100+ years of combined experience and over $200 million won for our clients in Missouri and Illinois. Contact a personal injury lawyer near you.
Free Consultation
(314) 500-HURTIf someone is killed because of another person’s carelessness, the victim’s family can sue the negligent party for
damages. Regulations for wrongful death claims vary significantly in each state, leaving the surviving family
members of victims wondering, “can I sue for my family member’s death?”, “What are Missouri’s wrongful death laws?”
and “what type of compensation can I recover for my family member’s wrongful death?”
In this FAQ, we are going to discuss the different causes of death covered in wrongful death claims, Missouri’s
wrongful death statute, and how to tell if your family has a wrongful death claim. If you have questions about the
wrongful death claim process or want to learn more about our firm, call our wrongful death lawyers in St. Louis at
314-542-2222 or 618-272-2222. We don’t charge any fees
for consultations and never ask for any attorney fees unless we win compensation for your wrongful death claim.
Following the loss of an immediate relative, it can be challenging to know how to handle your family member’s
wrongful death. The last thing you should have to worry about after losing a family member is how to sue the
negligent party for damages.
If you are thinking about filing a wrongful death claim, you are going to need a wrongful death lawyer in St. Louis
to represent your case. While most causes of death are covered under Missouri’s wrongful death laws, it can be
challenging to determine each cause of death’s specific rules for claims. The most common causes of death in
wrongful death claims include:
The time frame for filing a wrongful death claim is different in each state and certain causes of death. In Missouri,
a person’s family can bring a wrongful death claim within two years of a victim’s death, but in medical malpractice
and workers compensation accidents, the time limit is three years from the date of death.
In most states, a victim’s spouse, parents, siblings, and designated heirs can sue the negligent party for wrongful
death, but in other states, eligible parties are limited to spouses and parents. Missouri’s wrongful death statute allows
the spouse, children, parents, or designated heirs of victims killed because of another person’s negligence to sue
for damages. If the victim doesn’t have a spouse, children, parents, or other immediate family members that can file
a claim, the victim’s siblings can bring a wrongful death lawsuit on their behalf.
After the sudden loss of a family member, it can be challenging to determine if your family has a wrongful death
claim. Our wrongful death lawyers in St. Louis are ready any time to assess your case and determine your right to
sue for damages on behalf of your deceased family member.
If you have questions about what type of damages you can recover for your loved one’s wrongful death, or want to know
more about past cases our attorneys have won, please call Burger Law at 314-542-2222 or 618-272-2222. We don’t charge any
fees for consultations and never ask for any attorney fees unless we recover damages for your wrongful death claim.
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
Similar FAQs
If a person's negligent actions are to blame for your family member's death, under a state's wrongful death laws, your family can sue the negligent party for damages. But, what ha...
Wrongful Death vs Survival Action - What's the Difference? Facing the loss of a loved one is an emotionally challenging experience, and the legal aspects that follow can be overwhe...
What evidence is needed to prove a survival action claim? In the tragic event of a fatal accident or incident, you and your surviving family members may have the right to file a su...
NO FEES UNTIL WE WIN YOUR CASE
We offer free consultations and are available 24/7 to take your call. Live chat, text, and virtual meetings are available.
or call us at