Missouri Medical Malpractice Damage Cap
Track statutory limits on noneconomic damages and calculate your potential recoverable amount.
Legal Nuances & Exceptions
Applicability
All Medical Malpractice Cases
Statutory Reference
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 538.210
Exceptions to Cap
- Catastrophic personal injury (Higher cap)
- Wrongful death (Higher cap)
Missouri enforces a two-tier cap adjusted annually for inflation. For 2024, the standard noneconomic cap is $460,499. For catastrophic injury or wrongful death, the cap is elevated to $805,874.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard medical malpractice cap in Missouri?
As of 2024, the base noneconomic damage cap in Missouri is $460,499. This amount increases annually by 1.7%.
Does Missouri have a catastrophic injury exception?
Yes. In cases of catastrophic personal injury (such as paralysis, loss of vision, or brain injury) or wrongful death, the cap is increased to $805,874 (2024 figure).
Are economic damages capped in Missouri?
No. Plaintiffs can recover all proven economic damages without limitation.
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