West Plains, MO Wrongful Death Lawyer
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If you have lost someone dear to you as a result of the negligent, reckless or criminal actions of another individual, it is imperative that you retain the immediate representation of Henry, Williams & Kinder, P.C. Attorneys at Law. When you secure our representation, you can be confident that you will receive the supportive assistance that you deserve.
We are dedicated to providing each of our clients with top-notch and customized legal representation. Choosing the right attorney may make all the difference in the outcome of your case.
With our extensive experience and track record of success, you can be confident that we are the right choice. We will treat you with the care and respect that you deserve every step of the way.
Reasons for Wrongful Death Claims
Most often, wrongful death claims are made in cases of extreme accidents. It is not uncommon for a case involving medical malpractice to also include a wrongful death claim if a victim's life was lost as a result of medical negligence to any degree.
Nor is it uncommon for car accidents – especially drunk driving accidents – to focus on wrongful death as well. These are incidents in which a person's life was wrongly lost through the negligent and / or reckless behaviors of another. As such, these are cases of personal injury law that most suitably fit the need for a wrongful death claim to be made as well.
Other instances in which a wrongful death claim can be appropriately made include occupational exposures to hazardous materials or extremely unsafe working conditions. Typically, construction zones, which are inherently unsafe and leave workers susceptible to many dangerous situations, are cited in wrongful death claims. Criminal activity as well as legal activity that was supervised can be cause for wrongful death claims as well, assuming that a person's life was wrongfully taken in the process.
Take Legal Action: How to Pursue a Wrongful Death Claim
In order to successfully make a wrongful death claim, the circumstances of the accident and the resulting death will need to be clarified and appropriately accounted for in a court of law.
This includes taking specific legal actions that should only be carried out with the help of a licensed West Plains wrongful death attorney who has experience in making claims of this nature. First and foremost, a wrongful death claim will need to prove that a human being's life was lost.
Once this has been established, one or more of the following must be determined:
- The death was caused by another person's negligence
- The deceased individual has been appointed a personal representative for the estate
- The death was caused by one's intent to cause harm
- The death caused financial upset to the surviving family members
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In legal cases involving wrongful death claims, the primary measure of damages will be determined through pecuniary or financial injury. Pecuniary injuries are those that indicate a loss of:
- Personal support
- Financial contributions
- Prospected inheritance
- Professional services that could result from the death of a victim whose life was taken prematurely
To determine pecuniary loss, the victim's age, health, character, earning capacity and current condition will be taken into consideration. Be sure you retain the best representation possible - our West Plains wrongful death lawyers have over six decades of experience to put to work for you, with a record of success obtaining millions of dollars in compensation for our clients.
Compensation will be awarded to the family according the results of these considerations so contact Henry, Williams & Kinder, P.C. today!
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“I could not have asked for better representation than I received from Henry, Williams & Kinder, P.C.”- David Z.
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“Henry, Williams & Kinder, P.C. did a fantastic job on my case not only getting my bills paid, but getting me substantial compensation for my injuries.”- Kathy B.
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“From our very first meeting until they were finished with my case, I knew that I had made the right choice in retaining Henry, Williams & Kinder, P.C.”- Heath J.
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“Attorney Nikki Kinder cares about her clients and works for fair and just compensation.”- Billy R.
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Our Settlements & Verdicts
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$8 Million Rear-End Truck Accident
Rear-end truck accident resulting in paraplegia settled with insurance carriers for a confidential amount after trial court entered an $8,000,000 judgment.
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$6.7 Million Construction Zone Death
No offer wrongful death case brought by the family of a 32-year-old West Plains man killed in an unsafe MoDOT construction zone resulting in a Howell County record $6,700,000 jury verdict.
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$6 Million Tow Truck Wrongful Death
Tow truck wrongful death case where the driver left the scene of the accident settled for $6,000,000.
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$6 Million Unsafe Highway
A double fatality unsafe highway case against MoDOT for the deaths of two Willow Springs teenagers resulted in an award of $3,000,000 each for a total award of $6,000,000.
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$6 Million Wrongful Death
$6,000,000 Arbitration Award against MoDOT for the deaths of two teenage boys killed as a result of a dangerous highway that had no shoulders.
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$4.9 Million Product Liability
Dangerous product which resulted in a traumatic brain injury resulted in a $4,980,000 settlement.