Wrongful Death Claims Compensate the Family
When negligence causes a death of an adult or a minor — medical malpractice, a deadly crash, a truck accident, a construction accident — the estate of the decedent can file a claim for wrongful death. It is important that the family of the decedent seek immediate legal counsel so that all evidence can be preserved.
At the Brien Roche law firm, Fairfax wrongful death attorney Brien Roche has the experience and knowledge to prosecute wrongful death claims.
The Claim Must First Establish Liability
Wrongful death claims must be carefully investigated to determine who or what caused the fatal accident. At our law firm, we carefully scrutinize the facts and circumstances surrounding the cause of the fatality. If there is any doubt about the cause, we talk with witnesses, review police reports and medical documents, go to the scene of the incident, and work with accident reconstruction experts to determine what happened.
Another essential part of the claim is to establish who the heirs are and document their losses. Recoverable damages can include loss of companionship and guidance, loss of future income from the decedent, medical expenses incurred prior to death and funeral expenses.
The claim can be based on negligence, a breach of warranty or an intentional tort (assault and battery, for example).
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To set up an appointment to discuss a wrongful death claim, call or contact us by e-mail and tell us about your case. The consultation is free. From our office in McLean, we serve clients in Northern Virginia, suburban Maryland and the District of Columbia.
