Personal Injury Lawyer in Gladstone, MO

Personal injury lawyer in Gladstone, MO. Burger Law defends the rights of people who are injured because someone else did no respect their safety. After an injury, the first thing you need to do is seek out proper medical attention. After that, you need a personal injury attorney to fight for you and get you the best possible results in your case. Reach out to Burger Law today at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online.

To calculate how much compensation you may be owed in Gladstone, or anywhere in Missouri, take a look at our free personal injury calculator.

The negligent people that injured you are financially and legally responsible for taking care of your injuries and paying you all of what you are owed, but that does not mean they will do it willingly. Burger Law’s personal injury lawyer team fights back for the injured against whoever is standing in the way of justice. That includes anything from making claims against drunk drivers, holding negligent healthcare professionals, product manufacturers, animal owners responsible, suing the government, to getting justice and financial security for Gladstone residents after a loved one passed too soon. If you have questions about your case, what compensation you are owed or anything else about the personal injury claims process, speak to one of our personal injury lawyers in Gladstone, MO today at (314) 500-HURT.

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Why Burger Law Is The Gladstone, MO Personal Injury Law Firm For You

It can be difficult to know how to choose the best personal injury lawyer for you. You want someone with a history of winning similar cases and who is not afraid of a fight. In order to have a good understanding of the abilities of a law firm, you need to look at their previous victories, and their reputation among their clients and peers:

Premier Gladstone, MO Personal Injury Lawyers

The many awards and recognition Burger Law has received from other lawyers include:

• Martindale-Hubbell Award — AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® from NexisLexis® – a noteworthy achievement awarded to not more than 5 percent of all lawyers in the U.S.
• Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocate Honor — Members of the Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an honor only given to 1 percent of attorneys in the United States.
• Top 100 Trial Lawyers Honor — Selected to the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, an invitation-only honor that is comprised of the most qualified lawyers in each state.
• Board Certified By the National Board of Trial Advocacy — Board certified in Civil Trial Advocacy and Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Less than 4 percent of all practicing lawyers are certified by an ABA accredited certification board.

Personal Injury Lawyer Gladstone, MO – Cases We Have Won

Our Gladstone, MO personal injury lawyers have a demonstrated history of getting great results. We fight all who harm our clients, and we demand nothing but full compensation. Our attorneys are devoted to providing our clients amazing legal representation, and we take great pride in our well-deserved victories. Read about our recent victories for our personal injury clients below:

• $5 Million Settlement – Father Killed By Reckless Truck Driver
• $3 Million Judgment – Son Murdered by Pam Hupp
• $2.5 Million Settlement for Father’s Fatal Car Accident
• $2 Million Settlement – Injured Woman Settles Highway Crash Lawsuit
• $1.435 Million Settlement For Deck Collapse That Injured Couple
• $1 Million Settlement to Family of Man with Sepsis Infection
• Medical Malpractice Case Settles for Over $1 Million
• $900,000 Medical Malpractice Settlement
• $900,000 Medical Malpractice Settlement
• $780,000 Federal Tort Medical Malpractice Settlement
• $765,000 Settlement After Fatal Collision
• $600,000 Tractor-Trailer Crash
• $600,000 Settlement – Widow in ATV Accident Settles with Property Owner
• $495,000 Uninsured Motorcycle Verdict
• $400,000 Settlement in Employment Discrimination Case
• $350,000 Settlement in Ladder Case
• $305,000 Settlement in Dog Bite

It is important to remember that no two cases are the same, and what you may be eligible to recover is going to be based entirely upon the your specific accident. We fight for you so that you are given what you deserve.

Burger Law Client Success Stories

In addition to the videos below, you can check out more client testimonials here.

Definition of a Personal Injury Claim in Gladstone, MO

A personal injury claim is your right under Missouri law to get financial compensation for the damage another person caused, and to hold wrongdoers accountable. The recovery you receive is intended to make one whole. The idea is to put you in the same position you were in before sustained the damages caused by another’s negligence.

In some cases, no outcome in your claim can truly “put back” all the things you lost in an injury. While you can be reimbursed for the financial losses you sustained, other damages cannot truly be expressed through dollar signs. If you lost a loved one, you are permanently disabled, are permanently scarred or will have to live the rest of your life in chronic pain, no amount of money can make that go away. What compassionate and skilled personal injury lawyers like those at Burger Law can do is secure you fair compensation in order to provide a sense of justice and recognition, and to give you relief from the financial losses resulting from your injuries.

Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer in Gladstone, MO?

That depends on the specifics of your case, but most of the time, yes, you will need a personal injury lawyer to ensure no money is left on the table in Gladstone, MO. The important question is, can they add value to my claim? If your injuries were minor, you have minimal lost wages and the insurance company is being mostly fair, a lawyer might not be necessary. But, you should hire an attorney in Gladstone, MO if the following is true about your claim:

• There is a dispute over who is to blame, or you are being blamed for your injuries
• The insurance company or liable party’s offer is substantially below the cost of your damages
• Your injuries are serious and require ongoing medical treatment
• There are multiple parties that is liable for your injuries
• Your damages exceed the liable policyholder’s policy limits

Our initial conversations and investigations are free, and we are always honest about whether or not it is in your best interest to hire our services. Our personal injury lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you only pay after you have received the full compensation you deserve, and we have no reason to accept you as a client if we do not think we can get you substantially more money.

What Do You Need to Prove to Win a Personal Injury Claim in Gladstone, MO?

While state statutes can be hard to navigate, whether or not you can seek compensation depends on the answer to one specific question: were you injured because someone else was negligent? If so, legally speaking you have to prove the five elements of negligence:

1. Duty of care — You first need to show that the person you are making a claim against had an obligation to keep you safe. In some cases this is automatic, as motorists all owe everyone on the Gladstone, MO roads a duty of care, or store owners need their properties to be reasonable safe for anyone who legally enters. In other cases, a particular relationship must have formed, for instance the relationship between a doctor and patient or between a vendor and a buyer.
2. Breach of duty — Did the liable party fail in that responsibility? Did a driver hit you because they were running a red light? Did a physician fail to diagnose a condition? Did a store owner fail to fix an obviously dangerous condition?
3. Causation — You must show how the breach of duty resulted in your injuries. For example, you sustained a whiplash injury after being rear ended, or had bad side effects from a prescription drug.
4. Proximate cause — This determines who ultimately is at fault. If you were rear ended, it is usually because another driver was negligent. But if the tires were not safe, someone in the vehicle’s chain of distribution may be ultimately liable.
5. Damages — Finally, you need to demonstrate that you sustained some form of financial loss as a direct result of your injuries. In personal injury cases, this is usually medical bills and wages you could not earn while you were not able to work. If you keep solid records of your medical expenses, an attorney will be able to establish your financial losses with an insurance company. After proving economic damages, we can seek compensation for less tangible losses.

The only way to know for certain if you have an injury claim is to speak to an attorney who has handled your type of claim in Gladstone, MO before. Get in touch with a personal injury lawyer today at (314) 500-HURT.

Types of Claims Our Gladstone, MO Personal Injury Lawyers Handle

Practicing injury law in Gladstone, MO requires that you know how liability laws apply to a wide range of cases. Knowing the difference between a car accident case and a truck accident case seems simple, but there are many different regulations and statutes concerning truck accidents that play a large role in whether or not the case is successful. A lawyer who only knows how to deal with car insurance companies may not have the experience to take on other cases. At Burger Law, we know how to secure justice for the injured whenever negligence results in an injury. Cases we take on in Gladstone and throughout Missouri include:

• Auto accidents, including:
  • Car accidents
  • Truck accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Bicycle accidents
  • Pedestrian accidents
• Slip and falls
• Medical malpractice
• Product liability
• Workers’ compensation
• Dog bites
• Construction accidents
• Wrongful death

Burger Law’s personal injury lawyers know how to get great results whenever a rule breaker injured someone else. One of the benefits of choosing a Burger Law Gladstone, MO personal injury lawyer is that our team takes on all types of personal injury claims, and this actually gives our lawyers exceptional experience that they can use to benefit all their clients. We understand that case types often overlap, and having experience with each type of claim gives our team the perfect understanding of how to fight for our clients’ rights and recoveries.

What Is the Personal Injury Claims Process in Gladstone, MO?

