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Community Involvement

At Foster Wallace, we believe that being a lawyer means more than representing clients in the courtroom—it means standing beside our community every step of the way.

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Educator Appreciation with Colonial Gardens

This August, our team at Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers was proud to take part in the Colonial Gardens Flower Festival—celebrating and honoring the educators who make such a difference

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Going the Distance for Brain Injury

In May, our team at Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers had the privilege of sponsoring the Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City (BIAKS) for their annual “Going the Distance for Brain Injury” event.

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Kids’ Chance of Missouri

In August, our team at Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers had the honor of sponsoring Hole #9 in the Kids’ Chance of Missouri Annual Golf Tournament, held at the beautiful Creekmoor Golf Course in Raymore.

We Fight For You

At our law firm, Foster Wallace, LLC, we fight for clients throughout Kansas and Missouri who have been wronged or injured. Our experienced lawyers have a track record of success in securing maximum compensation for our clients. We specialize in car accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, truck accidents, motorcycle wrecks, and wrongful death claims. Let a Kansas City personal injury lawyer advocate for your rights and obtain the justice you deserve.

Practice Areas

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Car Accident
You can hire a Kansas City car accident lawyer to seek fair compensation for your losses after a crash. Our team at Foster Wallace can build your claim. We have over four...
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Truck Accident
Life can be overwhelming after a truck accident. The physical pain, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about the future can leave you wondering where to turn. Fortunately, you don’t have...
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Motorcycle Accident
For many riders, motorcycling is more than just a hobby; it’s a way of life. Even if you ride safely and stay alert, collisions can still happen because of someone...
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Dog Bite
Most people never think a friendly looking dog could send them to the ER. But when it happens, everything changes, from your plans and your health to the way you...
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Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is devastating, leaving families with emotional pain and financial burdens. Whether the wrongful death resulted from a car accident, medical malpractice,...
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Slip and Fall
Have you been injured on someone else’s property? Was the area unsafe because of improper maintenance by the owner or property manager? Most premises liability cases are referred to as...
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Relationship-Focused Personal Injury Attorneys

Our legal practice is built on a foundation of trust and compassion. We know that if you turn to us, you are probably going through a difficult time; our personal injury lawyers in Kansas City will simplify the legal process and empower you to rebuild your life.

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What Our Clients Say

At Foster Wallace, our clients’ voices speak to the heart of what we do. Discover their stories and see the impact we’ve made in their lives—and how we can do the same for you.

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We cannot adequately convey our appreciation to you for all that you did on our behalf. Your diligence and persistence on all of the details...

Conscientious, thorough and committed to whatever situation he is working on. With many years of experience working with Michael, I can comfortably say that he...

One of the best in the field! Michael Foster is a rising star in the field of litigation. The personal attention he provides to his...

I reached out to three attorneys who turned down my case before I was connected with Foster Wallace. They settled my case for over $1.4...

Customer service acumen, reliability, attention to detail, and understanding of complex legal issues. As a member of the Kansas City Chiefs front office, I had...

Michael assisted me with a dog bite claim. He always kept me up to date throughout the process and made sure I was on the...

I have worked with several lawyers in the past, yet this is the first time I’m excited to write a review. Mr. Wallace has taken...

Thank you Mike and Brian. You did a great job taking car of the car wreck. They are friendly and all ways listens to what...

Michael Foster is hands down the best attorney. He was responsive, professional, and most importantly he guided me throughout the entire process and broke down...

I contacted Foster Wallace a few weeks ago to get some advice about a potential case my fiancee and I had. Initially, we were seeking...

Brian and Michael were terrific in helping me in my case. They made the process extremely simple, which made the situation way less stressful. They...

After hiring Mr. Wallace to take care of some difficult legal matters I have been struggling with for years, it became apparent that he was...

Types of Cases We Handle

Our lawyers handle a wide range of personal injury cases in Kansas City, including:

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Car Accidents

Car crashes are often the result of careless or reckless driving. If another driver’s negligence caused your injuries, our lawyers can help you pursue compensation for medical bills, lost income, and long-term damages.

