The death of a loved one is a traumatic event, especially when it occurs unexpectedly. On top of grief, your family could be left with extensive medical bills or the lost income of your loved one who passed away. Your family shouldn’t have to deal with financial stress after the tragic loss of a loved one.
If the actions of someone else caused your loved one’s death in Elkhart County, you could be entitled to compensation. An Elkhart wrongful death lawyer at Isaacs & Isaacs Personal Injury Lawyers will advocate for your family to recover the compensation you deserve and need to move forward.
Understanding a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
A wrongful death lawsuit can be filed when a person passes away because of the fault of another.
Common Causes of Wrongful Death
Wrongful deaths can occur from many types of fatal accidents. Common occurrences include but are not limited to:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Tractor-trailer accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Construction accidents
- Motor vehicle accidents due to a drunk driver
Regardless of how your loved one passed away, our attorneys can hold the liable party accountable. Wrongful death accidents are typically caused by negligence. To prove negligence, you must show:
- The defendant owed the plaintiff a duty of care.
- The defendant breached their duty by not giving the plaintiff a standard level of care.
- The breach of duty caused the plaintiff’s injuries that caused them to pass away.
- The plaintiff/family suffered damages.
If someone acted negligently, they should be held accountable for their actions. Our firm will do whatever it takes to hold the responsible party liable for your loved one’s death.
For a free legal consultation with a wrongful death lawyer serving Elkhart, call 800-333-9999
Damages You Could Recover in an Elkhart Wrongful Death Lawsuit
While compensation will not bring your loved one back, it can help ease the financial burden the death of your loved one has caused. In a wrongful death case, damages are intended to compensate the victim’s family for the losses associated with the death of their loved one. Damages that could be recovered in a wrongful death claim include:
- Medical costs: If your loved one received medical care to save their life or for comfort measures, you could be entitled to recover those losses.
- Lost income: If your loved one provided income for the family, you could recover future lost wages they would have provided if they had not passed away.
- Funeral and burial/cremation expenses: The unexpected cost of a funeral and burial or cremation could be included in damages.
- Loss of consortium: The loss of companionship, love, and support your loved one provided.
The attorneys from our personal injury firm can fight for you to recover the maximum amount of compensation for your loss. You should not have to deal with the financial consequences associated with your loved one’s death.
Who Can Recover Damages for Wrongful Death?
To determine who can recover damages in a wrongful death case, the courts will review the familial relationships of the decedent. In most cases, wrongful death damages can be awarded to the following people:
- Surviving spouses
- Surviving children
- Surviving parents
During your initial consultation, we discuss if you are eligible to recover compensation in a wrongful death case.
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How Can a Lawyer From Our Firm Help?
At Isaacs & Isaacs Personal Injury Lawyers, our attorneys have over 400 years of combined experience and know how to get you the settlement you deserve. We have successfully recovered $1 billion for past clients by using negotiating techniques with insurance companies and opposing attorneys. If you choose our firm to represent you in a wrongful death case, we can:
- Gather evidence related to the accident by contacting witnesses and reading any police or accident reports associated with the incident.
- Review and calculate your damages to determine the value of compensation we can seek.
- Determine who is liable for your loved one’s death. After determining liability, we can develop a case strategy to prove their actions were the cause of your loved one’s death.
- Negotiate a fair settlement agreement with the opposing side. If a settlement cannot be reached, our in-house litigation team will prepare to take your case to a trial in front of a jury.
At our firm, we can handle all communications associated with the accident so you can focus on healing from the loss of your loved one. Without an attorney, the insurance company or opposing attorneys could try to offer a low settlement. Our firm will provide guidance on an acceptable settlement agreement for the circumstances of your case.
How Much Do Our Attorneys Cost?
The legal team at Isaacs & Isaacs Personal Injury Lawyers understands after the loss of a loved one you could be dealing with financial stress. That is why we do not charge any upfront fees or costs for our legal services. When you work with our firm, you can expect the following:
- Free consultations: We offer free case reviews to all potential clients. During the case review, we can listen to what happened and explain what your legal options are.
- Contingency fees: We work on a contingency-fee basis. You do not have to pay for our legal services unless we are successful with your case.
Hiring a legal advocate soon after the death of your loved one could be helpful to your case. Once you hire our firm, we will begin working on your case immediately and developing a solid case strategy. IC § 34-23-1-1 states you have two years from the date of the accident to file a wrongful death lawsuit in the state of Indiana. Our firm can make sure you don’t miss any deadlines regarding your case.
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The Elkhart wrongful death lawyers at Isaacs & Isaacs Personal Injury Lawyers have handled many wrongful death cases and know how to build a strong case. We know the laws related to wrongful death cases and know of any legal barriers that may arise. We can navigate the legal matters while you grieve the loss of your loved one.
Contact us today for a free consultation. A member of our legal team is available 24/7 to take your call. We will listen to your story and give legal advice on what to do next. Don’t go through this loss alone; we can be by your side. Our hearts go out to the families of those who have passed away from wrongful death. We will tirelessly fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
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