Henderson Law Firm | St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyers
Trial-ready representation for serious injury and wrongful death cases in St. Louis.
When negligence leaves you dealing with pain, medical treatment, lost income, and pressure from an insurance company, Henderson Law Firm brings focused personal injury representation built on more than two decades of litigation, trial, and appellate experience in Missouri and Illinois.
No fee unless we recover for you. Free consultations are available for personal injury and wrongful death matters throughout the St. Louis region.
Cases we handle
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Car and truck accidents
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Wrongful death claims
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Slip and fall injuries
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Workplace injuries
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Catastrophic injury claims
WHY WE SUCCEED
Why injured clients choose Henderson Law Firm
Thomas J. Henderson combines litigation and appellate experience with a practical understanding of damages, medical proof, and the financial realities that follow a serious injury. The goal is straightforward: build the case diligently, value it agressively, and be ready to press it when necessary.
Early evidence work
Strong cases begin with early work obtaining records, witness statements, physical evidence and photographs, all of which insurance companies attempt to control.
Damage analysis
A finance background and years of litigation experience help the firm evaluate lost income, future harm, and past and future medical expenses, and ultimately your case value with discipline.
Complex medical proof
Serious injury claims often involve disputed causation, difficult treatment history, experts, and long-term impairment issues. We have the experience to tackle these issue head-on.
Missouri and Illinois
Licensed in Missouri and Illinois, the firm represents clients across the St. Louis region with a practical local perspective in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Jefferson County, St. Clair County.
WHAT YOU GET
Direct attorney access
Injury clients need clear answers and consistent communication, not a handoff-heavy process.
Prepared for litigation
Cases are built with trial credibility from the start, even when they ultimately resolve before trial.
Focused on recovery
A serious injury claim often means medical pressure, missed work, and an insurance company trying to control the pace of the case.
Case Focus
St. Louis injury matters we handle
When a crash, fall, or wrongful death claim turns your life upside down, you need to know what kind of case you are dealing with and whether the insurer is likely to fight about fault, treatment, or value. Henderson Law Firm focuses on the injury matters below with an emphasis on careful proof and serious case preparation.
Car and Truck Accidents
Claims involving serious vehicle collisions, commercial trucking cases, disputed liability, uninsured drivers, and insurers that minimize real harm.
Wrongful Death
Representation for families facing devastating loss, complex damage issues, and difficult accountability questions.
Slip and Fall
Premises liability claims involving unsafe conditions, poor maintenance, and injuries insurers often try to downplay.
Workplace Injuries
Cases involving job-related injuries, lien issues, third-party negligence claims, and disputes about the true impact of the injury.
Client Experience
What clients are saying
Past clients consistently mention responsive communication, practical guidance, and serious attention to the facts of their case. Those qualities matter when you are trying to recover after an injury and need clear answers about what comes next. Hire an attorney who will be available to you.
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Attorney Profile
Thomas J. Henderson
Trial-tested representation for serious injury and wrongful death cases in St. Louis, Missouri, and Illinois.
Thomas J. Henderson is a Saint Louis University School of Law graduate with more than 20 years of litigation experience, including bench trials, jury trials, federal court matters, and appellate work. He represents clients in cases where proof, damages, medical complexity, and insurer resistance all matter.
His background in finance and civil litigation supports a disciplined approach to case valuation, lien issues, catastrophic injury claims, and the pressure points that often shape serious personal injury cases.
After an Injury
What to do after a serious accident
1. Get medical care
Protect your health and make sure your injuries are documented as early as possible.
2. Preserve evidence
Save photos, reports, witness information, vehicle details, and insurance paperwork.
3. Avoid fast settlements
Early offers often arrive before the full scope of damages is known.
4. Talk with a lawyer
A consultation can help clarify liability, timing, and what the claim may actually require.
Service Area
Serving injury clients across the St. Louis region
Henderson Law Firm serves clients throughout St. Louis and nearby Missouri and Illinois communities in cases involving serious crashes, unsafe property conditions, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death.
Office
Phone: (314) 266-4400
Conveniently located in Brentwood, the office is positioned to serve clients across the metro area who need a prompt case review and direct communication with counsel.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to speak with an injury lawyer?
Consultations are available for personal injury and wrongful death matters, and representation is handled on a no-fee-unless-you-win basis.
What if the insurance company has already contacted me?
Be careful about recorded statements, rushed settlements, and early case evaluations that do not yet reflect the full scope of your injuries and losses.
Do all personal injury cases go to trial?
No. Many cases resolve before trial, but a trial-ready approach often improves how a claim is valued and negotiated throughout the life of the case.
Free Consultation
Talk with a St. Louis personal injury lawyer today.
If you are dealing with medical bills, lost income, or pressure from an insurance company, the next step is a focused consultation about what happened, what evidence matters, and what your claim may actually require.