WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY

If you’ve lost a loved one due to the negligence or willful act of another person or party, you could be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death action is filed in civil court and seeks to hold the at-fault party financially responsible for negligent actions. This means that even if a person is acquitted of murder or manslaughter charges in criminal court, he or she could still be held liable through a civil lawsuit.

The Chicago wrongful death attorneys of The Law Offices of Theodore London & Associates know that no amount of money can bring your loved one back, nor can it eliminate the anger and grief that you are feeling. However, filing a wrongful death lawsuit can help you demand a measure of justice and pursue compensation to ensure that you and your family don’t have to struggle financially in the wake of this tragedy.

Let our Chicago wrongful death attorneys be your voice during this challenging time. We are prepared to handle all of the legal legwork on your behalf so that you can focus on grieving your loved one and being with your family. Our attorneys will work to get answers as to why this tragic event happened and will seek full and fair compensation from the party responsible.

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CAUSES OF WRONGFUL DEATH

Unintentional injuries are the third-leading cause of the death in the United States as of 2016, with over 160,000 unintentional injury deaths across the United States that year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Some of these cases would fall into the category of “wrongful death,” in which negligence of some kind contributed to the accident. Common causes of wrongful death may include:

Car Accidents
18-Wheeler Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents

Slip and Falls
Dangerous Premises Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Dangerous or Defective Products

The trusted Chicago wrongful death attorneys of The Law Offices of Theodore London & Associates have extensive experience helping families across Tennessee get the compensation they need and a measure of justice for their loved one.

WHO CAN PURSUE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

It is important to note who can file a wrongful death claim for financial compensation in Illinois. Typically, compensation would be awarded first to the surviving spouse.

However, if the victim did not have a spouse, the claim will fall to his or her children, siblings, parents, or the personal representative of the estate.

Generally speaking, there are two ways in which compensation is awarded – damages from the initial incident and the pain and suffering of the victim, and damages awarded due to losses experienced by the next-of-kin following the victim’s death.

In the case of the victim’s losses, this generally covers:

Final medical expenses
Funeral and burial expenses

For next of kin, this includes:

Mental and physical suffering
Loss of necessary expenses
Loss of time

We understand that these can be complex concepts. The sensitive attorneys of The Law Offices of Theodore London & Associates are here to help you understand how the claims process works as well as help you understand your legal options following the unexpected loss of someone close to you.

CAN A WRONGFUL DEATH LAWYER HELP ME?

An experienced lawyer will understand the legal requirements and mechanics of proving a wrongful death case.

YOUR LAWYER WILL START BY SITTING DOWN WITH YOU DURING AN INITIAL CONSULTATION TO LISTEN TO YOUR STORY.

They will want to know how your loved one died and how the death has affected you and your family. They’ll provide you an honest assessment of your case and your legal options.

IF YOU CHOOSE TO PURSUE THE CASE, YOUR ATTORNEY WILL INVESTIGATE THE ACCIDENT OR THE INTENTIONAL ACT THAT LED TO THE PERSON’S DEATH.

Your lawyer will collect and preserve vital evidence, get eyewitness statements, and consult with medical and financial experts to get a full picture of the case and the long-term effects it could have on your family.

YOUR WRONGFUL DEATH LAWYER WILL THEN ISSUE A DEMAND LETTER TO THE RESPONSIBLE PARTY AND THEIR INSURANCE COMPANY SEEKING A FULL SETTLEMENT.

If the insurance company refuses to pay or if it tries to offer a lowball settlement, your attorney may file a lawsuit and take your case to court.

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The untimely death of a loved one can be devastating for you and your family. It can be even more difficult to cope with knowing that their death could have been prevented if someone had not behaved negligently. We understand what you are going through, and our Chicago wrongful death attorneys are here to help you get a measure of justice.

Our firm’s motto, Let Us Be Your Voice, sums up our mission: to represent your interests fairly and ensure your family’s needs are not ignored by the at-fault party or big insurance companies after a tragic loss.

If a family member or other loved one has died as a result of another’s negligence or through the willful actions of another person, you and your family may be entitled to significant financial compensation.