Call an Accidental Death Lawyer to Go After those Responsible for the Loss of a Loved One

1. April 17, 2017 Call an Accidental Death Lawyer to Go After those Responsible for the Loss of a Loved One Image 1: In Case of these Fatal Accidents, You Can Call A Wrongful Death Lawyer It is always traumatic when you suddenly lose someone you care deeply about, especially if you suspect it was caused by someone fault. Unfortunately, wrongful death incidents do happen. Someone's passing may be considered a case of wrongful death if he died as a result of the negligence or misconduct of another person. In cases like this, the family of the deceased may consider filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Such a lawsuit will allow them to seek compensation for the loss of a family member. Among the damages a family can file for is pecuniary loss. This takes into the account the person's earnings at the time of his or death. At the same time, the family may also file a claim for all the costs that 1

2. they have incurred that is related to their loved one's death. This may include emergency services fees, hospitalization costs, treatment fees and funeral expenses. To present the best case possible in court, it is advisable to hire an experienced wrongful death lawyer. Before you do anything though, you have to be sure that your loved one's death can be classified as a wrongful death case. To give you a better idea, here are some of the most common ones: Motor Vehicle Deaths In 2015, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Highway Loss Data Institute reported that there were as much as 32,166 fatal motor vehicle crashes throughout the United States in a single year. That means there are 10.9 deaths per 100,000 people or 1.13 deaths per 100 million miles traveled. In some of these fatal road crashes, the cause can be the fault of the driver in the other vehicle. It could be that he or she had been drunk or drugged when the accident occurred. It's also possible that the other driver simply does not have enough driving skills. In cases like this, a wrongful death claim can readily be made. Medical Malpractice In the case of a medical practice, you must be able to prove beyond reasonable doubt that your loved one may not have died if it weren't for an error in course of treatment or lack of treatment from his physician. You may need to present your deceased loved one's medical records as well as a detailed list of procedures, treatments and medication that they were prescribed by the doctor you suspect is responsible. Hire an experienced legal professional promptly so you can feel confident the person or company responsible for your loved one's death can be held accountable somehow. No monetary amount may be able to bring your loved one back, but knowing that you may receive compensation allows you to start the process of healing and moving forward with your lives. 2

3. About Little, Oliver & Gallagher PLLC: Our team at Little, Oliver & Gallagher PLLC is dedicated in helping families of victims of wrongful death. We can work one on one with you to make sure that the responsible party will be held accountable and that you will receive the compensation that you deserve for your troubles and loss. Sources: General statistics, iihs.org Motor Vehicle Accidents, justia.com 3