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Motorcycle Accidents

Even at low speeds, motorcycle wrecks often result in catastrophic injuries. If your crash was caused by a negligent driver, our lawyers can pursue the financial recovery you need for medical treatment and ongoing care.

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Truck Accidents

Truck crashes involving semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and other big commercial vehicles can be devastating. Their size and weight often lead to severe injuries and major property damage. These cases are also complex, since responsibility may fall on several parties — the driver, the trucking company, or even a parts manufacturer.

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Commercial Vehicle Collisions

Collisions involving delivery trucks, semis, or other commercial vehicles often have devastating consequences. We represent victims of truck and commercial vehicle accidents, seeking full compensation for immediate and long-term needs.

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Bicycle Accidents

Bicyclists are especially vulnerable in traffic. If a careless driver caused your bicycle accident, you may be eligible to recover compensation for your injuries, property damage, and financial losses.

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Dog Bites

Dog attacks can cause painful injuries, lasting scars, and emotional trauma. If you’ve been bitten by a dog, you may be entitled to compensation for medical care, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

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Slip and Falls

Slip-and-fall accidents on unsafe property can lead to broken bones, head injuries, or worse. When property owners fail to address hazards, they can be held responsible. We help victims recover compensation for medical treatment and other losses.

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Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians struck by vehicles often suffer severe injuries. If you or a loved one were hit by a negligent driver, our attorneys can help you pursue justice and financial recovery.

Why Choose Us

Michael and Brian have a partnership that goes back all the way to their law school days. They both grew up in the Kansas City area, learning the value of hard work and investing in the well-being of their neighbors and community. To this day, they approach each and every case they have with teamwork, constantly brainstorming and strategizing on each case to find ways to get the best results for their clients.

What sets us apart:

Big firm experience. Our combined years spent at a large national law firm has shaped the way we do business now. We learned from some of the best attorneys in the country, and are putting that training to work for clients living and working in our own backyards.

Relatability. We know that you are a person, not merely a client with a problem to solve. We have families and household responsibilities too, so we know how important it is to maximize your recovery—that every extra dollar we secure for you could cover the costs of clothing, food,
or shelter.

Candidness. We provide a frank and honest evaluation of each case with potential clients, letting them know what our role will be and what concerns we have in pursuing the case. We do not promise unattainable results to get clients to engage us, and we work very hard over the course of a case to dispel any concerns our clients have.

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Our Track Record

Read Our Case Results

Foster Wallace, LLC fights for clients who have been wronged or injured, and we have the track record to prove it. Explore our case results to learn how our dedicated attorneys can advocate for your rights and work to obtain maximum compensation.

$ 2.3
Million
Motorcycle Accident

$2,300,000 settlement for man injured in a motorcycle accident

$ 1.5
Million
Pedestrian Accident

$1,500,000 Settlement for Pedestrian Accident in Mission, Kansas

$ 250,000
Car Accident

$250,000 settlement for Cass County, Missouri wreck

INVESTED IN YOUR LIFE & FUTURE

Looking for Counsel With Deep Roots in the Kansas City Legal Community?
Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys You Can Count On

Anyone with a degree can practice law, but not everyone has the experience needed to develop and resolve a case. After over a decade of legal practice in Kansas City, lawyers Michael Foster and Brian Wallace decided to start their own firm to serve local clients in and around their community who need them most, developing and prosecuting claims and lawsuits arising out of personal injury matters, including car accidents, truck accidents, slip and fall accidents, and so much more.

