Missouri

Missouri - The Show Me State and The Cave State, bordered by 8 other states, and the mean center of the country

Missouri(link is external) is the 21st most extensive, and the 18th most populous of the fifty states. The state comprises 114 counties and the independent city of St. Louis(link is external).

As defined by the 2010 US census, the four largest urban areas in order of population are St. Louis, Kansas City(link is external), Springfield(link is external), and Columbia(link is external). The mean center of the United States population at the 2010 census was in the town of Plato in Texas County. The state's capital is Jefferson City. The land that is now Missouri was acquired from France as part of the Louisiana Purchase and became known as the Missouri Territory.

Missouri's geography is highly varied. The northern part of the state lies in dissected till plains and the southern portion lies in the Ozark Mountains, with the Missouri River dividing the regions. The state lies at the intersection of the three greatest rivers of the United States, with the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers near St. Louis, and the confluence of the Ohio River with the Mississippi north of the Bootheel.

In Accident Data Center, find information on recent Missouri accidents here:

Columbia and Jefferson City accidents;

Kansas City accidents;

Ottumwa and Kirksville accidents;

Paducah, Cape Girardeau, and Harrisburg accidents;

Springfield accidents;

St. Joseph accidents;

St. Louis accidents.

Where to find support to prevent or cope with accidents in Missouri

The Missouri Department of Public Safety(link is external) provides information related to the mission of reducing fatalities and losses through implementation of highway safety initiatives.

The University of Missouri Pedestrian Safety Program(link is external) advocates for walkable communities and is a member organization that helps organize and train local pedestrian advocacy groups in safety. The Missouri Bicycle and Pedestrian Federation(link is external) covers a curriculum designed to teach and develop the skills and knowledge required for safe and effective cycling. This curriculum has been developed by bicycle education advocates and reviewed by educators and parents from the BVSD, and is being brought to you by the BVSD Safe Routes to School program.

The Missouri Safety Center(link is external) proves the benefits of combining an academic department with a training center, creating a hybrid unit dedicated to the safety and welfare of all citizens. It draws together the expertise of organizations and professionals in a common effort to reduce deaths and injuries through education and awareness.

The Mission of the Missouri Motorcycle Safety Program(link is external) is to provide quality motorcycle rider education and enhance motorcycle rider safety to the citizens and visitors of the State of Missouri.

MADD(link is external) - Mothers Against Drunk Driving aids the victims of crimes performed by individuals driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

When someone is injured in an accident in Missouri, it is important to gather information about what happens next.

Being injured in a serious accident is always a shocking and scary experience, and dealing with the aftermath is exhausting and stressful. Accident victims are forced to deal with hospitalization, medical treatments, missed work, and lost income, often while trying to manage pain and disability from their injuries. And then the insurance adjusters start circling. Find out more about accidents and what issues an injured person needs to be aware of by going to this link.

What to do after a serious injury accident in Missouri

When someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle collision in Missouri, the accident victim and their family members are left with medical bills, lost income, and other costs. It is important to get legal assistance from an experienced Missouri accident lawyer to help the accident victim recover, or when the accident is fatal, to help the family members get fully compensated for their losses. Learn more about how a Missouri personal injury attorney will help injured victims and families.

Accident reports by area

Columbia-Jefferson City, MO - 71

Kansas City, MO - 901

Ottumwa, IA-Kirksville, MO - 32

Paducah, KY-Cape Girardeau, MO-Harrisburg, IL - 604

Springfield, MO - 452

St. Joseph, MO - 89

St. Louis, MO - 863

Legal and Other Resources and Information

MADD-Missouri State Office (link is external)

If you or a loved one has been affected by drunk driving, MADD is here to help. VICTIM/SURVIVOR 24-Hour Help Line 877.MADD.HELP

Missouri DOT-Department of Transportation (link is external)

Our mission is to provide a world-class transportation experience that delights our customers and promotes a prosperous Missouri.

Missouri State Highway Patrol(link is external)

Missouri's State Highway Patrol's page for careers, law enforcement, missing persons, patrol station locations, accident information.

Missouri 511(link is external)

The 511 service is also known as America's Traveler Information Telephone Number. Unfortunately, the 511 service is still under development in Missouri and there currently is no official timeline to bring 511 service statewide.

Missouri Courts (link is external)

The Missouri Judiciary consists of three levels of courts: The trial courts (also known as the circuit courts), an intermediate appellate court (the Missouri Court of Appeals) that is divided into three regional districts, and the Supreme Court of Missouri.

Missouri Legal Aid Program(link is external)

Providing legal help to the low-income and disadvantaged in Missouri.

Missouri -Pro Bono Resources (link is external)

There are a variety of pro bono programs in Missouri. Some are funded by state and federal funds such as the four Legal Services Corporation programs, some are affiliated with social service agencies, some are affiliated with circuit courts, some are limited in scope such as disaster response, some are affiliated with law schools, and some are affiliated with a single church or local agency usually involving one volunteer attorney.

MATANET - Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (link is external)

MATA was founded in 1951 as the Missouri Association of Claimants Attorneys (MACA) by a small group of attorneys from across the state who recognized the value of banding together to gain more equitable rights for their clients, the individuals who had suffered because of negligent acts, often caused by corporate giants. Some of the injustices they sought to remedy — which they and their successors ultimately did — included a contributory negligence doctrine, responsibility for unsafe products, implementation of discovery, a decent wrongful death limit and the recognition of medical malpractice. Intelligible jury instructions were mandated. Incredibly, these achievements were not easily won.

UMKC School of Law (link is external)

Filled with enrichment activities and practical presentations, this week’s orientation program at the School of Law will help students prepare for the upcoming year. New students will pass through these doors, bringing with them their diverse experiences, unique perspectives, and strong statistics.

University of Missouri School of Law (link is external)

Students often describe the academic atmosphere at MU as challenging, but with an emphasis on learning rather than competition. Courses offer students a broad and balanced perspective on the law and legal institutions to prepare them for a wide range of career options in law, as well as alternative careers anywhere in the country.