Las Vegas Injury: Accidental Death

An accidental death case is filed as the result of actions of an individual or entity causing the death of a person. Some of the many possible ways this can occur are as the result of automotive or construction accidents, defective product design or construction, human error in operating machinery or equipment, property owners failing to keep their property safe, and bicycle or pedestrian accidents.

Spouses, parents, children, and other beneficiaries are entitled to compensation for the loss of their loved one. Unfortunately, there are many expenses left behind when someone dies as the result of another's actions and we can help you recover funeral and burial expenses, the lost past and future income and benefits of the deceased, and their medical expenses. Additionally you may be compensated for your mental anguish, pain and suffering, and the loss of companionship. If the deceased has children, there are additional considerations for the loss of parental love, guidance, and support. You may also be entitled, as the beneficiary, to compensation for any mental anguish and pain and suffering the deceased may have suffered before their death.

Insurance companies often take advantage of the fragile emotional state of a family during the grieving process and urge the beneficiaries to settle for a small amount of compensation under the guise of helping you obtain closure. Families in pain often sign away their rights during this terrible time in an effort to put the pain behind them.

We encourage you to contact one of our Las Vegas injury attorneys for a free, no commitment consultation before you sign anything, in order to ensure that the rights of those left behind at this tragic time are protected.