The journey to securing maximum compensation for your injuries starts the second you are injured. While some cases only take a few months, others can take several years before a jury finally renders a verdict. From beginning to end, the personal injury claims process includes:

• Getting Medical Care — Seek medical treatment as soon as possible after an injury, and keep attending all treatments that your physician recommends. The insurance company will be harder to deal with if you wait, and not attending all your appointments will lower both your economic and noneconomic damages. Our personal injury lawyers know experienced Gladstone, MO doctors, chiropractors and physical therapists who can help you in your recovery.
• Discussing Your Case With an Attorney — Even if you do not know if you need an attorney, you need to know what your options are as soon as possible. A good attorney will tell you bluntly what your legal recourses are.
• Investigation and Documentation — Once you have legal representation, your personal injury lawyer will conduct an exhaustive investigation into your claim, ascertain who we need to hold accountable and acquire the evidence needed for the best possible financial recovery. You can help by keeping detailed records of your expenses related to your injuries, and how keeping a journal detailing how your injuries have affected your life.
• Settlement Demand and Negotiations — Once we have determined the full extent of your damages, we will send a settlement demand package to those who are liable for compensating you. In the package we will include full documentation of all of your damages, and demand a financial recovery for all the ways your injuries have affected you. Most of the time, the insurance company will counter our offer with a lower number, and there will be several back-and-forths until they offer full compensation.
• Filing a Lawsuit — If negotiations do not lead anywhere, we will proceed to litigating the case and setting up a trial. While the case is being litigated, both parties continue negotiating.
• Mediation — Mediation is often the last chance for a settlement before trial. In mediation, a neutral third party hears arguments from both sides and tries to break the stalemate.
• Pre-Trial — If mediation fails, the “discovery” phase begins. In this phase, we take depositions of eyewitnesses and expert witnesses, acquire more evidence and both parties will share with the other what they plan to bring up at trial.
• Trial — It is rare that a personal injury claim makes it all the way to trial. Indeed, many times we have gotten the settlement we were seeking just before trial begins. However, if the insurance company refuses to do the right thing, we will fight for your compensation in front of a judge and jury. Trial consists of:
  • Jury selection
  • Opening statements
  • Testimony and cross-examination
  • Closing arguments
  • Jury instruction
  • Jury deliberation and verdict

Most of our Gladstone, MO clients have never had to deal with seeking compensation for an injury before, and do not know what to expect. Burger Law will be by your side every step of the way, keep you up to date on the status of your claim and manage all documentation, negotiation and litigation so you can focus on healing.

What Types of Compensation Are Available in My Gladstone, MO Personal Injury Claim?

In general, there are two types of compensation available in a personal injury claim: economic damages and non-economic damages:

• Economic damages compensate you for your financial losses related to your injuries, for instance:
  • Lost wages
  • Lost earning capacity if your injuries do not allow you to earn a living as you used to
  • Medical expenses, past and future
  • Out-of-pocket expenses
• Non-economic damages compensate you for the less tangible aspects of your injuries, such as:
  • Pain and suffering
  • Anxiety
  • Loss of ability to enjoy life
  • Scarring
  • Inconvenience
  • Disability
  • Loss of consortium

Though rare, you may also be eligible for punitive damages if the at-fault harmed you intentionally or they were grossly negligent. Examples can include a drunk driver, or a doctor who performs surgery after drinking. While punitive damages do not apply to most personal injury claims, your Burger Law personal injury lawyer will pursue every legal avenue possible to maximize your compensation.

“I’ve dedicated my entire life to helping our clients receive full compensation for their injuries.”

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Gary Burger

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What If I Was Partially To Blame For My Injuries?

Telling you your injuries are your fault is a common trick insurance adjusters employ to devalue your claim. If you were indeed partially at fault, you can still make a recovery. According to Missouri Revised Statute §537.060 and Missouri Revised Statute §537.765, the state has adopted “pure comparative negligence.” That means that, if your injuries were partially, but not completely, your fault, your compensation will be lowered by the percentage of fault you bear.

For example, say your damages come out to $100,000, but you were 10 percent at fault for your injuries, under comparative negligence, you would be eligible for a $90,000 financial recovery.

Can I Afford a Personal Injury Lawyer in Gladstone, MO?

Because we charge a contingency fee, there are no upfront costs to hiring a Burger Law Gladstone, MO personal injury lawyer. We take a percentage of your recovery, but only after we win and after you have your settlement check in hand. The benefits of this for you are twofold:

1. You can get high quality legal advocacy, regardless of how much money you have
2. We will only take your case if we truly believe in it, and will do everything possible to get you the best recovery possible

At Burger Law, we know that an unexpected injury can cause incredible economic hardships. That should not diminish your ability to receive justice and a full financial recovery.

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Gladstone, MO?

