Injury Lawyer Carthage, MO

Injury Lawyer in Carthage, MO. If you were injured through no fault of your own, the Carthage, MO injury lawyer firm of Burger Law will stand by your side to get you the recovery you are owed. Speak to an attorney now at (312) 500-HURT or fill out our online form for a no-risk, no-obligation case evaluation.

The rules that govern us as a society are in place so that we can no one is harmed or wronged. But unfortunately, while you do everything right, there are others who, either by negligence or recklessness, injure others by not prioritizing their safety. If someone broke the rules and injured you, there is a legal remedy. However, too often people try to deny any wrongdoing and insurance adjusters try to avoid their obligation to award you a financial recovery. That is when Burger Law’s Carthage, MO injury lawyer team will take up your case and aggressively pursue every legal option hold the liable party accountable and get you a full financial recovery. We are trusted by the injured and vulnerable, and feared by Carthage, MO insurance companies. We start investigating and litigating your case right away, and do not rest until justice is served.

Begin your journey toward full compensation right away. An injury creates immediate hardships in all facets of your life. At Burger Law, our injury lawyers deal with tough injury cases. We know how to get you a great settlement and can take your case to trial if we have to. With our devoted legal advocacy, you will feel cared for and included. Let us take on the legal battle so you can spend your energy on recovering. Even if you just want to know if the settlement offer you have already received is fair, we are happy to answer any questions you may have for free. Call an injury lawyer today at (312) 500-HURT.

If you believe you have a personal injury claim in Carthage or anywhere in Illinois, see how much your claim may be worth by using our free personal injury calculator.

Do I Have An Injury Claim in Carthage, MO?

Whether or not you are able to make a claim depends on what kind of injury case you have, and whether they were caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. There are four elements to an injury claim Carthage, MO:

• Another person had to act in relation to you with reasonable care
• They violated that duty of care
• The breach of duty caused physical injuries
• Those injuries led to financial damages

That last part is extremely important. Compensation is only available for those who have sustained economic harm. For example, if you if you are rear-ended in a parking lot, but the accident does not lead to any financial losses in the form of lost wages or an emergency room visit, you may not be able to make a personal injury claim.

Types of Liability and Negligence in Carthage, MO Injury Claims

The Carthage, MO injury lawyers of Burger Law represent the injured in all kinds of personal injury cases, including:

• Ordinary negligenceThe vast majority of personal injury claims are considered ordinary negligence. That could include someone texting and driving or failing to fully stop at a stop sign or a landlord or business failing to de-ice their parking lot or sidewalk. While their intent was not to intentionally harm you, they still need to pay for your injuries because they did not use the ordinary care that a reasonable person would have used.
• Gross negligenceGross negligence is an extreme diversion from reasonable care. According to Missouri Revised Statute §562.016, a person “acts recklessly” in Carthage, MO when they are
  

  … reckless when he or she consciously disregards a substantial and unjustifiable risk that circumstances exist or that a result will follow, and such disregard constitutes a gross deviation from the standard of care which a reasonable person would exercise in the situation.

  Examples of gross negligence include drunk driving, a doctor operating on the wrong part of the body or a nursing home failing to move bedridden patients.

• Vicarious liabilityIn personal injury cases, vicarious liability occurs when a “supervisory party,” typically an employer, is held responsible for the actions of the people under them during the course of their work. For example, if a rideshare driver causes a car crash. While it may be the employee’s fault, you would make a claim against the employer and their insurance company.
• Third-party liabilityThird-party liability is seen most often in workers’ compensation claims. If you were injured during the course of your employment, your employer is required to compensate you no matter the cause. However, more compensation may be available if someone besides your employer caused or contributed to your accident. For instance, you could sue a manufacturer if a dangerous product injured you while working.

  While Burger Law’s injury lawyers prefer to let Carthage, MO workers handle their workers’ comp claims themselves in order to not take a cut of their recovery, call us if you believe a third party contributed to your injuries.

