Wrongful Death
Accountability and financial security for the family left behind.
No settlement can undo the loss of a loved one, but accountability and financial security matter for the family left behind.
We handle every wrongful death case with the sensitivity families deserve, while pursuing the full damages the law allows — from an economist calculating lifetime earning potential to compassionate, thorough investigation.
Types of Wrongful Death We Handle
Fatal Traffic Collisions
Deaths caused by drunk driving, speeding, distracted driving, or other reckless behavior on the road.
Fatal Workplace Accidents
Deaths resulting from unsafe conditions, inadequate training, or serious employer misconduct.
Medical Negligence Resulting in Death
Fatal surgical complications, diagnostic failures, medication mistakes, or delayed treatment.
Elder Abuse & Neglect
Fatal falls, medication errors, malnutrition, or preventable infections in understaffed care facilities.
Premises Liability Deaths
Drownings, inadequate security leading to violent crime, or structural collapses.
Defective Products
Deaths caused by malfunctioning vehicles, dangerous medications, or faulty medical devices.
Common Causes
- Fatal vehicle and trucking collisions
- Fatal workplace accidents
- Medical negligence resulting in death
- Defective products or premises hazards
What You May Recover
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Lost financial support and benefits
- Loss of companionship and guidance
- Punitive damages in cases of gross negligence
What Your Case May Be Worth
Every case is different — these ranges are illustrative starting points, not a promise of outcome.
Economic Damages
Lost future earnings, benefits, and financial support the deceased would have provided, based on age, health, and career trajectory.
Non-Economic Damages
Compensation for surviving family members’ pain and suffering, loss of companionship, and loss of guidance — often the largest component of a settlement.
Punitive Damages
Available in cases involving especially egregious conduct, intended to punish and deter similarly reckless behavior.
What To Do After a Loss
Understand who can file
Typically a surviving spouse, domestic partner, children, or other dependents, depending on state law.
Don’t sign anything from an insurer
Insurance companies often make lowball initial offers hoping a grieving family will accept them.
Preserve evidence early
We deploy investigators quickly to preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and obtain surveillance footage before it’s lost.
Gather documentation
Medical records, incident reports, and any information about how the death occurred.
Act within the legal deadline
Wrongful death claims are subject to a strict filing deadline that, once missed, permanently bars the claim.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Accepting an early settlement offer without legal review
- Speaking with the defendant’s insurer without representation
- Waiting too long to consult an attorney
- Assuming a criminal case outcome determines your civil claim