Wrongful Death

How to Determine a Wrongful Death Lawsuit:

If you have tragically lost a loved one due to the recklessness or inattention of another, you have our deepest condolences. We at The Law Offices of Christian Burridge understand that this is one of the most psychologically tolling experiences that anyone may go through, and we are here to help you through this difficult time. We would like you and your family to focus on recovery while we pursue compensation for your losses.

A wrongful death claim is different from the family of the deceased pressing charges against the driver at fault to arrest him as a criminal; rather, wrongful death gives the people close to the victim of the accident monetary compensation for the loss they incurred. These people may include the victim’s parents, spouse, children, siblings, or others that may have been considered dependent on the victim.

Why Do Wrongful Deaths Happen?

Wrongful death usually occurs in one of three ways: either from a car or motor vehicle accident, a workplace accident, or a mistake made by a doctor to treat the victim (malpractice). Common causes of wrongful deaths by motor vehicles usually include reckless driving, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol (DUI), or getting distracted while driving. 

Workplace accidents that end in death have a few main reasons for their occurence; some include faulty machinery or products or even a slip and fall. Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor does not give their patients the correct diagnosis or improperly treats them, resulting in death.

How Much Compensation Can I Obtain?

If a family member or person you were dependent on gets killed in a wrongful way, you are most likely able to recover damages to compensate for your financial and emotional loss. You may be able to obtain monetary compensation for money that was lost because the victim no longer has an income, loss of benefits if you were dependent on the victim, and other expenses such as funeral or medical bills. Call our expert attorneys today at 801-448-6227 to get more 

information so we may help you obtain the compensation you deserve.