DECEMBER 4, 2025
Do I Need a Lawyer If I Was Partly at Fault?
By Bradley A. Pistotnik, Wichita car accident attorney, Bull Attorneys, P.A.
Quick Answer:
Yes, talk to a lawyer. In Kansas, you can still win money if you are less at fault than the other driver.
How the rule works
Each driver gets a percent of fault. If you are 49% or less at fault, you may recover, but your money is reduced by your percent. Kansas follows a modified comparative fault system under K.S.A. 60-258a.
Why a lawyer helps
We gather proof to lower your fault share—photos, video, black box data, and witness notes.
Local roads to watch
Crashes often happen at busy Wichita spots like Kellogg, I-135, and K-96 interchanges.
How people ask this out loud
- OK Google, can I get a settlement if I was partly at fault in Kansas?
- Siri, what is comparative negligence in Kansas?
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What if the police report blames me?
That is not the last word. Extra proof can change minds.
Will my case take longer?
Sometimes, because fault is argued more. Strong proof speeds things up.
Should I still use PIP?
Yes. PIP pays first for care while fault is sorted out. Learn more about K.S.A. 40-3107 and K.S.A. 40-3110.
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