At Drafahl Law Firm, we provide representation to the injured and fight for the rights of those victimized by careless drivers, property owners who have unsafe premises, companies that release defective products, and others harmed by those who should have kept them safe.
When you turn to our compassionate and knowledgeable legal team at Drafahl Law Firm, you can rest assured you have the right Florissant personal injury attorney fighting for you to get you the justice you deserve.
Give us a call today at (314) 300-6260 if you need an advocate on your side.
What to Look for in a Florissant Personal Injury Attorney
For younger Missourians, unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death according to the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services. Thousands of people lose their lives each year statewide because of these injuries, many of which are caused by the negligence or wrongdoing of others.
When we take on your case, we aren’t just your attorneys — we are your advocate and your voice as we work to ensure the civil justice system helps to “make you whole.” We know you have many attorneys you can turn to, but you should place your trust in us because:
- We have had countless successful verdicts fighting for injured victims, including a recent malpractice case resulting in $3 million in compensation, as well as a $1.75 million verdict in a traumatic brain injury claim.
- We have an extensive history of professional awards and recognitions including being named among the Missouri Super Lawyers, being designated by Super Lawyers as Rising Stars, and being named among Best Lawyers’ “Ones to Watch”
- We have many past satisfied clients who have expressed their happiness with our representation, stating that our team “represents what attorneys should be,” and that we went “above and beyond to make sure I received the best settlement possible”
We bring compassionate advocacy to every personal injury case we take on, and we will earn your trust if you turn to us to help you through this difficult time in your life.
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Types of Personal Injury Claims We Handle
When you hire a Florissant personal injury attorney, you need someone familiar with the type of incident that resulted in your injury. Our firm provides representation in the following kinds of cases:
- Car accidents can cause severe injuries and costly damages, often requiring legal action to secure compensation — contact a car accident lawyer in Florissant to pursue financial compensation.
- Motorcycle accidents frequently result in serious injuries since riders have little protection in a crash.
- Uber accidents involve unique insurance challenges, depending on whether the driver was active on the app at the time of the crash.
- Lyft accidents can leave victims facing medical bills and lost wages, requiring legal assistance to determine liability.
- Product liability claims arise when defective or dangerous products cause injuries, making manufacturers and sellers potentially liable.
- Premises liability claims hold property owners accountable for unsafe conditions that lead to injuries.
- Slip and fall accidents can result in broken bones, head trauma, and other injuries, often due to negligent property maintenance.
- Truck accidents tend to be catastrophic due to the size and weight of commercial vehicles, leading to complex legal claims — a Florissant truck accident attorney will get you the justice you deserve.
- Spinal cord injuries can lead to lifelong paralysis, requiring extensive medical care and legal compensation.
- Brain injuries can have devastating cognitive and physical effects, often requiring long-term rehabilitation.
- Broken bones from accidents can cause significant pain, disability, and financial strain.
- Burns can result in permanent scarring, nerve damage, and high medical costs.
- Wrongful death claims seek justice for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence or misconduct.
- Dog bites can cause serious infections, scarring, and emotional trauma, often leading to legal claims against pet owners.
Can I Obtain Compensation Even If I Am Partially At Fault For The Accident That Caused My Injury?
Missouri law allows victims to pursue a claim against a person who is even partly responsible for harming them. That’s because the Revisor of Missouri Section 537.765 abolished contributory negligence and established the rule that Missouri was a pure comparative fault state.
In contributory negligence states, if you were partly at fault for the accident, you were not allowed to pursue a claim at all even if you shared only a small portion of blame. In pure comparative fault states on the other hand, even if you were mostly to blame, you can still hold the other party liable for their portion of the loss. So, for example, if you were 70% at fault, you could pursue a claim to recover 30% of compensation for your losses.
Comparative negligence rules make it easier for you to take legal action, but it is still up to you to prove the defendant breached a legal obligation to you and caused you harm as a result. Our Florissant personal injury attorneys can help you do that.
There are different kinds of legal arguments you may need to make, depending on the incident that harmed you. For example:
- Most car accident claims are based on negligence and you can recover compensation from an at-fault driver who was unreasonably careless and hurt you as a result.
- Premises liability laws apply if you slip and fall or are otherwise hurt on someone’s property. These laws impose varying degrees of legal obligation on property owners depending on why you were at the property. You’ll have to show the property owner or occupier breached the standard that applied
- Product liability and dog bite claims are strict liability cases, with companies held accountable for all defective products and dog owners held liable for all bite injuries that occurred while you were behaving lawfully.
What Can Drafahl Law Firm Do To Help After You’re Hurt?
At Drafahl Law Firm, we will help you develop the right legal strategy based on the nature of your case. We’ll work to gather evidence to prove both how you were hurt and the extent of your damages. And, we’ll assist you in identifying all potential defendants who could be held responsible for hurting you so you can maximize the chances of being fully compensated.
We’ll keep you informed at every step of your case and will bring our strong negotiation skills and extensive litigation experience to your claim to get you the justice you deserve.
If a loved one was victim of a fatal accident due to someone’s negligence, reach out to the wrongful death lawyers in Florissant today to get legal assistance.
Contact a Florissant Personal Injury Attorney Today
Under Revisor of Missouri section 516.120, a five-year statute of limitations applies so you have limited time to make your case and pursue your claim. Reach out to us as soon as possible in the aftermath of your accident so we can begin working on gathering evidence and putting together your case.
Our firm can negotiate a settlement with liability insurers, homeowners or renters insurers, auto insurers, or other insurance companies responsible for covering your losses. If no settlement can be reached, we are also ready to litigate in court and present a very compelling case to maximize the chances of a verdict in your favor.
Don’t place your trust in just any lawyer after you’ve been hurt. Turned to a personal injury firm with a proven track record of success and with attorneys who focus on compassionate advocacy so you’re supported throughout your case.
Give Drafahl Law Firm a call today at (314) 300-6260 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation and learn how we can help you.
We’ll charge legal fees only if we win, so you have nothing to lose by getting a tough yet caring advocate on your side.