Missouri HB2714 amends negligence laws to implement comparative fault rules in personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death cases.
Missouri HB2714 introduces comparative fault rules in negligence cases, affecting personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death claims. It mandates determining the percentage of fault for each party, including the plaintiff. If the plaintiff's fault equals or exceeds 50%, they are barred from recovering damages. The bill applies to causes of action accruing on or after August 28, 2026.
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