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Losing a loved one is always a painful experience. That pain is amplified when someone dies needlessly because of the negligence of another party. If your loved one died as the result of the negligence of another person, you may be entitled to compensation. It takes a thorough Illinois wrongful death lawyer with expertise in wrongful death cases to look into all aspects of your case and help pursue a fair settlement.
How do I know if I am entitled to compensation?
Survivors may recover damages for several types of wrongful death cases. Some examples include the following:
Whether there is enough evidence to prove the death was the direct result of negligence depends on the specifics of the case. Our experienced Illinois wrongful death lawyers will evaluate all the evidence to determine whether and how to proceed. This may involve consulting medical experts, finding and interviewing witnesses, or working with other specialists to reconstruct the accident.
How much can I expect to recover?
Many factors come into play when determining the losses a family suffers after the death of a loved one. The financial contributions that the individual made to the home and family and any medical bills or other expenses associated with the death of the individual are one component. Courts also award damages for the emotional suffering of the family. Translating these factors into concrete numbers is not easy. Experienced Illinois wrongful death lawyers understand how to determine what amount of money is reasonable, and can help you get a fair settlement by taking all the relevant factors into consideration.
How do I know when to contact an attorney?
It is very important to act quickly when it comes to a wrongful death claim. In most instances, the statute of limitations on wrongful death claims in Illinois is two years, meaning in most cases the action must be filed no more than two years after the death occurred. There are important exceptions to this rule. However, evidence can be lost over time, so it is important to consult our Chicago wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible.
Serving injured individuals and families in Illinois for over 65 years
The Chicago wrongful death attorneys of Phillips Law Offices offer quality and comprehensive legal services to families throughout Illinois. Call (312) 470-6761, or contact us online today for a free consultation with one of our lawyers about your case.
