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How a Wrongful Death Lawyers Can Help
If you lose a loved one in an accident or another's negligence or reckless behavior, a wrongful death lawyer can help you obtain justice.
A civil lawsuit isn't able to undo what happened, but it can provide family a legal path to hold those responsible accountable for the losses you have suffered.
When a loved one is lost, it's natural to have questions about what happened, and outrage if it was preventable.
Your attorney can investigate what lead to your relative’s death, explain your legal rights, and file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek financial compensation for you and other affected members of your family.

Your attorney can investigate what led to your relative’s death, explain your legal rights, and file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek financial compensation for you and other affected members of your family.
The lawyers at Lawsuit Legal have deep experience fighting complex wrongful death claims and have a proven history of landmark recoveries.
If you are considering taking legal action over the death of a loved one, get a free legal evaluation of your claim and review your legal options with one of our award-winning legal team today.
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Key Services Wrongful Death Attorneys Can Provide
If you've lost a loved one due to someone else's negligence or misconduct, a trusted wrongful death attorney can be an invaluable ally in the fight to obtain justice.
Taking legal action over wrongful death offers next of kin a means to hold the responsible parties accountable and recover financial compensation for their tragic loss.
Here are the key services they offer:
Legal Representation
- Case Evaluation: Review the unique circumstances surrounding the death to determine if you have a viable wrongful death claim and are eligible to take legal action.
- Filing Lawsuits: If you have a valid wrongful death claim and decide to take legal action your lawyer will file your claim and handle all the necessary paperwork to proceed.
- Trial Representation: If trying your case in the courtroom proves necessary, your attorney will present your case to judge and jury in the best possible light and make the arguments on your behalf to seek justice for your loved one.
Investigation
- Evidence Collection: Your representation can investigate the circumstances of what happened and help uncover responsible parties which may be liable. They will gather the crucial evidence related to the incident including potential medical records, police reports, and witness statements to build a strong case.
- Expert Consultation: Our law firm has relationships with top-rated medical professionals, forensic, accident reconstructionists, and other professional experts who may be used to establish the cause of death and support liability claims.
Financial Compensation
- Economic Damages: On behalf of the estate or next of kin, your legal team will seek compensation for damages such as lost wages, medical expenses, funeral costs and other damages the law provides for.
- Non-Economic Damages: They may include a claim for pain and suffering, loss of companionship, emotional distress and other damages dependin on the facts and state law.
- Punitive Damages: In cases involving gross negligence or intentional harm the defendent may have punitive exposure over what happened.
Support and Guidance
- Emotional Support: An experienced legal team will provide compassionate guidance and support during a challenging and overwhelming time. We are never too busy to take the time to listen to your side of the story, your needs, and let you share the full impact of your grief.
- Communication: Your attorneys will keep you informed about the case progress and answer any questions you may have throughout the legal process.
- Negotiation: Handle negotiations with involved insurance companies or other responsible parties to achieve a fair settlement that can provide needed financial security for your family providing room to grieve.
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How a Wrongful Death Attorney Establishes Proof

A claimant must be able establish the responsible parties behavior was reckless, negligent or intentional for a valid civil lawsuit claim. This can apply to a broad variety of situations depending on the nature of the case.
In a recent case example, a woman was killed in a fatal car accident when her vehicle was struck in the middle of an intersection by another driver who ran the red light. Running a red light is negligent behavior and establishes liability.
Wrongful death claims are complex legal matters and are often much more complicated than this relatively straightforward example.
In some cases there can be multiple factors which contributed to the incident, layered liability with multiple parties wrapped up in the chain of causation.
During the investigation of the incident your legal team will be collecting evidence and records to prove the defendant's actions were negligent or reckless and that their behavior or failure to act contributed to the fatality.
There are five key elements that must be demonstrated:
The 5 Elements of Negligence in a Wrongful Death Claim
- Duty of Care: The defendant had a legal duty to act with reasonable care towards the deceased. Relationships where this duty can exist include examples such as doctor-patient, employer-employee, or driver-pedestrian.
- Breach of Duty: The defendant breached this duty by failing to act as a reasonable person would under similar circumstances. This breach can involve actions or a failure to act.
- Causation in Fact: There must be a direct link between the defendant's breach of duty and the death of the deceased. This means proving the death would not have occurred "but for" the defendant's behavior.
- Proximate Cause: The death must have been a reasonabl consequence of their conduct.
- Damages: The plaintiff must demonstrate that the death resulted in damages, such as medical expenses, funeral costs, lost income, and pain and suffering experienced by the deceased, the estate, or next of kin.
