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(314) 500-HURTHere at Burger Law, we understand that losing a loved one in a car crash is your worst nightmare come true, and can leave emotional and mourning families with expensive funeral costs, income losses, and more. When you allow the fatal car crash lawyers at Burger Law to take on your case, we will stand by your side and provide the highest standard of support and guidance through this trying time. Call us today at (314) 500-HURT or fill out our online form for a free consultation.
Nationwide, more than 190,000 people die each year in wrongful death circumstances. According to the National Safety Council, 42,338 people died in motor-vehicle crashes in 2020. According to the Missouri Traffic Safety Compendium, 1,016 people died in car accidents in 2021, the first year with over 1,000 deaths since 2006.
At Burger Law, we know your loved one is not just another statistic. You have to live every day knowing that they should still be here, and still would be were it not for the negligence of others. That is why we fight hard and put all of our tenacity and skill into fatal car crash cases to get justice for grieving families.
Our St. Louis, Missouri Fatal Car Accident Lawyers Will Get Justice For Your Family
Being informed of the passing of someone you love immediately turns your entire world upside down. Besides the grief, funeral planning and the consolation you and your family need to afford each other, there may be immediate financial hardships. An experienced fatal car accident lawyer like those at Burger Law can be your advocate, fight for justice and work to provide you with financial security so you can focus on healing.
When you hire us, we get working on your case right away. As part of our award-winning representation, we will:
Everyone needs time to grieve, but unfortunately we cannot stop the day-to-day grind and concerns that come with life. What we can do is stand by your side and offer you the highest standard of legal advocacy and make your family’s future just a little bit easier.
Burger Law’s St. Louis Fatal Car Crash Results
Any fatal car crash lawyer can say they will fight for you and your family. You need one who has the results to prove it. We have recovered great compensation for families in fatal car crashes and a variety of wrongful death claims:
Any car accident can cause a fatality, however some types of accidents are deadlier than others. Tragically, we often see fatal auto accident claims involving:
If your loved one was killed in a car accident, you deserve justice, no matter the exact circumstances. Burger Law’s St. Louis fatal car crash attorneys have over 70 years of combined experience investigating claims, litigating cases and getting fair financial recoveries for our clients throughout Missouri and Illinois.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, driver error is the “critical reason” for 94 percent of auto accidents. So you will likely be making a claim against a negligent driver and their insurance company. However, the administration also points out that driver error is “the last failure in a chain of casual events,” and that calling driver error the “critical reason” does not mean that it should “be interpreted as the cause of the crash.” The truth is, there are a lot of people and organizations responsible for keeping our roads safe. People who are liable for your loved one’s passing besides the driver may include:
In many cases, different parties share liability. For instance, a driver may react poorly after a problem with their steering system starts. We use our network of St. Louis crash experts to investigate everything that could have contributed to your loved one’s accident, so we know everyone that needs to be held accountable.
What Can My Family Recover After a Fatal Car Accident in St. Louis, MO?
With the help of passionate and dedicated fatal car crash lawyers, you can receive compensation for the financial losses your loved one sustained and their pain and suffering before their death, as well as your financial losses due to their death, your grief and the loss of their presence in your life:
Like economic damages, the compensation for your loved one’s pain and suffering damages will be passed on to you.
If your loved one did not work full time and was at least 50 percent responsible for taking care of a minor, disabled family member or person over 65, the monetary value of their care is 110 percent of the state average weekly wage, as computed under Missouri Revised Statute §287.250
Insurance companies and negligent people and corporations often try to deny liability or devalue claims, even in wrongful death suits. You will need an experienced and award-winning St. Louis wrongful death lawyer like those at Burger Law to get you the full compensation you deserve.
Missouri Revised Statute §537.080 stipulates who is eligible to file a wrongful death claim:
If you have any doubts about your eligibility to make a claim, speak to a St. Louis fatal car crash lawyer at Burger Law today at (314) 500-HURT.
How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim for a Fatal Car Crash in Missouri?
Under Missouri Revised Statute § 537.100, the Missouri statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is three years from the date of your loved one’s death.
If the person you are making a claim against leaves the state of Missouri for a period, their time out of state does not count against the three years.
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When you allow Burger Law to handle your case, we will be by your side every step of the way. We stand firmly behind our belief that the family of a lost loved one should not have to pay to receive fair compensation. Our fatal car crash attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not pay until we win your case. To get started on your free case evaluation and finally receive justice, contact Burger Law today by calling (314) 500-HURT or completing our online contact form.
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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!
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