Edwardsville, IL Wrongful Death Lawyers

Suddenly, your loved one is gone. When you lose a family member by someone’s momentary lapse in judgment or simple carelessness, you and your family need a wrongful death lawyer as committed as you are to finding justice for your family and making the responsible party pay for their fatal mistake. The team of Burger Law’s Illinois wrongful death lawyers will handle your Edwardsville case from beginning to end and negotiate a complete settlement for your family to recover.

Burger Law’s wrongful death attorneys have represented hundreds of victims and worked to recover for them over 200 million dollars in compensation. We represent even the most difficult cases that other law firms do not want to deal with. If your family member lost their life in a preventable accident and you are ready to do something, speak to a Burger Law wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL today at (618) 500-HURT or reaching us online. Our Edwardsville, IL wrongful death lawyers are available to discuss your case, the options available to you, and determine how we can add value to your suit. Do not waste any time; contact us now.

What Can an Illinois Wrongful Death Attorney Do For You?

Losing a loved one can be immobilizing. Though after your family member loses their life in a tragic accident, filing a legal claim is likely the last thing on your mind, you need to hire a wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL as soon as you can after your loved one’s death. With an experienced wrongful death lawyer representing you right away, you will have trusted and experienced litigator by your side who will invest their time, talents, and resources toward your claim and make sure that you use this chance to hold the responsible party accountable as a way to honor your loved one, help your family through this challenging time, and protect others from befalling a similar fate in the future. You only have one opportunity to collect damages in a wrongful death case and you have a limited time to file your claim according to state law, so be sure to choose the right lawyer to work on behalf of you and your family as soon as possible.

The responsibility of representing your mourning family in the wrongful death of your loved one is one that should not be taken lightly. Your Edwardsville, IL wrongful death attorney at Burger Law recognizes the significance of serving you and your family by helping you hold the negligent accountable and secure the finances to carry on in the memory of your loved one. As your Edwardsville, IL wrongful death attorney, we take our responsibility seriously and take an intimate approach in helping you and your family from beginning to end of your wrongful death case.

When you hire us as your wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL, we will perform the following services for your wrongful death claim:

• Provide you with advice, support, and proven legal counsel
• Conduct an exhaustive investigation into your case
• Find and utilize any significant paperwork, documents, and other evidence explaining the circumstances of your loved one’s death and proving legal accountability
• Calculate the monetary value of your claim, consulting medical professionals and other experts who can provide testimony regarding the extent of the damages you and your deceased loved one have suffered
• Take care of all aspects of your case, including communicating with the defense, keeping you updated, filing the proper documents, and other administrative tasks
• Negotiate with the defense for the best possible sum for your damages
• Be able to take your case to trial and show the court just how much you and your family have suffered, if a settlement is not reached before trial

Hiring a lawyer is always a major decision, the sensitivity of a wrongful death claim makes finding the best attorney for you and your family all the more important. To help people like you navigate the process of looking for representation and finding the right match for you, Gary Burger has published free resources like this free book on essential questions to ask before hiring a lawyer or settling your case.

In addition, our legal team offers free Illinois resources on wrongful death and personal injury claims, a YouTube channel @BurgerLaw full of hundreds of informative videos on topics including wrongful death cases, free books and more. Explore our materials or speak to an Illinois attorney about your legal questions for free at (618) 500-HURT or online.

Do I Have a Wrongful Death Claim?

For the best chance at success in your wrongful death claim and to receive the money required to have a memorial service, not to mention continue to provide for and meet the needs of your family, you must be seen as a rightful claimant in the eyes of the law.

To understand if you have a legitimate wrongful death claim, you must:

• Be one of the people, according to state laws, who is permitted to file a wrongful death claim, based on where or what state the life-ending accident took place. In Illinois, the court appoints one person who acts as the representative to the beneficiaries. This person is the one addressed in the suit, but the court will allocate and distribute amounts to go to every eligible family member in the suit. In order to make sure of whether you are, according to state law, able to file the suit in your state, talk to a wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL as soon as possible.
• File your Edwardsville, IL wrongful death claim before the statute of limitations runs out. Illinois gives you only two years, or five years in violent, intentional acts. Two or three years can go by very quickly. So it is essential that you speak to a Edwardsville, IL wrongful death attorney as soon as possible after the fatal accident occurs.
• Meet all the requirements for proving negligence and fault in the wrongful death case.For the death of your loved one to be eligible for a wrongful death suit in Illinois, certain facts must be true. You must be able to prove that:
  1. The defendant owed your loved one a duty to keep them safe
  2. They failed that duty by something they did or did not do
  3. It was this breach of duty that caused the death of your family member
  4. As the plaintiff in the wrongful death case, you and your deceased family member have experienced damages as a result of the breach of duty

