Individuals sometimes die as a result of the conduct of others. Wrongful death claims arise as a result of the intentional or negligent acts of others. Wrongful death claims can occur when a person has suffered injuries, such as from a car accident or semi-truck collision. The person initially survives, but later dies from the injuries that were inflicted. In such situations, a person may have a wrongful death claim. In other instances, a person may die as a result of a defective condition in a car, truck, vehicle, or equipment, or as a result of the manufacturer’s failure to properly warn a person of certain hazards from using a car or equipment.
Claims for wrongful death actions are governed by statute in Missouri. The Missouri statutes set out who can file a claim for wrongful death. Not every person is entitled to bring a claim for wrongful death. Wrongful death claims may be brought by spouses, parents, children, or other relatives, but the statute specifies who is given preference or priority to maintain such a claim. The statute also specifies what the court may consider in determining how to apportion any money received as a result of a wrongful death claim.
Scott Hamblin practices in the area of personal injury law, including wrongful death claims. As an experienced trial lawyer handling personal injury and wrongful death claims, Scott can assist you with all aspects of the case. Scott Hamblin is a partner and shareholder with the law firm of Brydon Swearengen & England P.C., located in Jefferson City, Missouri. Scott handles cases throughout Missouri, including regularly practicing in Circuit Courts in Mid-Missouri.
Has your spouse, a parent, or a family member been injured or killed? If so, you may have certain rights under Missouri law.
Contact Scott’s law office to speak with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer, including claims for wrongful death. Scott prefers to meet with prospective clients in person if possible. Please contact Scott to schedule an appointment. Scott offers an initial consultation, and generally handles personal injury and wrongful death cases on a contingency fee basis so that you are not paying a fee unless Scott recovers for you.
Scott assisted a client who was injured in a car accident due to another driver’s negligence. The defendant claimed that the opposing party using their phone at the time of the crash, and Scott emphasized this claim to show that the other driver was at fault for the client’s injuries. The case concluded with the client receiving the necessary compensation for medical bills following a long hospital stay due to injuries.
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Scott Hamblin represented my son in a high-profile case. Scott was highly professional throughout the course of the proceedings, prompt and thorough in answering all of our questions and, most importantly, was very prepared when he represented my son in the courtroom, which resulted in a very favorable outcome. Our family cannot thank Scott enough…
I am so grateful that I hired him, he gave me hope to overcome my fear and anxiety. Now my case was dismissed because of his hard work. Thank you so much Attorney Scott. May God bless you, and keep continuing to save people's lives!!!
I got stuck between a rock and a hard place in my situation as was in need of help. Scott was appointed to be via public defender for a federal case and I could not have wished for a better lawyer and overall individual. He would show up for me while I was incarcerated on…
I had received some felony charges and Scott fought it every single step of the way (and then some) to a jury trial and did so well, I was found not guilty on all counts! It wouldn’t have been possible without him. I’ve had several lawyers in the past and he is no comparison to…
He did a great job on my federal case
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