can give your case full attention. Call 816-400-4878 to schedule a free consultation, or start with the contact form on this page.

Ley de lesiones de Northland
507 Francisco
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
Teléfono: 816-400-4878
By appointment only

St. Joseph Personal Injury FAQs

How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in St. Joseph?

Nothing up front. Northland Injury Law handles injury cases on a contingency fee, which means the attorney fee is a percentage of the recovery we win for you. If we do not recover money for you, you do not owe us an attorney fee. The initial consultation is always free.

How long do I have to file an injury claim in Missouri?

Most Missouri personal injury lawsuits must be filed within five years of the injury under RSMo Section 516.120. Wrongful death claims have a three-year deadline under RSMo Section 537.100, and workers compensation claims generally must be filed within two years under RSMo Section 287.430. Earlier is always better for evidence.

What should I avoid saying to the insurance company after a crash?

Do not give a recorded statement, guess about your injuries, or accept fault before talking to a lawyer. Adjusters are trained to use your own words to reduce what the insurer pays. Stick to basic facts, get medical care, and let your attorney handle communication with the insurance company.

Do I need a lawyer for a minor car accident in St. Joseph?

If you were injured at all, it is worth a free consultation. Injuries that seem minor at the scene, such as whiplash or soft tissue damage, often worsen over days or weeks. A lawyer can make sure the settlement accounts for your full medical treatment before you sign anything final.

Can I file both a workers compensation claim and an injury lawsuit?

Sometimes. Workers compensation covers injuries on the job regardless of fault, but if someone other than your employer caused your injury, such as a negligent driver or equipment manufacturer, you may also have a separate third-party injury claim. We handle both and can evaluate the full picture in one consultation.

Where is the Northland Injury Law office in St. Joseph?

Our office is at 507 Francis, Saint Joseph, MO 64501, in downtown St. Joseph near the Buchanan County courthouse. We meet St. Joseph clients there by appointment. Call 816-400-4878 and we will set a time that works for you, or request a free consultation through the form on this page.

Talk to a St. Joseph Injury Lawyer for Free

If you were hurt in St. Joseph or anywhere in Buchanan County, call Northland Injury Law at 816-400-4878 or request your free consultation online. There is no fee unless we recover for you. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Past results afford no guarantee of future results. Every case is different and must be judged on its own merits.

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