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Jackson County, home to Kansas City, consistently ranks among the most dangerous counties for drivers in Missouri . According to Missouri State Highway Patrol data, thousands of motor vehicle accidents occur here annually, many involving serious injuries or fatalities , Jackson County reported the most fatalities from motor vehicle accidents in 2022 in Missouri, with 111 fatalities reported . Since 2010, the number of motor vehicle accidents in Kansas City have been steadily increasing and Kansas City has an increasingly high fatal crash rate .
High traffic volume, major interstates like I-70 and I-435, and urban congestion contribute significantly to crash risk . Kansas City consistently ranks as having the most dangerous intersections in Missouri, making it a confusing and dangerous place for people to drive on .
Common causes of motor vehicle accidents include :
- Speeding in urban zones
- Distracted driving
- Impaired driving
With Kansas City’s dense urban layout, many crashes happen at intersections and on surface streets during peak commuting hours. The city has adopted a Vision Zero initiative to reduce crash fatalities through road design and enforcement. However, residents and commuters in Jackson County should stay vigilant, especially during peak traffic hours or on heavily trafficked corridors such as U.S. 71 and I-35.
What to do After an Accident in Missouri:
- Ensure safety of yourself and others. If possible, make a reasonable effort to move the vehicle to a safe location following Missouri’s Steer It and Clear It law .
- Call 911 if needed for medical or police assistance
- Document the scene
- Exchange Information
- Get immediate treatment from your doctor or the ER
- Call us at 888-585-5970
Missouri Personal Injury Laws
- In Missouri motor vehicle accidents are primarily governed by statutes found in Chapters 303 and 304 of the Missouri Revised Statutes
- The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Missouri is generally 5 years .
Contact Us
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Kansas City, Contact the Michael Brady Lynch Firm at 888-585-5970 to get the support and help you need.
Date: June 20, 2025
Attorney and Editor-In-Chief: Brandon Salter
Editors: Madison Hurley
Citations:
Missouri Traffic Crashes 2022 Statistics from the Missouri State Highway Patrol
Missouri Traffic Crashes 2022 Statistics from the Missouri State Highway Patrol
Missouri Traffic Crashes 2022 Statistics from the Missouri State Highway Patrol
https://www.kcmo.gov/city-hall/departments/public-works/vision-zero
https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article130131584.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.kcur.org/news/2022-09-12/whats-the-worst-intersection-in-kansas-city-all-of-them
Missouri Traffic Crashes 2022 Statistics from the Missouri State Highway Patrol
https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/what-is-vision-zero-and-how-is-kansas-city-using-it-to-improve-traffic-safety
https://www.modot.org/steer-it-clear-it-law