Murphy & Sumy – Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Kansas City, MO & Surrounding Areas
At Murphy & Sumy, Kyle E. Murphy and Gunner Sumy are passionate about advocating for the hard-working people who make our Kansas City community strong. With decades of combined experience, our skilled personal injury attorneys are dedicated to protecting your rights and securing the maximum possible compensation you deserve. We represent individuals and families throughout Kansas City, MO, and surrounding areas, handling a wide array of personal injury and employment cases with compassion and fierce determination.
Why Choose Murphy & Sumy?
Our law practice centers on client-focused service, ensuring every person who comes to us for help receives personalized attention and dedicated representation. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial hardships that follow an injury or workplace injustice. Our mission is to alleviate your burdens by guiding you through the legal process with transparency and care.
Key Reasons to Choose Murphy & Sumy Include the Following:
Decades of Experience: Our attorneys bring extensive courtroom and negotiation experience that delivers results.
Comprehensive Legal Expertise: From motor vehicle collisions to employment law claims, we cover a broad range of personal injury and workplace legal matters.
Proven Track Record: We have secured numerous victories and favorable settlements for our clients.
Aggressive Representation: We fight tirelessly to protect your rights and pursue justice on your behalf.
Free, No-Obligation Consultation: We begin by listening to your story and advising on the best legal path forward without any upfront cost.
Our Areas of Practice
At Murphy & Sumy, we provide expert legal representation for a wide variety of cases, including but not limited to:
Personal Injury Claims
Car, Motorcycle, Truck & Commercial Vehicle Accidents: Whether you were involved in a car crash, motorcycle wreck, truck accident, or incident involving delivery vehicles like Uber, our attorneys understand the complexities of these cases and will fight to maximize your compensation.
Bus Accidents: Victims of bus crashes can face serious injuries. We handle these cases with the knowledge and resources essential to hold negligent parties accountable.
Boating & Watercraft Accidents: We represent clients injured in recreational boating accidents or watercraft collisions.
E-Scooter Accidents: As electric scooters become more common, accidents increase. We help victims recover damages from these emerging risks.
Dog Bites: If you have suffered from an animal attack, we pursue rightful compensation for your injuries.
Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect: We advocate for seniors and their families facing abuse or neglect in care facilities.
Slip & Fall Accidents & Pedestrian Injuries: Property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe, and we take action when negligence causes harm.
Burn Injuries & Catastrophic Injuries: Our team handles severe injuries requiring specialized legal attention.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): We understand the lifelong impact of TBI and strive to secure the compensation needed for ongoing care.
Wrongful Death: We provide compassionate legal guidance to families seeking justice after the loss of a loved one.
Employment Law
Sexual Harassment & Retaliation: We stand up for victims of workplace harassment and unlawful retaliation.
Discrimination Claims: Murphy & Sumy vigorously fight against all forms of employment discrimination to protect your rights.
Construction Accidents: Workers injured on construction sites have specific legal protections; we have the expertise to navigate these complex claims.
Damages You May Recover
When you work with Murphy & Sumy, we strive to secure maximum compensation to cover the full scope of your losses, including the following:
Medical Bills: Compensation for hospital stays, surgeries, medical treatments, therapy, medications, and future medical care related to your injury.
Property Damage: Recovery for damage to your vehicle or other personal property resulting from the incident.
Lost Wages: Reimbursement for income lost while you recover from your injuries, including diminished earning capacity if you cannot return to work at the same level.
Pain & Suffering: Compensation for the physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life caused by your injury.
Other Economic & Non-Economic Damages: Including rehabilitation costs, transportation expenses, and any other financial impacts stemming from the accident or injury.


Meet the Team
Kyle E. Murphy
Kyle Murphy is a St. Joseph, Missouri-born personal injury and employment litigation attorney who, inspired by his father's legal career, went on to excel academically and gain extensive experience through clerkships at top firms and the Missouri Court of Appeals. In 2022, he co-founded Murphy & Kinney and maintains active memberships with leading legal organizations including the National Employment Lawyer's Association and the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys.
Gunner Sumy
Gunner Sumy is a Northwest Missouri-raised personal injury attorney whose commitment to community and justice — instilled by a family of educators — led him to earn honors in political science at Northwest Missouri State University before completing his legal education at UMKC School of Law. His exceptional advocacy skills earned him the American College of Trial Lawyers' Medal for Excellence in Advocacy following his performance in the National Trial Competition.

Our Commitment to You
When you choose Murphy & Sumy, you are partnering with attorneys who treat you with respect, listen carefully, and tailor strategies to your unique situation. We know that no two cases are the same and dedicate ourselves to aggressive, thorough advocacy designed to achieve the best possible outcomes.
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Kyle and Gunner are amazing! They made easy and there are not enough words I can sat for how grateful I am to them. Thank you again guys!
Kristin J.
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I had an excellent experience working with Murphy, Kinney, & Sumy! From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated to helping me through the process. I high recommend them and you can absolutely trust them to handle your case with care and expertise. Thank you again for everything!
Molly F.
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I was well advised for a recommendation to this place. Not disappointed! Great service.
Dylan L.
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Efficient attorneys that know the law! Definitely recommend for later service.
Cody H.
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Great firm, helped me through the whole process of my case. I’m thankful to them.
Nicholas F.
Contact Murphy & Sumy Today for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one has been injured or faced injustice in the workplace, don’t hesitate to reach out. Murphy & Sumy are here to protect your rights and secure the compensation and justice you deserve. Call us today at 816-477-5009 or fill out our online form to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with Kansas City’s trusted personal injury and employment law attorneys.
Murphy & Sumy – Dedicated to fighting for you and the community we all share.
