NOVEMBER 4, 2025
Do I Need a Car Accident Lawyer After a Minor Crash in Wichita?
By Bradley A. Pistotnik, Wichita car accident attorney, Bull Attorneys, P.A.
Quick Answer:
If you feel sore, miss work, or the other driver blames you, talk to a lawyer. In Kansas, you generally have 2 years to file an injury case (K.S.A. 60-513). PIP pays first, but it may not cover everything.
What to do first
Check for injuries. Call 911 if needed. See a doctor the same day. Take photos and swap info. Get the police case number.
Who pays at the start (PIP)
In Kansas, your own policy's Personal Injury Protection (PIP) pays some medical bills and part of lost wages, no matter who caused the crash (K.S.A. 40-3107 & 40-3110).
When to call a lawyer
Call if injuries last more than a few days, bills pile up, or an adjuster pressures you to settle fast. A lawyer deals with the insurance companies so you can heal.
Local note
Wichita sits in Sedgwick County, which has some of the highest crash counts in Kansas each year (KDOT traffic data). Stay safe on Kellogg (US-54/400), I-135, I-235 and K-96.
How people ask this out loud
- “Hey Google, do I need a lawyer after a small car wreck in Wichita?”
- “Siri, who pays my medical bills after a minor crash in Kansas?”
- “Alexa, how long do I have to file a claim in Kansas?”
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