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(314) 500-HURTYou can file a wrongful death claim if a loved one died due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. Examples of incidents that cause wrongful deaths include car accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, and work-related injuries.
Relatives of the deceased victims of wrongful death are entitled to the settlement amounts paid by the at-fault party insurance provider. While personal injury laws guarantee compensation, understanding wrongful death settlements may help protect your rights.
Consider speaking to a trusted personal injury attorney for legal support and guidance as you pursue a wrongful death claim.
Here’s what you need to know.
Under Missouri personal injury laws, wrongful death claimants are subdivided into the following classes:
Any individual or entity can become a defendant in a wrongful death claim.
Here are examples of individuals who become sued for wrongful deaths:
You need to prove the following elements to win a wrongful death claim:
An attorney can help compile evidence, including medical records and witness testimony, that convinces a jury or a judge that the wrongful death occurred, resulting in damages.
After a successful wrongful death claim, a plaintiff can receive compensation for:
Processing a wrongful death claim is an additional source of stress to the burden of losing a loved one. If unrepresented, emotions can cloud your decision-making, reducing your ability to negotiate for a fair settlement amount.
Consider hiring an experienced wrongful death lawyer from Burger Law who can handle the case professionally.
Contact us online or at (314) 907-2152 for a free consultation.
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Gary Burger who has more than 30 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney. Gary’s robust legal knowledge is recognized by his peers as demonstrated by his industry awards and frequent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) lectures.
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