Personal Injury Lawyer in Clayton, MO

Personal injury lawyer in Clayton, MO. Burger Law fights on behalf of people who are injured due to the negligence of another. When accidents happen, the first thing you need to do is get proper medical care. After that, you need a personal injury attorney to push back against the rule breakers and get you the best possible results in your case. Call Burger Law now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online.

If you want to know the value of your personal injury claim in Clayton, or anywhere in Missouri, check out our free personal injury calculator.

Those who harmed you are responsible for compensating you for all of your damages, but that does not mean they will do it willingly. Burger Law’s personal injury lawyer team fights hard for our clients against anyone who is trying to keep them from the recovery they are owed. That includes anything from suing large trucking companies, holding negligent doctors, product manufacturers, animal owners responsible, suing the government, to getting justice and financial security for Clayton residents after a loved one passed too soon. If you want to understand if you have a claim, the damages you may be able to recover or anything else about the personal injury claims process, call our personal injury lawyers in Clayton, MO now at (314) 500-HURT.

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

It can be hard to know how to choose the best personal injury lawyer for you. You want someone with a history of winning similar cases and who you know will not back down from 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 other attorneys:

Award-Winning Clayton, MO Personal Injury Lawyers

The many awards and accolades Burger Law has received from other attorneys include:

• Martindale-Hubbell Award — AV Preeminent® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® from NexisLexis® – a significant achievement awarded to not more than 5 percent of all attorneys in the United States
• 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 attorneys 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. Fewer than 4 percent of all practicing attorneys are certified by an American Bar Association accredited certification board.

Personal Injury Lawyer Clayton, MO – Recent Victories

Our Clayton, MO personal injury lawyers have a demonstrated history of getting great results. We fight all who have injured our clients, and we fight for a full recovery every time. Our attorneys are devoted to providing our clients amazing legal advocacy, and we take tremendous pride in our hard-fought victories. Check out some of our case results in personal injury claims 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 every case is unique, and what you may be eligible to recover is going to be based entirely upon the your specific injuries. We fight for you so that there is no money left on the table.

Burger Law Client Success Stories

In addition to the videos below, you can see our full list of client testimonials here.

Definition of a Personal Injury Claim in Clayton, MO

A personal injury claim is your right under Missouri law to get financial compensation for the injuries done by another person’s negligence, and to achieve justice. The aim of insurance settlements and civil litigation is to make one whole. The idea is convert all the ways an injury affected you into a dollar amount.

Sometimes, no lawyer or financial award can truly “put back” all the things you lost in an injury. While you can be reimbursed for medical bills, lost wages and other financial losses, other damages are harder to quantify. If you lost a loved one, you lost a limb, 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 empathetic and experienced personal injury lawyers like those at Burger Law can do is secure you fair compensation in order to provide a sense of justice and acknowledgment, and to give you financial security as it relates to your accident.

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

That depends on the specifics of your case, but most of the time, yes, you will need a personal injury lawyer to get the full compensation you deserve in Clayton, MO. The thing to ask yourself is, can they add value to my claim? If your medical expenses are low, you have minimal lost wages and the insurance company is being mostly fair, you may not need an attorney. But, you should hire a lawyer in Clayton, 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 is denying they have to cover certain damages
• Your injuries are serious and require ongoing medical treatment
• There are multiple parties at fault
• Your damages are more than an insurance company’s policy limits

We offer consultations for free, and we are always direct about whether or not it is worth it for you to hire our services. Our personal injury lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you do not pay until we win your case, 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 Clayton, MO?

While the legal specifics concerning negligence and liability can be complex, whether or not you have a claim depends on the answer to one particular question: did another person’s negligence cause you injuries? From a legal standpoint, you must prove the five elements of negligence:

1. Duty of care — You first need to demonstrate that the liable party had an obligation to keep you safe. In some cases this is automatic, as motorists all owe everyone on the Clayton, MO roads a duty of care, or store owners need their properties to be reasonable safe for anyone who legally enters. Other times, a particular relationship must have been agreed to, for instance the relationship between a doctor and patient or between a vendor and a buyer.
2. Breach of duty — Did the other party fail in that obligation? Did a driver crash into you you while they were running a red light? Did a physician not order the appropriate tests? Did a dog owner let their dog roam unleashed?
3. Cause-in-fact — You must prove how the incident 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 liability. If you were hit by a vehicle, the liable party is usually the driver that hit you. But if the brakes were not safe, a manufacturer or mechanic may be the one who is ultimately liable.
5. Damages — Finally, you must 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. Once we establish financial losses, we can also pursue compensation for pain and suffering damages.

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 Clayton, MO before. Call a personal injury lawyer today at (314) 500-HURT.

Types of Cases Our Clayton, MO Personal Injury Lawyers Win

Practicing injury law in Clayton, MO requires that your lawyers and firm know how liability laws apply to a wide range of cases. Knowing the difference between how the law applies to auto accidents, medical malpractice and slip and falls is essential. A lawyer that only specializes in a certain type of injury claim may not be the best choice to get you full compensation in a different claim. At Burger Law, we know how to get great results whenever negligence results in an injury. Cases we specialize in in Clayton 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 someone was injured due to another’s negligence. One of the great parts of choosing a Burger Law Clayton, MO personal injury lawyer is that our team takes on all types of personal injury claims, and have won your type of claim before. 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 Clayton, MO?