• Strict liabilityUnder the doctrine of strict liability, in certain types of claims an individual or organization is automatically liable for your injuries, regardless of their intent or disregard for safety. This type of liability is most commonly used against the owners of dogs that hurt people and anyone involved in the chain of distribution automatically being liable in a products liability case or people involved in an ultrahazardous activity, for example controlled burning of fields.
• Negligent EntrustmentNegligent entrustment is when someone allows another person to perform an activity or use something they are in control of that the other person is not in a condition to do safely. In an auto accident, this would be if a vehicle owner gives the keys to someone they know was drunk.

Your Burger Law injury lawyer in Carthage, MO will look into every type of negligence to hold every liable party accountable. Holding multiple parties accountable is essential when the main defendant has policy limits.

Common Cases our Injury Lawyers Take in Carthage, MO

The Carthage, MO injury lawyers of Burger Law represent the injured in all types of personal injury claims, such as:

• Auto accidents, such as:
  • Car accidents
  • Truck accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Bus accidents
  • Fatal car accidents
  • Drunk driving accidents
  • Distracted driving accidents
  • Hit and run accidents

  How to know if you have an auto accident claim in Carthage, MO: Missouri Revised Statute §304.012 states that anyone who operates a motor vehicle has “to exercise highest degree of care,” meaning any negligent driver who causes you injuries is liable. If someone broke the rules of the road, such as texting and driving, or was grossly negligent, such as reckless driving, then you can make a claim against their insurance company for a financial recovery. If a defective car component such as a tire contributed to your auto wreck, you can sue the company that made the vehicle under strict liability.

• Slip and falls and other premises liability claimsHow to know if you have a premises liability claim in Carthage, MO: Under Missouri Revised Statute §537.348, you can hold the possessor of a property accountable if your injuries were caused by a negligent or malicious failure to guard or warn against a hazardous property condition that the the landowner either knew about or should have been aware of through standard upkeep of their property. A property hazard can be anything from a wet spot on the floor, to broken handrails. Only invitees and licensees can make a premises liability claim in Carthage, MO, not people who are there illegally.
• Product liabilityHow to know if you have a product liability claim in Carthage, MO: Product liability claims consist of three categories:
  • Design flaw: innate flaw in the design that afterwards passes the fault to all of that product model that go on to be manufactured
  • Flaw in manufacturing: an issue while the product is being manufactured that can affect anywhere from one product to an entire line
  • Inadequate instructions: the product was designed, manufactured and used safely, however there was no warning that a reasonable use of the product could result in injuries

  Under, §537.760, the liable party anyone involved in the chain of commerce from conception to you purchasing the product, as long as you were using the product in a “reasonably anticipated” manner.

• Dog biteHow to know if you have a dog bite case in Carthage, MO: Dog owners are also automatically liable as a matter of law, meaning the dog owner is responsible for paying for your damages even if they tried to restrain the dog or had to reason to believe it would be willing to bite someone Under §273.036, you can make a dog bite claim if:
  • The bite occurred without provocation
  • You were allowed to be on the property where it occurred
• Medical malpractice, such as:
  • Nursing home negligence
  • Birth injuries
  • Wrong diagnosis or failure to diagnosis
  • Neglecting to remove instruments after surgery
  • Hospital system failures

  How to know if you have a medical malpractice claim in Carthage, MO: Medical malpractice cases are based on the standard of care, which is the accepted treatment of a certain condition by a doctor in a certain field and in a certain location. Meaning, the standard of care for an emergency room doc in Carthage will vary from that of a primary care physician in Doylsetown, Pennsylvania. When suing a doctor for malpractice, your injury lawyer will get an affidavit from a Carthage, MO doctor in the same discipline as the doctor you are suing to prove the violation of the standard of care.

  Just because a doctor makes a mistake, it is not necessarily malpractice. For instance, say you go to an emergency room doctor, they prescribe an accepted method of treatment and it turns out to actually make matters worse. As long as they take appropriate actions from that point on, you likely would not have a malpractice claim. If they do nothing and you sustain further harm, you may very well have a claim.