Michael Foster

Attorney
Veteran litigator Michael Foster has a well-honed ability to see the big picture and quickly narrow options to the best possible solution. As a former partner at one of the biggest law firms in the country, Michael has successfully represented some of the most noteworthy national clients in their toughest legal battles and recently won the largest jury verdict in United States history for a prisoner secondhand smoking case that led to a statewide ban on prisoner smoking. Michael also obtained the second largest settlement in the state of Missouri in 2010 ($56 million dollars) while an associate at Polsinelli. Michael has argued…

Brian Wallace

Attorney
As a former AmLaw 100 law firm shareholder, Brian Wallace co-founded Foster Wallace to apply his Big Law experience toward helping people who have been wronged. Brian has lived in the Kansas City metro area for over 30 years and, along with his wife, is raising three school-aged boys. As a former Division 1 soccer player, Brian enjoys the meditative and social aspects of endurance sports; he has completed several marathons, triathlons, ultramarathons, and half Ironman events. In law and athletics, Brian is hardworking and competitive, always digging deep for the best result.

Kimberly Wright

Attorney
Kimberly has been fiercely advocating for people who have been injured or are suffering with disabilities for over a decade, while working at a large law firm in Kansas City. Passionately fighting for her clients’ rights, Kimberly helped to ensure that each one of her clients attained the excellent results they deserved. Due to her tenacious advocacy, Kimberly has received life-changing financial awards for her clients. A skilled trial attorney and an adept litigator, Kimberly has successfully argued cases in federal court and lead her clients to outstanding verdicts in numerous trials and administrative hearings. Kimberly excels at representing her clients against large corporations and government agencies.

Alessandra Ballester

Attorney
Alessandra has been dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of serious injuries since the start of her legal career and is committed to providing compassionate, personalized legal support while fighting to secure the best possible outcome for her clients. With experience in both mass tort litigation and personal injury law, Alessandra understands how to hold corporations accountable for the harm they cause. She has worked on complex mass tort cases involving defective medical devices, defective products, and toxic exposure. As well as assisted with personal injury cases involving motor vehicle collisions, premises liability, and other negligence based claims.
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Our Clients Speak for Themselves

“When I got the phone call from Foster Wallace, I was ecstatic but still in disbelief. I felt like a human being again. […] I am very limited in what I can do in life, but I am financially stable.”

James Smith
$1.4 million compensation

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Protecting Your Right to Compensation for Injuries Caused by Defective Products
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Bad faith consists of failing to abide by an obligation of loyalty or the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. Insurance companies have...
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What You Need To Know About Product Recalls
When you buy something, you expect the item to do what it promises to do. And you certainly have the right to expect that it...
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Dealing with Prejudice and Misconceptions in Motorcycle Accident Cases
Motorcycle Riders: Misconceptions and Stereotypes Navigating the challenges of a motorcycle accident in Kansas or Missouri can be a difficult task, particularly when dealing with...
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Benefits of Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Why You Should File for Wrongful Death When someone carelessly backs into your car or accidentally throws a baseball through your window, you don’t have...
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Car Accident Fatalities in Missouri Every year, Missouri becomes a more dangerous place to drive a car. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, for...
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FAQS

Our experienced personal injury attorneys in Kansas City answer frequently asked questions from accident victims.

You could sue for punitive damages in a personal injury case in Missouri if you demonstrate that the defendant’s actions were intentional, malicious, or showed a complete disregard for the safety of others. Punitive damages punish the defendant for particularly egregious or reckless conduct and deter others from engaging in similar behavior.

Motorists are required to give cyclists at least three feet of clearance when passing them. Additionally, when turning, drivers must yield the right of way to cyclists in the same way they would for other vehicles or pedestrians. It is illegal for a driver to block or impede a cyclist’s path. Cyclists are also required to follow all traffic signals and road signs, just like motor vehicle drivers.

Intersection camera recordings provide objective evidence of the events leading up to and following a crash. These recordings can capture critical moments, such as the driver’s actions, the timing of traffic lights, and the speed at which vehicles travel. In personal injury claims, this footage can help establish fault, verify witness statements, and clarify conflicting testimonies.

Contact Our Kansas City Personal Injury Attorneys Today

Foster Wallace, LLC, advocates for the injured because we understand how traumatic accidents can be. If you are feeling overwhelmed, intimidated by the claims process, or simply want to explore your options, contact a Kansas City personal injury lawyer today.

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