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Sedey Harper Westhoff: St. Louis Attorneys

Missouri Law Firm Fighting for the Rights of Employees and Injury Victims

When your rights as an employee have been violated or if you have suffered injuries due to negligence, turn to our team at Sedey Harper Westhoff. Our team has over 40 years of legal experience and is made up of nationally recognized employment lawyers and seasoned personal injury attorneys.

We only represent individuals in employment law and personal injury cases. Our firm does not represent employers, insurance companies, or corporations. Whether you work for a small business or a Fortune 500 corporation, we are prepared to take on your employer. If you are injured in an accident or by a dangerous product or machine, we can help with your claim. 

If you think you may have a case or have questions about your rights, don’t wait to get legal advice. Schedule a consultation with our St. Louis lawyers today by calling (314) 819-0963 or contacting us online.

Hear From Our Happy Clients

We Get Results!


    "I have the utmost respect for Sedey Harper Westhoff."
    They are a unique group of smart, talented, dedicated and passionate attorneys working together to represent their clients with the highest degree of legal expertise, and to make a positive difference in the world. Their work is unparalleled.
    - Francine K.
    "The counsel that I received from Sedey Harper Westhoff during each phase of my discrimination and retaliation case was excellent."
    The professionalism and knowledge exhibited, and the personal touch my family received, was comforting during a very difficult time in my life.
    - Rickey D.
    "You don’t just get one attorney… you get an entire firm on your side. I can’t recommend them highly enough."
    Their reputation with the court system and the opposing firm / defendant spoke volumes in getting this case to a winning settlement. Most importantly, they are real people in a sea of so many attorneys.
    - Terry H.
    "I felt not only well represented but emotionally supported, and I got the best possible outcome."
    She helped me understand where the law could protect me and where it would not. She is thorough, knows the law, and was always more prepared than the other lawyers.
    - Lori C.
    "She was honest, straightforward and very professional."
    It was a privilege working with Donna. She was always prepared, got me prepared for every step along the way, and her skills and tenacity got me a great result.
    - Jim M.
    "She is a brilliant attorney and I felt very lucky to have her in my corner."
    Being involved in a lawsuit is a scary situation but at my first meeting with Mary Anne Sedey I was put at ease.
    - John W.
    "I can truly say that they are ‘simply the best’ law firm that I have worked with."
    It has been a professional pleasure working with your law firm. Ben Westhoff clearly explained all my rights to help resolve my legal issues, and always provided the answers in a timely manner.
    - Emma T.
    "I would not hesitate to refer this amazing law group to friends and family for future legal issues."
    Many thanks to Sedey Harper Westhoff! From the start they believed in me and fought for what was right. Bob and Ben were both professional yet personable which made for a very pleasant experience.
    - Scott B.

Our Settlements & Verdicts

We are nationally recognized employment lawyers and experienced personal injury lawyers who will aggressively fight for your rights.

  • $1,800,000 $1.8 Million Dollar Verdict

    Mary Anne Sedey Ben Westhoff and Erin Lueker won $1.8 million dollars for sex and race harassment and constructive discharge for two female salespeople, one Black and one White, against their employer Mercedes Benz of St. Louis. The women, who were top salespeople at the dealership, were relentlessly harassed by their boss and Sales Manager of the dealership for several years. The jury returned a verdict for back pay and benefits, emotional distress, and punitive damages.

  • $2,000,000 $2 Million Dollar Verdict

    Ben Westhoff and Donna Harper won an invasion of privacy action for an individual whose history of addiction and medical issues were publicly discussed on air by the radio station where he worked. The jury awarded compensation for emotional distress and punitive damages.

  • $3,500,000 $3.5 Million Settlement for Wrongful Death

    Ben Westhoff and Erin Lueker resolved a wrongful death action for the family of a man who died suddenly after the tire fell off his vehicle as he drove home following service of the vehicle at a repair shop in St. Louis County. The repair shop had failed to secure the lug nuts on the wheel, which caused the car to crash and led to the man suffering a fatal heart attack at the scene.

  • $350,000 $350,000 Discrimination Claim

    In May 2022, Ben Westhoff settled an age discrimination claim against Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, Missouri. Three long-term Phelps Health employees shared the settlement after they were terminated in a what was called a “reorganization.”

  • $395,000 $395,000 Settlement for Whistleblower Suit

    Ben Westhoff and Mary Anne Sedey achieved a $395,000 settlement in an age discrimination and whistleblower suit that they litigated for over a year on behalf of an employee who was terminated from a Fortune 500 company.

Fighting For Your Rights

We want the best outcome for you, whether that is an excellent severance package, a negotiated settlement or a vigorously prosecuted lawsuit. We are advocates for you, recognized locally and nationally as formidable lawyers.

We Fight for the Rights of Employees!

We have handled thousands of cases for employees, and we are not afraid to go to court. Our trial attorneys have litigated hundreds of cases in state and federal courts around the country, all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court and the Missouri Supreme Court. 

Protecting and enforcing your rights is our priority. When you come to us for help, our compassionate team can listen to your story, advise whether we believe you have a strong case, and walk you through your legal options. We understand you are probably concerned about retaliation and can provide aggressive advocacy as we work to hold your employer accountable.

At Sedey Harper Westhoff, we can represent you in matters of employment law involving:

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  • About Your Employment Case
    • We advise you about whether you have a case and how strong it is.
    • We help you negotiate for severance or a better severance package.
    • We file charges for you with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, and the Illinois Department of Human Rights.
    • We prosecute your case in state and federal court for a just result.
  • About Your Personal Injury Case
    • We investigate and evaluate your injury and the harm you have suffered.
    • We negotiate a quick, fair settlement with the insurance company where possible.
    • We work with your medical providers to develop a strong case of negligence.
    • We take your case to court to get you the best result.
We Fight For Your Rights Serving the community of St. Louis and beyond for over 40 years.


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2711 Clifton Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
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