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Wrongful Death Accidents Can and Do Happen in Spanaway

When a person dies as a result of negligence or misconduct on the part of another person, the family of the decedent can file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover damages.

Sadly, nothing can bring a loved one or family member back, but holding a negligent individual accountable for wrongful actions does provide a measure of solace.

It is advisable to seek the services of a wrongful death attorney because the law is complex, and for the most part the facts of each case are unique.

In bringing a successful cause of action in the case of death as a result of negligence or misconduct of another, certain elements must be present:

  • The death of a person
  • Death caused by negligence of another, or with intent to harm
  • Surviving family members suffering monetary injury as a result of the death
  • A personal representative for the estate of the decedent

For assistance in determining your legal recourse, contact our law office serving the Spanaway area to schedule a consultation with a wrongful death attorney.

Wrongful Death Attorney Serving the Spanaway Community

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The selection of an attorney in pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit is one of the most critical decisions you can make in compensation recovery and other damages for financial losses, emotional distress and loss of companionship.

Our experienced wrongful death attorney can provide professional legal counsel and aggressive representation if you are considering filing a lawsuit.

There are many causes that may lead to a lawsuit, and they vary in nature. The most common causes include:

  • Defective products resulting in death
  • Vehicular and pedestrian accidents and injuries
  • Toxic or industrial exposure and poisoning
  • Effects of defective pharmaceutical drugs leading to premature death

We urge you to contact us for a consultation in the Spanaway area to determine your legal recourse before the statute of limitations expires.

A Wrongful Death Lawsuit – Help for the Spanaway Resident

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The main measure of damages in a death action in which the decedent died or was killed as a result of negligence or misconduct on the part of another is financial or pecuniary injury.

Those injuries may include:

  • Loss of support
  • Lost prospect of inheritance
  • Medical expenses
  • Funeral costs
  • Hospital expenses
  • Pain and suffering of decedent prior to death

If your loved one has died following an accident or injury caused by the negligence or misconduct of another individual or company, you may be entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit.

And in that case, your state has limitations on the amount of time an appointed representative on behalf of the survivors has to file a lawsuit in court.

Call Ladenburg McKasy Durkin Inc. P.S. law offices serving the Spanaway area to consult with a wrongful death attorney to discuss your legal rights and potential case. (253) 272-5226