Compassionate And Experienced Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyers
Last updated on April 16, 2024
When the negligence of another person or entity results in a fatality to an immediate family member, surviving family members face difficult emotional, financial and legal challenges.
The personal injury lawyers at Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish provide attentive and compassionate legal help to family members who have lost loved ones in fatal auto accidents, through medical errors and by other acts of negligence. If your life has been affected by a fatal accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, our personal injury lawyers are here to support you and help you get the support you need and deserve.
How Can You Prove A Wrongful Death Claim?
Our personal injury attorneys are experienced advocates for those who have lost family members in fatal crashes, health care and medical malpractice related accidents, work accidents and other types of accidents. We are knowledgeable in the elements that must be proven to pursue a wrongful death claim. The following items typically must be shown:
- The wrongful death was caused by the actions of the defendant (for example, the motorist who caused the crash, the physician who made an error or the product manufacturer)
- The defendant’s actions were negligent
- There is a surviving spouse, children, beneficiaries or dependents
- Loss of support, grief, bereavement, burial/funeral expenses, and medical expenses resulting from the victim’s wrongful death
Although compensation cannot reverse nor replace your loss, it can help the family adjust to new economic circumstances.
What Type Of Compensation Is Available For My Loss?
Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish helps immediate family members, such as spouses, children and parents, pursue wrongful death claims. In some situations, extended family members may be able to pursue a claim. Compensation can be sought for items such as the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses
- Funeral expenses
- Loss of future earnings
- Loss of future benefits
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of services
- Punitive damages
Our entire legal team at Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish understands that this is an incredibly difficult time in your life. When you have lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, we are here to provide compassionate guidance to help you take the steps to move forward.
Schedule A Free Consultation With A Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyer
To learn more about our firm’s services, contact us through our website for a complimentary case evaluation. You can also reach out to us by calling our office at 872-270-3625. We look forward to hearing your story and telling you more about how we can help you move forward.