The journey to getting maximum compensation for your injuries starts the day you are injured. While some cases only take a few months, others go completely through to a jury trial. In total, the path to getting compensation includes:

• Getting Medical Treatment — Get medical treatment as soon as possible after an injury, and follow your doctor’s treatment plans to a “T.” The insurance company will be harder to deal with if you wait, and not getting the full treatment will reduce your final payout. Our personal injury lawyers work with several experienced Clayton, MO doctors, chiropractors and physical therapists who can help you in your recovery.
• Speaking With an Attorney — Even if you are not sure you are going to need legal representation, it is best to consult with one as soon as possible so they can become familiar with your case. 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 carry out a comprehensive investigation into your claim, ascertain who we need to hold accountable and acquire the evidence needed for the best possible financial recovery. You should also keep a record of every dollar you have spent because of your injuries, and how they affect your day-to-day life.
• Settlement Demand and Negotiations — Once we know how much your claim is worth, we will send a settlement demand package to the liable party’s insurance company. In the package we will include full documentation of all of your damages, and insist that nothing but the full amount is acceptable. Usually, they will respond with a lower offer, 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. During this time, both parties continue negotiating.
• Mediation — If a settlement agreement still has not been reached, your personal injury lawyer and the liable party will likely pursue mediation. In mediation, an objective third party will try to get each party to accept the merits of the other side’s arguments.
• Pre-Trial — If mediation fails, we will go into the pre-trial “discovery” phase. In discovery, we will speak to eyewitnesses and expert witnesses, gather more evidence and share with and request documentation with the other side.
• Trial — Only six percent of personal injury claims go to trial. Indeed, many times we have gotten the settlement we were seeking just before trial begins. However, if the insurance company still cannot see reason, we will defend your rights in court. Trial consists of:
  • Voir dire
  • Opening statements
  • Testimony and cross-examination
  • Closing arguments
  • Jury instruction
  • Jury deliberation and verdict

Most people who speak with our Clayton, MO personal injury lawyers have never been through the personal injury claims process before, and are unsure of what lies ahead. Burger Law will be by your side every step of the way, keep you up to date on the status of your claim and oversee all documentation, negotiation and litigation so you can focus on healing.

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

In general, your compensation will fall into two categories: economic damages and non-economic damages:

• Economic damages compensate you for your financial losses related to your injuries, for instance:
  • Lost wages
  • Lost earning potential 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 losses that are harder to quantify, including:
  • Pain and suffering
  • Stress
  • Loss of ability to enjoy life
  • Disfigurement
  • Inconvenience
  • Disability
  • Loss of consortium

In some cases, 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 are rarely awarded, 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

Litigation attorney

What If I Was Partially To Blame For My Accident?

Trying to completely or partially blame you for your injuries is a frequent trick insurance adjusters use to devalue your claim. If you were in fact partially responsible, you are still eligible for a recovery. Under Missouri Revised Statute §537.060 and Missouri Revised Statute §537.765, the state has implemented “pure comparative negligence.” Under comparative negligence, if you were partially at fault, you can make a recovery for the percentage of blame you do not share.

For example, if your damages come out to $100,000, but you were 10 percent at fault for your injuries, with the comparative fault rule, you would receive a $90,000 financial recovery.

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

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

1. You have access to expert legal representation, regardless of if you are trying to make up for medical bills and lost wages
2. We will only take your case if we genuinely we can add value to it, and will fight hard to get you the best recovery possible

At Burger Law, we know that being injured without warning can put a dent in your back account. That should not diminish your ability to receive justice and fair compensation.

What Is the Statute of Limitations for a Personal Injury Claim in Clayton, MO?

In Missouri, the statute of limitations is five years for the majority of personal injury claims, under Missouri Revised Statute §516.120. There are four basic 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 was removed to make a claim, under Missouri Revised Statute §516.170.
2. If the defendant is a resident of Missouri but is not in the state for a certain length of time, their time out of state does not take away from the five years, pursuant to Missouri Revised Statute §516.200.
3. Medical malpractice cases are much shorter at two years of the the date the injuries were sustained or you learned of the injury, pursuant to Missouri Revised Statute § 516.105.
4. Any suit against a municipal body in Missouri must be filed within 90 days with the Missouri Office of Administration’s Risk Management Division.

While it sounds like five years is a long time, you do not want to delay in contacting an attorney. Investigation and communication by your personal injury lawyer at Burger Law is time-consuming. Your claim may be affected if you wait and wonder if you want to pursue a claim. Get in touch with a Burger Law Clayton, MO personal injury lawyer immediately at (314) 500-HURT.

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Speak to a Personal Injury Lawyer in Clayton, MO Now

Burger Law’s Clayton, MO personal injury lawyers hold ourselves to the standard of zealous representation. That means we get started on your case immediately, pursue every legal option we have, stand up to insurance companies on your behalf and do not let down until you receive the full compensation you are owed. We offer the highest standard of legal representation; all of our advice will be sincere and in your best interest, but we always leave the ultimate decisions on your claim to you and your Clayton, 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 Clayton, 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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