When a person or company behaves carelessly or fails in fulfilling a legal obligation to keep others safe and a death happens because of it, surviving loved ones may be entitled to significant compensation for their devastating loss. Finding the right legal advocate can help those who have been left behind to get the money they deserve.
A Belleville personal injury lawyer from Drafahl Law Firm has extensive experience in wrongful death claims and is ready to fight for you.
Give us a call at (314) 300-6260 or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation and find out more.
What to Look for When Choosing a Belleville Wrongful Death Attorney
In Illinois, wrongful deaths happen every day. Unintentional injuries — 6,036 to be exact — were the fourth highest cause of death for all ages in Illinois in 2019, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
With so much money at stake after a death, surviving loved ones pursuing a wrongful death case need a committed, compassionate attorney with solid experience handling these types of claims.
You will find the attorney you are looking for at Drafahl Law Firm. Some of the many reasons why we stand apart from the competition and are the firm you should turn to include:
- Our extensive professional recognition, as our attorneys have received numerous awards and accolades including being designated as “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers
- Our long history of satisfied clients who have stated in testimonials that we “represent what attorneys should be,” and that we were “able to increase the at-fault insurance carrier’s offer to me by roughly 60% in less than a week”
- Our many past successful wrongful death cases in which we recovered millions of dollars in compensation for clients
- Our negotiation skills and litigation experience ensure we can resolve your claim in or out of court depending on which approach maximizes your wrongful death compensation and allows you to resolve your claim effectively
For these and many other reasons, Drafahl Law Firm should earn your trust after you’ve suffered unspeakable loss.
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How A Lawyer Can Help You Handle Your Wrongful Death Claim
After your loved one has lost their life, Drafahl Law Firm will take the steps needed to get justice. Our firm will:
- Help you to determine who is eligible to bring a wrongful death claim under Illinois’ 740 ILCS 180/0.01 statute. This can include spouses, surviving kids or descendants, parents, and siblings
- Help you to identify all defendants responsible for the death, which is important to ensure there is enough insurance coverage available to cover a lifetime of loss
- Gather evidence proving the cause of the death and the defendant’s responsibility in the fatality
- Negotiate a settlement outside of court when possible to resolve your claim quickly so you can begin to move forward
- Pursue a civil case in court when it’s not possible to get full and fair compensation for all of your losses through settlement negotiations
One of the most common culprits of wrongful deaths are car accidents — if a loved one was hit by another car and succumbed to fatal injuries, contact a car accident attorney in Belleville to get the justice they deserve.
Message a Belleville Wrongful Death Lawyer Today
Drafahl Law Firm charges no legal fees unless we recover compensation for your claim.
If you want a compassionate and caring Belleville wrongful death attorney to represent you, give us a call at (314) 300-6260 or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation and learn how we can help you.