Wrongful Death Lawyer in St. Louis

A wrongful death case in St. Louis and throughout Missouri is the kind of death that occurs due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions of another individual, company, or entity. In such cases, the surviving family members may have the right to seek compensation for their losses.

You'll need legal representation from an experienced wrongful death lawyer if you have lost a loved one due to someone else's negligent or reckless actions. The same applies if you file a claim with the insurance company and they refuse to cooperate with you. 

It all depends on the lawyer or injury firm you hire to represent you. One of the biggest advantages of working with Morgan and Morgan, America's largest injury firm, is that we have powerful legal resources to handle a wide range of cases under the umbrella of wrongful death. These include but are not limited to car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, defective products, premises liability, and certain intentional acts, among others.

At Morgan and Morgan, once we've reviewed your case and established that you might have legal grounds to pursue compensation for your loved one's death, we will conduct a thorough investigation to build a strong case on your behalf, identify the liable parties, calculate damages, file a claim, negotiate with insurance companies or at-fault parties, and represent you in court if necessary.

Most of these cases are usually resolved through negotiations and settlements. But again, it hugely depends on the other party's willingness to settle. If they're uncooperative or if a fair settlement cannot be reached, your case may proceed to court. At Morgan and Morgan, we are always prepared for every possible scenario, whether it's about going to court or settling it behind closed doors. 

You have three years from the date of the deceased person's death to file a wrongful death claim. Failure to take legal action within this timeframe could result in losing your right to sue (if the deadline expires).

Immediate family members such as spouses, children, and parents of the deceased person are usually eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit. In some cases, other dependents or beneficiaries may also be entitled to file a claim.  

Wrongful death cases often involve huge sums of money as compensation since life is priceless. That said, you should expect insurance companies to fight back aggressively when faced with such claims. That's why you need a more aggressive approach. Hiring a Morgan and Morgan wrongful death attorney in St Louis can give you the added advantage you need to hold the other party accountable for your loved one's death. 

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