Town and Country Wrongful Death Lawyer

When a loved one dies, it always feels wrong to those left behind. But legally, a wrongful death occurs directly due to another party’s careless, reckless, or wrongful action—all examples of legal negligence.

If you lost a loved one through no fault of their own, contact Miller & Hine Attorneys at Law for experienced legal representation in a Town and Country wrongful death claim.

Why Choose the Wrongful Death Lawyers at Miller & Hine

It takes substantial evidence of fault and liability for a successful wrongful death claim. Unfortunately, insurance companies are not on your side and may undervalue or deny your claim without assertive legal representation behind you. Miller & Hine Attorneys at Law offer the following:

• Over 50 years of combined experience, knowledge, and resources behind your case
• A law firm with a history of exceptional results and millions of dollars recovered for clients puts a powerful voice behind your wrongful death claim
• A commitment to compassionate legal advocacy and dedication to professional excellence

Miller & Hine offers a free case consultation and contingency-based payment, so you owe nothing up front and only pay your legal fees after your family receives compensation through your claim.

What Are the Common Causes of Wrongful Death In Town & Country, MO?

When the circumstances of a death are such that the injury victim could have filed a personal injury claim if they’d survived their injury, then a close family member, such as a spouse, parent, child, or—if none of those exist—a sibling or personal representative of the decedent’s estate may file a wrongful death claim under Missouri 537.080.

Common causes of wrongful death in Missouri include the following:

• Car accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Workplace fatalities
• Boating accidents
• Aviation accidents
• Medical malpractice
• Nursing home abuse
• Premises liability accidents

When a death occurs due to someone else’s negligence, you have the right to recover compensation for your family’s losses.

What Damages Can My Family Recover In a Town and Country Wrongful Death Claim?

A sudden death often causes financial hardship for families as well as the emotional grief and anguish of the loss. These are the “damages” in a wrongful death claim. Common damages recovered through a successful wrongful death claim include the following:

• Reimbursement for medical expenses if the decedent had medical care before their death
• Funeral and burial expenses (which average at $8,259 in Missouri)
• The decedent’s lost wages for the number of working years they had left to them had they not died
• Lost benefits, such as health insurance and retirement contributions
• Loss of household services
• The loss of a spouse’s companionship and consortium, or a parent or child’s love, support, and guidance
• Compensation for the decedent’s pain and suffering before their death

Less commonly, a decedent’s family may obtain punitive damages if the death resulted from egregious actions on the part of the defendant in the case.

Wrongful death cases proceed independently of any criminal charges in the case and do not depend on a guilty verdict.

How Can a Town and Country, MO Wrongful Death Law Firm Help?

A successful wrongful death claim requires a thorough investigation, careful documentation of evidence, and a compelling case supported by assertive negotiation to secure the largest possible settlement. Miller & Hine Attorneys at Law have a well-respected reputation to put a strong voice behind your claim. Let us bring your family financial compensation and a sense of justice for your grief and anguish.