Wrongful Death
Las Vegas Wrongful Death Attorneys
Were you injured or was a family member killed because of someone else's negligence or carelessness? A wrongful death claim is a type of statutory case brought on behalf of the parents, children or significant other of an individual who died as a result of another party's negligence. The Las Vegas wrongful death lawyers at the Max Recovery Lawyers are here to assist the surviving parties of a deceased loved one receive just compensation for their loss.
Wrongful death lawsuits are different from other personal injury claims. The suit is brought on behalf of the survivors or the estate of the deceased rather than the victim. Calculating the cost of a death requires vocational and economic experts to determine the contribution of the decedent to the family economy had he or she lived. These specialists determine the non-economic contribution of the deceased. This includes emotional support, help with chores and attendance at kids' sporting events; all of which are difficult to quantify.
Another difference is the possibility of a survival action, which compensates the estate of the deceased for pain and suffering, medical costs and other expenses incurred between the accident and the death. Our lawyers are well versed in all legal issues that apply in wrongful death and survivor actions. We focus our practice on helping you recover physically, financially and emotionally after your serious injury or the wrongful death of your loved one.
Our firm often handles wrongful death claims in much the same way as any other personal injury case. We do a thorough investigation, making sure we understand the facts and have identified the liable party. If the death was caused by the negligent operation of a motor vehicle, we look into the driving record of the driver, work with accident reconstruction experts, and consult with economists and other experts. We then arrive at a calculation of the income that the deceased would have contributed to his or her family.
Additionally, the attorneys of Max Recovery Lawyers are very knowledgeable about the statutes regulating wrongful death litigation in Nevada. Our firm tactfully guides families through the process of a wrongful death lawsuit, which includes filing a wrongful death claim before the statutory deadline, gathering evidence, completing discovery and preparing the necessary paperwork. Our philosophy in handling cases of wrongful death cases is not focusing only the results of the lawsuit, but also on the treatment the family receives throughout the litigation process.
If you suspect that the death of your loved one was caused by someone's negligence, please contact Max Recovery Lawyers today by for a free evaluation. Our personal injury attorneys will evaluate your case and help determine if compensation is available for medical expenses, loss of income and/or reduction in lifestyle.
