Many trucking accidents occur each year in and around Springfield, Missouri, and often fault might not be clear or there might be shared fault in the accident. That’s why the Mann Wyatt Tanksley Injury Attorneys Midwest Personal Injury Firm is commonly asked, “If I’m partially at fault for a trucking accident in Springfield, can I still recover compensation?” According to founding attorney and partner, Scott Mann, “You can, but laws vary between states. Missouri is a much better environment for comparative fault cases. It has pure comparative fault.” [videosingle id="20795" width="100%" height="400" rel="false" /] Pure comparative fault means that if an injured person is partially at fault for causing their own injuries, their damages are reduced by the percentage of their fault. Example: Dave was checking his cell phone when he rear-ended a semi-truck. Dave broke several bones and it was determined that he was 80 percent at fault for the accident, although the truck driver was found 20 percent at fault due to a malfunctioning brake light. Damages for Dave’s injuries amounted to $20,000. Dave is entitled to recover $4,000 for his injuries— that is, $20,000 less 80 percent ($16,000) for his percentage of fault.
FAQ: If I’m Partially at Fault for a Trucking Accident, Can I Still Recover Compensation in Springfield, Missouri?