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Highlights & Awards

Edelman & Thompson is #1 in car accident jury verdicts according to the Greater Kansas City Jury Verdict Service for the years 2011-2025 and #1 in Kansas City workers’ compensation awards for the years 2011-2025 according to the Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation.

Last Updated on October 17, 2025

Licenses

Edelman & Thompson attorneys are fully licensed to practice across multiple jurisdictions:

  • ● Missouri: #32601 – Ron Edelman
  • ● Kansas: #15454 – Ron Edelman
  • ● Missouri: #37245 – James Thompson
  • ● U.S. District Court, Kansas: #70110 – James Thompson

Certifications & Memberships

Super Lawyers – Missouri & Kansas

James Thompson has been recognized by Super Lawyers in Missouri and Kansas for 2005–2006, 2009–2011, and 2013–2025, reflecting consistent peer recognition and professional achievement in personal injury litigation.

🔗 https://profiles.superlawyers.com/missouri/kansas-city/lawyer/james-t-thompson/2b0c224c-988f-499f-9b6f-2ac2ff72ffd0.html

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Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

James T. Thompson is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States, reserved for attorneys who have secured verdicts or settlements exceeding $2 million. Verify below:

🔗 https://www.milliondollaradvocates.com/MEMBER-LIST-REFERRAL-DIRECTORY

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Missouri & Kansas Bar Memberships

Ron Edelman is licensed in both Missouri and Kansas, with bar records confirming his standing and authority to practice in these jurisdictions.

🔗 https://lawyers.justia.com/lawyer/ronald-edelman-1674052

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Lawyer Legion Directory – Missouri Personal Injury

Ron L. Edelman is publicly listed in the Lawyer Legion directory for Missouri personal injury attorneys, confirming his active role and practice focus in the field.

🔗 https://lawyers.lawyerlegion.com/missouri/personal-injury

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Reviews & Ratings

Edelman & Thompson is consistently rated highly across trusted review platforms, reflecting client satisfaction and proven results.

Notable Case Results

$11,000,000 Settlement – Defective Product & Work Injury

Kansas City, MO – Settlement for a client who suffered severe burns caused by a defective workplace product.

$10,000,000 Settlement – Motorcycle Accident

Missouri – Settlement obtained for catastrophic injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash.

$7,200,000 Verdict – Swimming Pool Wrongful Death

Missouri – Jury verdict in a wrongful death case involving a fatal drowning at a private swimming pool.

$7,000,000 Settlement – Truck Collision Wrongful Death

Kansas – Settlement for the family of a victim killed in a commercial truck crash.

$6,500,000 Settlement – Automobile Defect

Missouri – Settlement for a client who suffered burns and the loss of both legs due to a defective vehicle design.

$6,000,000 Settlement – Premises Liability Wrongful Death

Missouri – Settlement in a case involving unsafe property conditions that led to a fatal accident.

$5,250,000 Settlement – Wrongful Death Drowning

Kansas City, MO – Settlement secured for the family of a victim who drowned due to negligent supervision.

$5,000,000 Settlement – Spinal Injury (Premises Liability)

Missouri – Settlement for a client who suffered a thoracic burst fracture with incomplete paraplegia.

$5,000,000 Settlement – Auto Accident

Kansas – Settlement for a client seriously injured in a motor vehicle collision.

$4,600,000 Verdict – Bad Faith Insurance Claim

Missouri – Jury verdict against an insurer that refused to pay benefits after a pedestrian was struck by a drunk driver.

Press Mentions

Legal Advice: Injured at Work

(KCTV5, December 2022)

Television segment featuring Edelman & Thompson attorneys discussing workers’ compensation rights for employees injured on the job.

🔗 https://www.kctv5.com/2022/12/21/legal-advice-injured-work/

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Legal Advice: Wrongful Death Claims

(KCTV5, November 2022)

KCTV5 features Edelman & Thompson providing guidance on how families can pursue justice in wrongful death cases.

🔗 https://www.kctv5.com/2022/11/23/legal-advice-wrongful-death-claims/

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KC Cares Podcast – Corporate Social Responsibility

 (KC Cares, 2021)

Podcast episode featuring James Thompson discussing the firm’s charitable foundation and commitment to local nonprofits.

🔗 https://kccaresonline.org/edelman-thompson-corporate-social-responsibility/

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Royals 50/50 Raffle Sponsorship

(The Kansas City Star, May 2019)

Coverage highlighting Edelman & Thompson’s sponsorship of the Kansas City Royals 50/50 Raffle, contributing more than $100,000 to Royals Charities.

🔗 https://www.mlb.com/royals/news/royals-in-the-community/c-43942412

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Ban Johnson Baseball League Sponsorship

(The Kansas City Star, July 2018)

Article noting Edelman & Thompson’s sponsorship of Ban Johnson League teams, showcasing the firm’s community involvement.

🔗 https://www.kansascity.com/news/local/community/johnson-county/article214724580.html

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Contact Us

Interested in learning more about Edelman & Thompson’s certifications, case results, or how the firm can help with your injury claim? Contact us today to speak with an attorney about personal injury, workers’ compensation, or wrongful death cases.

5 Locations in the Kansas City Area
Kansas City, MO
Independence, MO
Olathe, KS
North Kansas City, MO
Lenexa, KS
Since 2011 Edelman & Thompson has won more injury cases in Kansas City courts than any other law firm. Edelman & Thompson is #1 in car accident jury verdicts according to the Greater Kansas City Jury Verdict Service for the years 2011-2025 and #1 in Kansas City workers' compensation awards for the years 2011-2025 according to the official statistics from the Missouri Division of Workers' Compensation.