What does comparative fault mean?

Supposed you were talking on your cell phone when another driver ran a stop light and hit your vehicle.  Are you both at fault? Is one of you more at fault than the other?  Comparative fault is a term used when the fault for an accident is shared. Sometimes the term negligence will be used instead.
 
Comparative fault is used to determine the percentage by which each vehicle or individual involved in a Missouri car crash contributed to the crash.   The degree of negligence is determined after all the facts in a Missouri accident case have been reviewed.  Suppose the insurance companies or judge determine that you are 20% at fault because while you didn't cause the crash, you may have avoided it if you weren't distracted. Your insurance settlement from the other driver's insurance company will be reduced by 20%.
 
Comparative negligence does not apply if you are seeking compensation from your own insurance company.
What can you do if you are assigned a larger share of the blame than seems fair? Talk to a Kansas City car accident lawyer.  He will investigate the circumstances of your accident and let you know if you are eligible for a larger settlement. To discuss your claim with a Kansas City car accident lawyer, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616.