To protect you from COVID-19, we are offering a quick and easy remote intake process by telephone or video chat. Call us at 314-241-1020. Learn More

Posted on January 29, 2019 by

How Long Does It Take To Litigate For Wrongful Death?

A wrongful death lawsuit can be quite long in some cases, but the reality is that there are times when that’s necessary. We understand the emotional pain that you may be feeling, but there are some good reasons not to settle too quickly. Let’s talk about this in more detail.

Avoiding a Quick Settlement in a Wrongful Death Case

Unfortunately, insurance companies know that families are in a lot of emotional pain when they file a wrongful death lawsuit. That’s why they do their best to settle as fast as they can. It is in their best interests if they can make it happen, and they almost always end up paying too little. That’s also why it’s best to avoid settling quickly because you may end up getting less money than your case is actually worth.

How Your St. Louis Personal Injury Attorneys Handle Wrongful Death Lawsuits

When you work with qualified and experienced St. Louis personal injury attorneys, they will never let you settle for less money than you deserve. The pain that you’ve experienced after losing a loved one is very real, and deserves to be compensated appropriately. If necessary, the case can even be brought to trial to ensure that you receive the justice that is due to you.

You have our deepest sympathies if you have lost a loved one because of wrongful death. Please rest assured that we can help.