While investigating your case your legal team will be working to prepare a strong case and establish the required elements of a civil wrongful death claim. There are a broad spectrum of incidents and accidents that can result in wrongful death.
If you feel your loved one's death could have been prevented, you should speak to our wrongful death attorneys to review your legal options.
Situations that Can Lead to Wrongful Death
Each case is unique. In our experience, wrongful death claims most commonly arise from the following situations.
- Car Accidents: Fatal auto accidents involving negligent driving behaviors, such as speeding, distracted driving, or drunk driving. Fatal accidents are the most common circumstances we regularly encounter giving rise to wrongful death claims.
- Medical Malpractice: Errors by healthcare professionals, hospital malpractice, and doctor errors such as misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, or medication errors, can result in fatal outcomes for patients. This can lead to wrongful death claims against hospitals or doctors responsible for their care.
- Workplace Accidents: Unsafe working conditions, lack of proper safety measures, equipment malfunction can result in preventable fatal accidents in the workplace giving rise to claims of wrongful death.
- Defective Products: Manufacturers can be held liable if a defective product causes a fatal injury.
- Criminal Activities: Intentional acts, such as assault, homicide, or other criminal activities, which cause someone's death can lead to civil wrongful death claims separate from any criminal proceedings.
- Nursing Home Negligence: When fatal injuries due to neglect, abuse, or inadequate care in nursing homes breaching the duty of care obligation.
- Premises Liability: Unsafe structures or lack of security can result in property owners being held liable for a fatal accident on their premises.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What types of cases do wrongful death lawyers handle?
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A: If you lost a loved one in a fatal accident, which you feel was preventable, you should consult our attorneys to find out if you have a valid claim. A variety of accidents and scenarios can give rise to a claim. We most regularly cases from victim's family members involving medical malpractice and motor vehicle accidents resulting in a fatality. In some cases the victim dies at the scene of the incident or they succumb from their wounds later during medical treatment. Whatever the circumstances, don't hesitate to reach out to obtain the legal help you need to see justice is done during this tragic time.
- Q: How do I know if I have a wrongful death case?
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A: If your loved one lost their life due to misconduct, negligence, or the recklessness of another party, you likely have a valid claim. Get a free legal consultation when you are ready to share your side of the story with our attorneys to review your claim. Our attorneys understand the law and will be able to answer your questions and provide your legal options for obtaining justice and potential financial compensation.
- Q: How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim?
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A: State law's can vary. The statute of limitations in your state will set the time window by which you have a right to file suit for wrongful death. If you fail to take legal action within this window you risk forfeiting your right in the eyes of the court to sue. Additionally, your attorneys need time to build a strong case and prepare to present your arguments. Evidence needs to be collected and preserved. Your legal team will want as much time as possible to prepare your case.
- Q: How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
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A: The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim varies by state, typically ranging from one to three years from the date of the accident. During your free case evaluation our lawyers will review the specific timeline in your jurisdiction and provide your legal options.
- Q: What compensation can be recovered in a wrongful death case?
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A: The value of any civil lawsuit will vary depending on the unique facts and nature of the case. A successful wrongful death lawsuit may be able to recover damages for economic losses such as medical bills and emergency treatment costs, hospice care, and burial costs among other damages. The victims lost wages, benefits, and potential income may be recoverable. In some cases you may seek punitive damages when you decide to pursue legal action. When you sit down with our wrongful death law firm you will be able to identify what damages may be recoverable based on the unique nature of your case.
Do You Need a Wrongful Death Lawyer?
Wrongful death matters are both emotionally and legally complex. At Lawsuit Legal our results speak for themselves. We have a long history of helping clients across the United States navigate the legal process following the death of a loved one.
Our team of lawyers has a proven history of obtaining justice for clients and can help you throughout this difficult time. We know what it takes to help you navigate the legal process successfully, and we have the experience and means to go to trial if necessary on your behalf.
You pay NO legal fees unless we recover money for you. Put our size, reputation, and experience to work for you, and our lawyers will fight passionately for you every step of the way. Let us help you get the justice you deserve.
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External Resources
Lawsuit Information
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$6.2 Million Verdict for Claimant Who Lost Wife in Car Crash
- Albemarle County, VA (January 10, 2013) -
$100 Million Judgement Awarded Plaintiffs In Exotic Dancer Death
- Dallas, TX Cause No. (DC-11-09938) -
$3.2 Million Vehicle Speeding Caused Loss of Life
- Riverside Superior Court, CA (Case: RIC 1105609)