In Missouri, the statute of limitations is five years for most personal injury claims, pursuant to Missouri Revised Statute §516.120. There are four noteworthy exceptions:

1. If you has not reached your 21st birthday or “mentally incapacitated” on the date of the accident, you have five years from the day you turn 21 or the day your mental incapacitation ends to seek compensation, under Missouri Revised Statute §516.170.
2. If the defendant is a resident of Missouri but is not in the state for short time, their time out of state is not included in the five years, under Missouri Revised Statute §516.200.
3. Medical malpractice cases has a significantly shorter statute of limitations two years of the injury or the discovery of the injury, according to Missouri Revised Statute § 516.105.
4. Any claim against a public entity in Missouri must be filed within 90 days with the Missouri Office of Administration’s Risk Management Division.

While five years may seem like a long time, you do not want to delay in contacting an attorney. Your personal injury lawyer at Burger Law will want the most amount of time in order to best make your claim. Your claim may be affected if you wait and wonder if your case really has merit. Call a Burger Law Gladstone, MO personal injury lawyer right away at (314) 500-HURT.

Other types of claims we win in Gladstone, MO include:

• Truck Crash Lawyers in Missouri
• Semi-Truck Accident Lawyer in Missouri

Other Missouri Locations Our Personal Injury Lawyers Serve

Speak to a Personal Injury Lawyer in Gladstone, MO Now

Burger Law’s Gladstone, MO personal injury lawyers fiercely believe in zealous representation. That means we get started on your case the moment you hire us, pursue every legal option we have, fight back against insurance companies on your behalf and do not let down until you are awarded the full compensation you are owed. We only give our clients the highest level of legal representation; all of our advice will be based on the facts of the case and our experience, but we always leave the ultimate decisions on your claim to you and your Gladstone, MO family. You do not have to pay for someone else’s careless actions. To start on your road to true recovery, call a Burger Law Gladstone, MO personal injury lawyer now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free consultation.

Gary Burger

Founder | Injury Attorney
Gary Burger has dedicated his career to standing up against bullies. The founder and principal attorney of Burger Law | St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer has helped hundreds of Missouri and Illinois individuals and families recover th …
Years of experience: 30 years
Location: St. Louis, MO

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Client Reviews

What our clients are saying about us

Juanita Matthews

Year of 2023

This law firm is absolutely amazing. They took on my case, when nobody else would! They fought hard for me when it seemed there was no hope. They kept me informed and always asked for my input before making decisions on my case. Gary puts himself into every case unlike most law firm owners. Gary and his team really care about every one of their clients, and fights hard to get you a fair settlement. They actually won my case out of court, and then reduced my fees to make sure I could get my car fixed and be able to get back to some normality. I would recommend Burger Law over and above any other firm! If you go somewhere else you aren’t getting the best!

Shaunda S.

7 months ago

I am very happy with the staff at Burger Law. I mostly worked with Michael Sheldon, and he did an amazing job. I trusted him completely with my case, and he did not disappoint. I would definitely recommend this team if your ever in need of good attorneys.

Emelia M.

3 months ago

Burger Law Firm is fantastic. Laura and Genevieve were so amazing and helpful throughout the entire process. They helped me with my personal injury case every step of the way and succeeded at getting me the results I desired.

Helen L.

a year ago

We had a great experience with Burger Law for representing us after a serious car accident. Truly impressed by how professional and supportive the entire team is. And, many thanks to Genavieve and Laura – you are amazing!

Judy M.

a year ago

They did an amazing job on my case! Communication with them was great!!! Kept me informed and in the loop with everything that was going on!!! Will definitely be the 1st ones I’ll call if ever I’m in another accident!!! Thank you very much!!!

Chelsea C.

5 months ago

Let me tell you something about Burger Law.. they are so attentive and kind. Jennifer is my savior!! I love the whole team!!! They are truly a miracle team!! I appreciate their business and would recommend it to others.

David D.

2 months ago

Absolutely the best law firm in the St. Louis area. No matter the size of your case you are treated as if you are the only client on the roster. Will explain anything thoroughly and they work around your availability. Very impressed and appreciative of the service.

Lisa B.

11 months ago

Gary and Casey took great care of me for 2.5 years as my lawsuit was finally settled. I feel he helped me achieve justice for me and my 4 children after their father died from medical malpractice and neglect. Thanks to Gary, my kids now have a great start to their college and adult lives. Thank you Gary and Casey, for fighting for us so hard at our most trying and difficult time in our lives thus far. Love and God bless from my family to yours!

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