Missouri Professional Malpractice Case Value Calculator
Professional malpractice in Missouri means a licensed professional — an attorney, accountant, financial advisor, architect, or similar — failed to meet the accepted standard of care in their field and caused you financial harm. Unlike medical malpractice, these cases usually involve economic rather than physical losses.
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In Missouri, you generally have 2 years to file a professional malpractice claim. What your case is worth depends on your specific damages and Missouri's laws — use the calculator below for a free estimate of your low-to-high range.
Key Missouri Laws
| Filing Deadline | 2 years in line with the national average of 2.3 years |
|---|---|
| Negligence System | Pure Comparative Fault |
| Non-Economic Damage Cap | $400,000 Limits pain & suffering awards |
How Missouri Law Affects Your Professional Malpractice Case
Damages equal the financial loss the professional's error actually caused — what you lost or failed to gain because of it. In legal malpractice, Missouri typically requires proving the "case within a case": that you would have won the underlying matter but for the attorney's error. Engagement letters, billing records, and the professional's own file are critical evidence.
Missouri generally allows about 2 years to file, in line with the national average of 2.3 years, often running from when you discovered (or should have discovered) the error. For attorney malpractice, the "continuous representation" rule can pause the clock while the lawyer keeps handling the matter.
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Legal Disclaimer
This calculator uses Missouri's statutes as of 2026-03-06. Laws change frequently. This tool provides estimates for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current rules with a Missouri-licensed attorney before making decisions about your case. Learn about our methodology.
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