WRONGFUL DEATH

Suffering the loss of a loved one who dies unnecessarily due to the carelessness of another is a devastating experience.  We understand the delicate balancing act that is necessary to compassionately represent grieving families while aggressively representing their interests.

A wrongful death lawsuit alleges that the decedent's death was in whole or in part the result of liability on the part of the defendant(s).  Usually the victim's surviving spouse, children, or dependents are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant's conduct.

Damages that may be recoverable in a wrongful death claim include:

• Immediate medical expenses associated with the death
• Funeral expenses
• Loss of victim's anticipated future earnings until the time of retirement or death
• Loss of benefits caused by the victim's death (retirement, medical, dental, life insurance, etc.)
• Loss of parental guidance
• Loss of care or companionship to the survivors; and
• General damages