The unexpected death of a loved one is one of the most difficult events in life. When the unexpected death is due to another party’s negligence or wrongful action, the anguish can feel unbearable.
No amount of money can compensate for the loss of your loved one. However, seeking justice can be empowering. Additionally, financial compensation can help ease some of the burdens caused by the death of your loved one.
When a family member dies because of another party’s action or inaction, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim against the party at fault. An experienced Arlington wrongful death attorney can help you determine if you have a claim and help you fight to protect your rights.
The compassionate, respectful wrongful death attorneys at Wells Trumbull have decades of experience helping wrongful death clients get the justice and compensation they deserve. Our track record speaks for itself, and we would like to help you recover every dollar you deserve too.
Call us at (360) 322-1477 or visit our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation. Our Arlington personal injury lawyers will listen to you, answer your questions, explain your rights, and help you take the next steps to get justice and the compensation you are entitled to.
Most Common Causes of Arlington Wrongful Deaths
A wrongful death is generally considered one that is preventable. There are numerous potential causes of wrongful death. However, some of the most common causes include:
- Medical malpractice
- Slips and falls
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Boating accidents
- Bicycling accidents
- Exposure to hazardous or toxic materials and chemicals
- Defective products
- Dog bites / dog attacks
- Swimming pool accidents
- Criminal assault
Wrongful deaths can leave families traumatized emotionally and financially. The loss of their loved one’s financial support can have families worrying about how to pay monthly living expenses on top of paying for a funeral.
Even though you need relief from these worries, you do not want to settle a wrongful death action until you know the full value of your claim.
How Wrongful Death Claims Are Valued
A wrongful death claim is valued by determining the total damages incurred by the family members. However, many of these damages are subjective and not easily valued.
You need to have an experienced, aggressive wrongful death attorney in Arlington fighting for you to receive the maximum possible compensation for your losses.
Generally, the following damages are compensable in wrongful death cases:
- All medical bills related to the deceased’s injuries and death
- Property damages
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Lost wages and income the decedent would have earned if they had survived
- Emotional distress
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of consortium
Our wrongful death lawyers in Arlington often consult with experts such as economists to accurately value and calculate all damages, including current and future damages, to get you the maximum compensation possible.
Call an Arlington Wrongful Death Lawyer From Wells Trumbull Today
If you lost a loved one due to the fault of another party, you might have the right to bring a wrongful death action to be compensated for your damages.
You need an experienced Arlington wrongful death attorney to fight for your rights and ensure you receive maximum compensation. At Wells Trumbull, we have decades of experience helping protect the rights of wrongful death clients and we want to help you too.
Call us at (360) 322-1477 or visit our contact page now to schedule a free consultation to discuss your circumstances. We will listen with compassion, answer your questions, and help you take the right next steps.