You undoubtedly have experienced a number of overwhelming emotions about losing your loved one in a preventable accident. To hold the negligent party responsible for the gross misconduct, honor the memory of your family member, and provide your family with the means to continue to take care of your day-to-day needs, you should file a wrongful death suit. For the best chance of winning your Edwardsville, IL wrongful death claim and to determine whether you can file a claim, turn to the qualified Edwardsville, IL wrongful death attorneys of Burger Law. With us on your side, you can make the most of the suit and get the financial compensation you deserve. Though all the money in the world does not make up for your loss, success in a wrongful death suit in Edwardsville, IL is a powerful feat for many grieving families. Our Edwardsville, IL wrongful death attorneys grasp how important this is to you and we have the legal expertise and commitment to stand up to the responsible party and obtain the highest amount of compensation.

Our Edwardsville, IL attorneys have experience fighting for and winning a variety of often complex tort cases. Click on the case type below to learn more.

• Personal injury
• Car accident
• Truck accident
• Motorcycle accident
• Wrongful death

How Your Wrongful Death Attorney Edwardsville, IL Can Help Recover Damages

Families of wrongful death victims are provided by law a way to collect compensation and make the responsible party pay for their actions. When you win your wrongful death case, you typically receive damages as monetary compensation. The value of your case is reliant upon many variables. As knowledgeable wrongful death attorneys, your Burger Law wrongful death lawyer in Edwardsville, IL will work hard and apply his experience to demonstrate the complete value of damages to which you are entitled. Whether we are able to come to an agreeable settlement through negotiation or mediation or we have to fight for your family in a jury trial, the Burger Law wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL on your case will articulate the devastating pain—physical, emotional, and otherwise—this experience has caused you, your family, and your loved one prior to their passing.

The value of your case is determined by a number of factors. The damages you can collect are considered either economic or non-economic.

You may collect damages in your wrongful death suit for:

• Medical bills and treatments received prior to your loved one’s death
• Final expenses, such as memorial services and a burial or cremation
• The pain and suffering your family member experienced before passing away
• You and your family’s mental anguish of losing a loved one
• Loss of income
• Loss of future income
• Loss of benefits
• Loss of companionship
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of support
• Loss of care, such as if the decedent was a father rearing two young children or an adult child caring for an elderly family member

Due to the types of damages that can play a role, your wrongful death case value can be difficult to determine and understand. What was their life expectancy? Were they old and nearing the end of their natural life or were they a young person without a family or career? What services and support did they provide to their family? Did they have any dependents? Was the act that ended their life an accident or an intentional violent act? Did they suffer extensively before their death or did they die immediately without suffering? Many facts of the decedent’s family, lifestyle, and circumstances of the accident will be factored in when calculating the value of your claim.

Speak to a Wrongful Death Attorney in Edwardsville, IL Today

The wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL on your case should be accomplished in this area of law and have extensive experience and success in cases similar to yours. Burger Law’s wrongful death lawyers are dedicated to your family’s cause, exhausting all leads in calculating all damages from your case and showing the defendant’s negligence in the accident leading to the death of your loved one. It is time to hire a Burger Law wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL to represent the interests of you and your family and use our expertise to get the full compensation you are owed.

Put your family on track to win your wrongful death claim by speaking to a Burger Law wrongful death attorney in Edwardsville, IL today. Put our talent, experience, and commitment to use toward winning your case, allowing your family to make the negligent party pay and collect the money that will help your family carry on and pay tribute to your loved one’s memory. The Burger Law wrongful death attorneys take our responsibility as your advisor and advocate very seriously and will not rest until we secure a moment of peace for you and your family. Talk with our wrongful death attorneys today at (618) 500-HURT or send us a message now.

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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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