Seattle Wrongful Death Lawyer
Committed to protecting the legal rights of victims everywhere
Committed to protecting the legal rights of victims everywhere
There is nothing more painful than losing a loved one, particularly when that death was the result of another’s reckless or negligent actions and could have potentially been prevented. While the emotional impact is devastating, the financial impacts can be severe and long reaching as well. Many families find themselves struggling to pay outstanding medical costs and funeral expenses, while at the same time facing lasting ramifications resulting from the loss of earnings and financial support. At the Khan Law Firm, our Seattle personal injury attorneys understand the impacts this type of death can have on surviving family members, and we make it our goal to help you get the justice your loved one deserves, while ensuring their survivors are provided for in a way they would have wanted.
Having a loved one die as the result of an accident or injury is a traumatic event, one that has become unfortunately common for increasing numbers of families, both in Washington as well as throughout the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidental and unintentional injury deaths have risen to become the fourth leading cause of death in our nation, affecting more than 130,000 people and their families each year. The following are among the most common types of wrongful death cases reported by the CDC:
In too many cases, a wrongful death could have been prevented, and it is often the actions or inactions of another party that are ultimately responsible.
When a loved one dies as the result of accidental injuries or due to another’s reckless or negligent conduct, surviving family members may be entitled to compensation either through an insurance claim or by filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Under Washington State wrongful death statutes (RCW 4.20), parents, spouses, children, and other beneficiaries of the deceased may be entitled to damages, which include reimbursement of actual costs associated with medical and funeral expenses, as well as compensation for pain and suffering, loss of companionship, and lost wages and future lost earnings and benefits that the deceased loved one would have provided. Under the state law, there are three causes of action for which a wrongful death claim may be filed:
When a wrongful death occurs, surviving family members are often at odds over what to do or where to turn. They may be unsure as to how and why their loved one’s death actually occurred, in addition to being uncertain as to the who the primary person is responsible for that death. Steps to take after an accident or after what you suspect is a wrongful death occurs includes the following:
Filing a wrongful death claim involves taking the actions necessary to uncover situations or conditions that may not be obvious, while acquiring the necessary evidence to prove another party was at fault. Any information you can provide will help your attorney build a more solid wrongful death claim.
When you have a loved one who has died as the result of the reckless or negligent actions of another, it is important to know you are not alone. While no amount of money can ease your pain and suffering or bring back the one who was lost, a wrongful death claim can give your family a sense of justice while ensuring you are provided for in a way your loved one would have wanted. Our Seattle wrongful death attorneys can help you through this difficult time and assist you in getting the compensation you are entitled to. Ways in which we assist clients include the following:
When you are dealing with the devastating impacts of the loss of a loved one, you need a strong, compassionate legal advocate to ensure your rights and interests are protected. At the Khan Law Firm, we provide the aggressive representation your family needs to get justice for your loved one, holding responsible parties accountable and assisting you in getting the compensation your family needs to recover. Call or contact our office online today to schedule a free review of your case.