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(314) 500-HURTYour family’s way of life has been affected. You’ve lost someone important to your lives, and you aren’t sure how to move forward, or how your family is going to pursue the wrongful death suit. Burger Law is a personal injury law firm in Jefferson County that is prepared to fight for your families rights, recovery, compensation, and the memory of your loved one. Our Firm will make sure that your loved one’s memory is protected, and pursue a complete and total judgment against those who caused the death of your loved one. We can and will help you.
Wrongful Death claims are never easy. Life threatening accidents don’t just happen by chance. There are always signs and records that point to a history of negligence that shows that the individual or business that caused the passing of your loved one could have taken steps to prevent the accident, but didn’t. Their actions were negligent and reckless, and we will make sure that they pay for your loved one’s passing.
Gary Burger and Burger Law are a team of wrongful death lawyers who fight for the rights and recoveries of Jefferson County families who have lost loved ones to reckless and negligent individuals. We don’t accept anything less than the maximum amount recoverable under the law, and we will always place the needs of you and your family first. We don’t charge any fees unless we win your family’s claim. Call us at your earliest convenience at 1-314-648-8348, or use this form HERE.
Wrongful Death Attorney Jefferson County, MO, 63010
Wrongful Death Lawsuit gives families a means to seek reparations against those who have caused the passing of a loved one. These types of lawsuits give families legal recourse to hold an individual or business accountable for the death of a loved one. So what does this mean? Your family member, had they lived, would have had a legal precedent to sue for injuries, and the party that caused your loved one’s injuries could have been brought to trial and a judgment could have been sought against them.
In Missouri, wrongful death claims are dictated by Statute 537.090 which sets who can sue, what they can sue for, and how any recovery or settlement is dispersed and what liens can be set against it.
In Illinois, wrongful death suits are dictated by Statute 740 ILCS 180 – Wrongful Death Act.
These laws allow your family to seek recovery, compensation, and justice against those who caused the passing of your family member. Protecting evidence in a claim involving death is critically important. Our Lawyers in Jefferson County know how to get evidence from the defendants, how to depose the defendant, and how to hold the business or individual accountable to the fullest extent of the law. If you need help with a wrongful death claim, please call us at 1-314-648-8348, or use this form HERE. We can help your family get the justice, compensation, and recovery it deserves.
Wrongful Death Lawyer in Jefferson County, MO, 63010
As previously explained, a wrongful death claim can only be pursued after the passing of a family member, whereas, had they lived, they would have been able to sue the business or individual for the damages they were caused. There are many different areas that a wrongful death claim can arise from. Here are a few of the wrongful death claims we’ve successfully taken on:
Truck Accident Wrongful Death Claim – In this case, we were able to prove negligence on the part of the driver and company, and were able to secure an excellent recovery for our clients as well as handle the family’s probate matters so that their recovery was protected.
Medical Malpractice Wrongful Death Claim – In t his lawsuit, we proved that the medical provider didn’t respond adequately to our clients stated symptoms and that they also neglected to perform tests necessary to the symptoms.
Nursing Home Negligence Wrongful Death Claim – Injuries can often have other effects that cause other issues or even death years later. Had the accident not happened, the additional complications would have never arrisen. In this case, we pursued the nursing home that caused the injuries to our client that later caused her to develop further illnesses that lead to her death.
Wrongful Death due to Fentanyl – This drug, in large amounts, can be fatal. The company didn’t make users aware that the use of the patches, directly on the skin, could lead to fatal levels of the chemical in the blood supply. We were able to prove that the company, Janssen Pharmaceuticals acted negligently, and were able to settle the claim for a large, confidential amount.
Opioid Overdose Wrongful Death Claim – The opioid epidemic is ravaging the United States. Doctors often get kickbacks for prescribing opioids, and thus prescribe the dangerous drugs more often. Our Firm aggressively fights these companies. Here is a short video on the Misrepresentation of Opioids:
Wrongful Death Attorney in Jefferson County, MO, 63010
No amount of money or compensation will ever replace your lost loved one. Our Personal Injury Lawyers in Jefferson County will take on your family’s wrongful death claim and hold those responsible for the death of your loved one fully accountable for their negligent and reckless acts. Here are several types of recoveries that your family can pursue:
This is a short list of a few of the things you can recover. We understand that your loved one’s passing is difficult. We want to help you and your family receive all of the compensation and financial recovery that you deserve. When you’re ready to talk, we can help. Call or Contact our Wrongful Death Lawyers in Jefferson County.
Wrongful Death Attorney Jefferson County, MO, 63010
Each state has laws determining who can bring a lawful death suit. This will differ from state to state, but is typically uniform across the US.
In Missouri, Statute 537.080 dictates who can bring a wrongful death lawsuit.
Here is the statute for Illinois.
Here is a breakdown of who can file a wrongful death claim, and who is allowed to benefit from a wrongful death suit:
If you have any questions regarding who can file a wrongful death suit, what your family stands to recover, or how a Wrongful Death Lawyer in Jefferson County can help your claim, please call our Personal Injury Law Firm at 1-314-648-8348, or fill out this contact form HERE.
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