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Pedestrian Accidents
While rare, pedestrian accidents that occur due to an individual driving recklessly, carelessly, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol are tragic. Worst of all is that they are avoidable.
Auto Accidents
A fatal auto accident case must prove that a driver acted without care or in a negligent or reckless way. It may also relate to an accident being caused by a faulty car, by the driver being under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or any other breach of duty that results in another person’s death.
Defective Equipment/Products
Manufacturers of equipment or consumer products have a duty to abide by all relevant laws and provide safe products for consumers to use. All products must also be labeled to avoid misuse and help people remain safe while using the product. If a duty of care to customers was breached and resulted in death, you might have a case.
Semi-Truck & 18-Wheeler Accidents
Vehicle and semi-truck accident suits are pursued to target drivers who acted recklessly or organizations/bodies responsible for taking care of the trucks. Depending on how the accident occurred, you may be able to file a wrongful suit against the truck’s owner or driver.
Workplace Accidents
Wrongful death at the workplace is one of the most tragic personal injury accidents. They can occur due to a variety of workplace hazards, ranging from exposure to toxic chemicals to dangerous equipment.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice can take many forms, from misdiagnosis to failure to appropriately treat. If you have lost a loved one due to medical negligence, it is important to speak with an Indiana medical error attorney who can help you understand your rights and options.
Speak with an Experienced Crown Point Personal Injury Lawyer Today
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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Lake County?
Generally, the executor or personal representative of an estate for a deceased person must initiate a wrongful death case in the case of an adult. Because children do not often have an estate, the parents of a deceased child can usually bring a wrongful death claim without the need to be appointed the executor of an estate.
Key points to understand about the filing authority:
- Adult wrongful death claims must be filed by the estate's personal representative.
- Child wrongful death claims can be filed directly by either parent.
- If no executor exists, the court can appoint a personal representative.
- Beneficiaries typically include surviving spouses, dependent children, and other dependents.
Every situation is unique, however, and we recommend that if you think you may have a wrongful death suit, you contact our wrongful death attorneys in Crown Point for a free consultation.
When Can You File Your Wrongful Death Claim?
Time is critical in wrongful death cases. Under Indiana law, in most situations, you have exactly two years from the date of your loved one's death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. This strict deadline, known as the statute of limitations, applies to both adult and child wrongful death claims.
Certain circumstances may affect this timeline, such as cases involving government entities or when the cause of death isn't immediately discovered. Our Crown Point wrongful death attorneys can evaluate your specific situation and ensure all deadlines are met to protect your family's rights.
*Note that cases involving the State, the Federal government, and state, local, or Federal agencies have specific, time-sensitive notifications that must be made in a much more compressed timeframe. If you believe you are involved in a case involving one of these entities, be sure to contact an attorney as soon as possible, or you could waive your right to pursue litigation against them.
What Determines Wrongful Death Damages in NWI?
Wrongful death damages are determined by several factors and will vary depending on the kind of suit you file.
Indiana recognizes both wrongful death actions and survival actions. The purpose of a wrongful death action is to compensate the family of the deceased for costs arising from burial, administering the estate, psychiatric care for surviving dependents and family members, loss of future earnings, and loss of the love and companionship of the deceased.
Survival actions, by contrast, are designed to cover expenses such as medical expenses for a protracted stay in the hospital. Its ultimate purpose is to recover money so that the estate isn't hit with massive medical bills that drain all of the recovery won in the wrongful death action. Without a successful wrongful death suit, there can be no survival action.
Punitive damages and compensations for grief cannot be recovered in either a wrongful death action or a survival action. The damages our Indiana wrongful death lawyers will seek may be determined by the following factors, among many other possible factors:
- A loss of consortium
- A loss of companionship and love
- The pain and suffering experienced between an accident and death
- Burial/funeral costs
- Loss of income from the deceased person
- Loss of inheritance
- Loss of the value of services the deceased would have provided
- Loss of care or nurturing from the deceased
- Any medical treatment costs incurred pre-death
How Our Skilled Lake County Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help in a Wrongful Death Case?
A skilled wrongful death attorney from Stracci Law Group will fight tirelessly for you and your family. We know that money will never replace a loved one, but it will pay for medical costs and help you cope with your loss.
Our incredible team of lawyers works in three steps to pursue and achieve justice for you.
- Consultation: We'll discuss your case details, learn about your family, and identify appropriate damages while helping you understand our approach and the legal process ahead.
- Determining liability and building your case: Our attorneys collaborate to establish liability, build the strongest possible case, and anticipate counter-arguments to stay ahead of the defense.
- Vigorously pursuing justice: We pursue every liable party and fight for every dollar you deserve, ensuring maximum recovery for your family's future.
Why Choose Northwest Indiana Wrongful Death Attorneys from Stracci Law Group?
Every wrongful death law firm promises results, but when you're drowning in grief and worry, you need more than promises. Here's what sets Stracci Law Group apart:
We Handpick the Right Attorney for You
Our wrongful death law firm has a wealth of experience in a wide range of wrongful death cases. With every new case, we carefully select the right wrongful death attorney near you to deal with your case based on their experience and knowledge.
Regular Meetings Ensure a Strategic Focus
Every member of the Stracci team meets regularly to collaborate on cases, provide input and advice, and ensure a strategic focus on every single suit.
Free Consultations
We’re always here for you. Right by your side.
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