• Workers’ CompensationHow to know if you have a workers’ compensation claim in Carthage, MO: Missouri’s workers’ compensation are beneficial to both employers and employee: you automatically get a financial recovery for an injury received during the course of your employment, and your employer cannot be sued. However, you will still need a workers’ compensation lawyer in Carthage, MO if:
  • Your employer does not recognize your claim
  • You want a different doctor than the one your employer chose
  • Your symptoms get worse over time
  • Your employer forces you to return to work before you are able
  • Other issues such as third-party liability claims, it is a repeat injury or if your employer neglected to have workers’ compensation insurance

  Your Carthage, MO injury lawyer of Burger Law will back against anyone who tries to take advantage of you, including your employer and their workers’ comp insurance.

• Construction accidentsHow to know if you have a construction accident claim in Carthage, MO: Twelve of the top 25 most dangerous jobs in the U.S. are construction-related jobs. While construction companies all have worker’s compensation insurance, an injury lawyer can help you determine if more compensation is available in a third-party liability claim.

  A Burger Law injury lawyer can also help you make a claim against construction company in Carthage, MO if you were a non-construction worker who was injured because a construction site was not properly cordoned off.

No matter what type of accident caused your injuries, know that your Carthage, MO injury lawyer at Burger Law investigated, litigated and won that exact type of claim before. We start developing a legal strategy for your case from the moment you hire us to get you the compensation you deserve. If your worst nightmare came true, we represent Carthage, MO families of those who perished in a wrongful death.

Our Carthage, MO Injury Lawyers Fight to Get You Compensation For Your Injuries

Each injury claim has its own unique complexities. Maybe multiple parties may be at fault or the manufacturer of a defective product is in another country. Or maybe your injuries result in permanent disability. Whatever complications you may have in your case, our injury lawyers have seen it before and will not back down until you get the full financial recovery you deserve. We know that injuries can be devastating and we have committed our practice to helping injured parties recover from mild to severe injuries, including:

• Head injuries
• Back, neck and spine injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Eye injuries
• Sepsis infections
• Internal injuries
• Burns
• Broken bones
• Loss of limb
• Paraplegia or quadriplegia
• Dislocations
• Post-traumatic stress disorder

Whether your injuries caused you to need just a few chiropractic appointments or have left you wheelchair bound for the rest of your life, you did nothing wrong, and should not have to pay for it. Speak to an attorney today at (312) 500-HURT.

What is the Statute of Limitations for an Injury Claim in Missouri?

Each state legislature decides its statute of limitations, and Missouri’s is fairly generous at five years, under Missouri Revised Statute §516.120. The clock for those two years begins the day that you are injured. There are some notable exceptions:

• Missouri Revised Statute §516.105 — In a medical malpractice claim, you have two years from either the date that the malpractice occurred or the date you discovered the malpractice. However, the clock cannot run past 10 years.
• Missouri Revised Statute §537.100 — In a wrongful death claim, you have three years from the date of your loved one’s death to file a claim.
• Missouri also makes the following exception in any injury case:
  • If you were under 18 when the negligence or malpractice occurred, the countdown starts on your 18th birthday.
  • If you were under a legal disability when the negligence or malpractice occurred, the countdown starts when the disability ends.
  • If the liable party stops residing in the state for a period, the period of time they are out of state does not count against the two years.

While five years may seem like more than enough time, delaying could bring complications to your case, such as eyewitnesses forgetting key events. If someone else broke the rules and injured you, call a Burger Law injury lawyer in Carthage, MO today at (312) 500-HURT.

Cases we take on in Carthage, MO include:

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

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Injuries happen in an instant and often result in unanticipated hardships for those affected by the accident. But we are here to stand by your side. Every Carthage, MO injury lawyer at Burger Law has dedicated their lives to the service of others by fighting back against the wrongdoers. In our three decades practicing law we have won those wronged by the negligence of another over $180 million in verdicts and settlements. For the the best possible results in your case, reach out to a Burger Law Carthage, MO injury lawyer at (312) 500-HURT or contact us online for a complimentary consultation.

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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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