Missouri Fatal Accident Attorneys
Few, if any, events are more tragic and traumatic than the loss of a loved one, particularly when that loss was caused by an act of negligence. Compensation may be pursued by people who have lost loved ones due to:
- Auto accidents
- Truck accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Birth injury
- Slips and falls
- Product liability
- Airplane accidents
- Railroad accidents and FELA
- Natural gas explosions
- Asbestos and mesothelioma
- Child injuries
- Work accidents
The lawyers at the Hullverson Law Firm have extensive experience with filing and representing families in wrongful death claims. We are skilled at negotiating fair settlements and taking cases to trial when needed to receive just compensation.
What Is a Wrongful Death Action and Who Can File One?
A wrongful death lawsuit is a legal action brought by the relatives of someone who was injured and died through the fault of another. The wrongful act resulting in death may be through negligence or an intentional act. While criminal charges may be brought against the wrongdoer if the act was intentional or criminally negligent, a wrongful death suit is a civil action.
Wrongful death lawsuits may be brought by the surviving family. The surviving family may include a spouse, children, siblings or parents.
Compensation for the Loss of a Loved One
A wrongful death suit is filed to recover damages for financial expenses and emotional loss. Funeral expenses, lost wages, lost future income and medical, hospital and nursing care costs, in addition to estate administration fees and other financial burdens that the family would not have otherwise experienced, may all be included in a wrongful death claim.
Personal Injury Cases Handled on a Contingency Basis
Our legal fees are based on contingency. If there is no recovery in your wrongful death compensation case, you will owe us nothing for fees or expenses.
Free Consultation From an Experienced Attorney
Call 800-844-2313 or send an e-mail to schedule a free consultation with one of our St. Louis wrongful death attorneys. For your convenience, we will come to you for our first meeting or we will schedule a conference with you at our downtown St. Louis office.
