Personal Injury in Las Vegas: Wrongful Death

A wrongful death case is filed as the result of actions of a person or company causing the death of a person. This can be the result of an automotive or construction accident, defective product design or construction, human error in operating machinery or equipment, medical negligence or malpractice, criminal actions or a property owner's failing to prevent criminal actions, property owners failing to keep their property safe, mistakes in the manufacturing and processing of food and drugs, animal attacks, and bicycle or pedestrian accidents.

The deceased usually leaves behind loved ones who have no other recourse than to file a wrongful death claim. 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 Personal Injury Attorneys in Las Vegas 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.