Dedicated Wrongful Death Attorneys in St. Louis, Missouri
Getting the Justice Our Clients Deserve
The passing of a loved one is never easy, but it is made worse by knowing that death could have been prevented. If you suspect that loved one’s death was caused by the negligence of others, you may have grounds for a wrongful death claim. While you will never be able to replace the loss of a family member, you can hold the individuals at fault accountable for their actions. Buchanan, Williams & O’Brien, P.C. provides legal representation for wrongful death claims in St. Louis, Brentwood, and the surrounding communities.
To learn more about how you may be able to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit, please contact us at (314) 862-6865.
What Constitutes Wrongful Death?
In the state of Missouri, a wrongful death claim can be filed when a loved one’s death was directly caused by the actions or negligence of another person or group. Death can occur through any number of factors such as medical malpractice, consumer product defect, auto or motorcycle accident, and slip and fall. The claim can be filed against an individual or a company, such as a retailer or public agency.
In St. Louis, the following individuals are able to file a wrongful death claim on behalf of the deceased:
- Spouse and children of the deceased
- Parents of the deceased
- Brothers and sisters of the deceased
- Legally-appointed representatives
- The court-appointed plaintiff when none of the above are available
Three Year Statute of Limitations
If you are looking to file a wrongful death claim in St. Louis, it must be submitted no later than three years after the death has occurred. You can read more about the Missouri wrongful death statute here. If it is not filed within this time period, the courts reserve the right to refuse a hearing of the case. If you are unsure whether or not you have grounds for a wrongful death claim, our attorneys can help you. We have represented clients throughout the United States and have convenient locations throughout Missouri in Joplin and Springfield. We take no fees until we are successful in resolving our clients’ cases.
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