Fatal Truck Accident Lawyer St. Louis MO

Fatal Truck Accident Lawyers St. Louis, MO

The fatal accident attorneys at Burger Law know how difficult it is to lose someone in an accident. On top of the emotional stresses, a family is faced with after losing a loved one; there are funeral costs, income loss, and more to consider. When the Fatal Truck Accident Lawyer St. Louis MO at Burger Law handle your case, we do our absolute best to provide you with the highest standard of support and guidance through these trying times. Call us right away at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free, no-obligation consultation.

We have represented thousands of individuals in both Federal and State court and have had excellent success rates in providing the financial recovery that protects the families of those who are gone.

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What Compensation is Available Following a St. Louis Fatal Truck Accident?

If you have lost a family member or loved one to a fatal truck accident, you are entitled to significant financial compensation. In order to get this compensation, you or another family member need to bring a wrongful death suit to the court. Under Missouri Revised Statute §537.100, you have three years from the date of the fatal accident to file a claim.

With help from Burger Law, financial compensation may be awarded for:

• Medical expenses
• Lost financial support
• Funeral and burial costs
• Pain and suffering
• Caregiving services, if the deceased was the caregiver or guardian to a minor, a senior, or person with a disability
• Loss of care, comfort, guardianship and support
• Loss of companionship

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim Following a St. Louis Fatal Truck Accident?

Under Missouri Revised Statute §537.080, the claim must be filed by a spouse, parent, child or grandchild of the deceased. If none of these family members are living, then a sibling of the deceased may file, or a child of a sibling if the sibling is no longer living. For individuals with no surviving family members, a representative of the person’s estate can do so. Finally, if there is no representative, another person can petition to be able to file.

Our truck accident lawyers are here to help. Call us now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online to discuss the specifics of your case.

What Are Some Common Causes of Fatal Truck Accidents in St. Louis?

As with most accidents, the common causes of truck accidents are almost always avoidable. Listed below are some of the most common causes of truck accidents in St. Louis and throughout both Missouri and Illinois:

• Truck Driver Fatigue – Under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s hours-of-service regulations, drivers are only supposed to operate a set number of hours per day. This law was created to keep tired drivers from getting behind the wheel of their truck and causing accidents. Being awake for 18 consecutive hours is equivalent to having a blood alcohol content of .05 percent. When a truck driver operates their truck while tired, they are maneuvering an 80,000lb vehicle, not a small passenger car that maybe weighs 3,000lb. There is a massive difference between the two, and if a truck causes an accident, the injuries are more likely to be fatal, and horrific.
• Truck Equipment Failure – Trucks are massive vehicles with large parts that need to be inspected routinely. They carry thousands of pounds of cargo, and when one of their parts fails it can lead to the failure of the vehicle and even an accident. Truck drivers and trucking companies must routinely inspect their vehicles to make sure all of their parts are in a safe working order, and ensure that any parts that are not up to code are replaced or repaired.
• Speeding – By law, truck drivers are required to go no faster than certain speeds while operating their vehicles. This seems simple enough, as you have to abide by traffic laws when you drive your car, however, your vehicle does not weigh 10,000lbs + and is not carrying extremely heavy cargo that can make it even more dangerous to operate.
• Texting and Driving – Texting and driving is dangerous regardless of the circumstances. Whether you are behind the wheel of a truck or car doesn’t matter, it’s dangerous and is just as fatal if not more so than drinking and driving or smoking and driving.
• Overloaded Truck – This is yet another law that is designed to make trucking safer in the US, and yet not all truckers follow the law. When a truck is overweight, it can fishtail easily, or the driver can lose control of the truck when driving through tight corners. Overweight trucks are also more prone to flipping and other accidents that arise from overweight trucks. To prevent this, weigh stations are implemented on interstates to make sure truck drivers are following the law.

Any kind of motor vehicle collision can be fatal, especially when one or more of the vehicles involved are traveling at high speeds at the time of the impact. If you or a loved one are seriously injured or killed in a truck accident in St. Louis or elsewhere in Missouri or Illinois, contact a St. Louis fatal truck accident lawyer right away.

Our team of passionate litigators and trial lawyers are dedicated to standing up for the vulnerable and making the negligent pay for the harm they have caused. When a truck accident in Missouri or Illinois becomes fatal, Burger Law’s fatal car accident lawyers demand justice and the maximum recovery for you. Get a free review with an experienced truck accident wrongful death lawyer in St. Louis at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online.

What Are The Top Fatal Truck Accidents in St. Louis?

The most common truck accident injuries that become fatal include the following:

• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
  According to the CDC, in 2020 there were 64,000 traumatic brain injury deaths, and truck and car accidents are one of the leading causes of fatal TBI. Traumatic brain injuries are caused by sudden trauma, either by impact or penetration, to the brain. While mild and moderate cases generally heal successfully, severe TBI can result in coma or death. Severe traumatic brain injuries are the leading cause of death and disability for individuals under the age of 44.
• Spinal Cord Injuries
  According to the World Health Organization, 90 percent of spinal cord injury cases are caused by trauma, and motor vehicle accidents are the leading source. Spinal cord injury fatalities are strongly associated with the severity of the injury and the availability of prompt and proper medical care. 10-20% of spinal cord injury sufferers die before they can be brought to a hospital, and another 3% die during emergency hospitalization immediately following the injury.
• Internal Bleeding
  Internal bleeding can be dangerous anywhere in the body and one of the most common causes of internal bleeding is trauma from truck and car accidents, including impact and penetrating injuries as well as deceleration injuries, when the sudden stop of a vehicle causes internal organs or vessels to break or rupture. Internal bleeding can cause fatal organ failure when untreated, and severe cases are often fatal even with timely intervention. The problem with internal bleeding is that it is sometimes difficult to detect, and truck accident victims may not realize the severity of their condition until it is too late.
• Broken BonesTrauma from truck accidents and other accidents is the most common cause of broken bones, and the majority of the time, broken bones are not fatal. However, extreme breaks like displaced fractures or comminuted fractures when the bone is shattered into several pieces can be especially dangerous, as these shards of bone could puncture and do damage within the body. It is also well-established that broken bones increase the risk of death in adults over the age of 50.

If your loved one was injured in any way and lost their life in a fatal truck accident in St. Louis or anywhere in Missouri or Illinois, call Burger Law’s fatal truck accident lawyers now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online. We are dedicated to holding negligent truck drivers and companies accountable and getting your family complete recovery. When someone disregards the safety of those around them and makes the irreversible error of causing a fatal truck accident, our St. Louis truck accident attorneys will fight for you.

Your Family Deserves a St. Louis Fatal Truck Accident Attorney From Burger Law Standing In Their Corner

Burger Law is experienced in a wide range of truck accident cases, including the ones that have led to the unfortunate deaths of innocent people. Our fatal truck accident lawyers in St. Louis MO are dedicated to providing your family with expert legal advice and counseling.

If your family member or loved one has been in a fatal accident caused by the selfishness and negligence of a truck driver, call our St. Louis fatal truck accident lawyers today at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free case review.

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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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