Burn injuries can be one of the most expensive injuries to treat because physical reconstruction is often required in the aftermath of an incident. The good news is that the insurance company of the party at fault for the burn injury should be held liable for losses.
If you or someone you love was one of the many harmed by a burn, you should turn to the personal injury lawyers in St. Louis at Drafahl Law Firm to get help pursuing justice. Our firm won’t charge legal fees unless we win, and we’ll fight hard to get you full and fair compensation for the damage done.
Give us a call at (314) 300-6260 to schedule your free consultation and learn more about the assistance we can offer.
Trust Drafahl Law Firm St. Louis Burn Injury Attorneys
Burn injuries are far too common across the United States. According to the American Burn Association, there were approximately 398,000 fire or burn injuries during the most recent year the data was collected. With so many victims facing long recoveries and high medical costs, having the right legal representation is crucial.
Choosing a burn injury lawyer is complicated because you must ensure that your attorney has handled cases similar to yours based on the cause of the burn. For example, since many commercial vehicles carry hazardous materials that can ignite in a crash, our St. Louis truck accident lawyers have extensive experience securing compensation for burn injury victims in these types of cases.
You’ll also want a lawyer who knows how to make a compelling argument to get you full and fair compensation so you’ll receive the money you need to get the necessary treatment and cope with the pain you endure.
At Drafahl Law Firm, we offer the compassionate and knowledgeable support that you deserve. Here are some of the many reasons you should place your trust in our team when you need a burn injury lawyer:
- Our past history of recovering multi-million dollar verdicts for burn injury victims in car accident claims, product liability claims, and premises liability cases.
- Our professional accolades, including being named as members of the American Association for Justice and Missouri Super Lawyers
- Our extensive history of positive client feedback, including clients who have stated that we are “absolutely fantastic to work with… responsive, caring, and very detailed in his work”
We will work hard to earn your trust from day one as we navigate the legal system on your behalf.
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What Can a St. Louis Burn Injury Attorney Do For You?
More than 698,555 burn injury claims were reported in 2020 as a result of burn-related losses, so obviously many burn victims are turning to insurance for help covering harm.
Navigating these claims can be challenging, requiring experienced legal guidance to secure the compensation you deserve.
Drafahl Law Firm will offer the advocacy you need to maximize the chances of winning your burn injury claim. Services we offer include:
- Proving a defendant was liable for losses. Revisor of Missouri Section 537.765 abolished contributory negligence and established Missouri as a pure comparative fault state so you can pursue a claim against any party who was even partly responsible for your burn injuries.
- Gathering evidence. You’ll have to prove the defendant was at fault for your burn injuries to be compensated and will have to prove the extent of your harm. We’ll help you interview witnesses, gather medical records, obtain security footage, and find experts to make a strong case.
- Negotiating a settlement. Settlements allow you to avoid court proceedings. We’ll help you negotiate a settlement with the relevant insurers to try to avoid litigation.
- Filing a lawsuit. If necessary when no settlement is reached, we’ll help you sue and make the strongest claim you can in court so maximize your chances of a favorable verdict.
Call a St. Louis Burn Injury Lawyer Today
To learn more about the ways in which Drafahl Law Firm can help you, give us a call today at (314) 300-6260 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with a member of our legal team.