Our Everett Wrongful Death Lawyers Help Win Compensation
If you have unexpectedly and traumatically lost a loved one as the result of someone else’s negligent actions or choices, it is important to reach out for necessary legal guidance from an Everett wrongful death lawyer.
While losing a loved one is always traumatic, the fact that this senseless tragedy could have been prevented somehow elevates the anger and grief surrounding the loss. Admittedly, there is no dollar amount that can or will replace the loss of your loved one, but if you are facing a similar tragedy, you may be entitled to compensation for your loss by a wrongful death lawsuit.
Washington state’s legal system includes legislation that is designed to help families rebuild their lives by:
Fortunately, during these challenging times, the compassionate Everett wrongful death attorneys at Strong Law have the skills and experience to handle the legal hurdles, paperwork, negotiations, and court appearances, if applicable. This allows you to concentrate on the needs and recovery of your family.
Those who act recklessly or negligently should be held accountable for poor choices or misdeeds that have led to preventable death. However, navigating the Washington legal system is complicated enough without having to simultaneously work through the grief, shock, and trauma created by an unexpected loss of a loved one.
A lawsuit is not something that should be managed alone or without professional guidance.
Remember, not all law firms are the same; some offer specialty practice areas and experience, so the wrongful death lawyer you select should be thoroughly researched to ensure you find the most suitable representation.
The founder Attorney Jed Strong has previous professional experience working for the national insurance company GEICO. This offers Attorney Strong a unique and insightful perspective as to how to counter the typical insurance techniques used to limit the settlement offers for victims.
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The Everett wrongful death attorneys at Strong Law are ready to support you every step of the way. Our professional services offer a customized approach to best meet your case’s unique needs. Your wrongful death attorney’s guidance will include the following –
The attorneys at Strong Law communicate and work alongside you throughout the entire legal process, answering questions and keeping you apprised of the case’s progress. Give us an opportunity to show you how we can help with a free, no-obligation consultation. Call today at 206-737-1421.
Negligent actions can be caused by the actions of an individual or a business entity. They may be the result of an unsafe product/service and happen in a variety of settings, including medical settings and business premises. Common examples include:
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To win a wrongful death lawsuit, our experienced Everett wrongful death attorneys will be required to prove that the defendant’s negligence was their fault and it caused the death of your loved one. In other words, a wrongful death lawyer must be able to meet these legal elements:
In addition to having a comprehensive and thorough understanding of state and local statutes, meeting the above elements can be challenging because:
In some instances, there may be multiple parties whose actions/inactions led to the wrongful death. Seasoned Everett wrongful death lawyers are ready to hold those accountable – defendants and insurers – for reckless or negligent choices that led to the loss of life.
In Washington, wrongful death is defined as that which occurs when a person’s death is caused by the neglect, wrongful acts, or default of another individual. (Wash. Rev. Code § 4.20.010 (2021))
In those cases where it is possible to show another’s negligence caused the wrongful death, Washington law allows for the deceased’s personal representative to file an action seeking economic and non-economic damages sustained by the beneficiaries listed in RCW 4.20.020.
In cases where there are no beneficiaries, as noted above, the wrongful death action may be brought for the benefit of the parents or siblings of the deceased.
A parent or legal guardian is allowed to file a legal claim for the death of a child under certain conditions. According to Wash. Rev. Code § 4.24.010 these acceptable conditions include:
In a successful Washington lawsuit, wrongful death attorneys have the tools and opportunity to win a lawsuit that awards enough compensation to help ease the surviving family’s financial burdens. Compensation may include damages toward both practical expenses and the emotional burden of losing a loved one. Examples include –
Our wrongful death lawyers understand how overwhelming it can be after a loved one’s unexpected death. However, being well informed is the best way to ease your mind – especially during this emotionally trying time and is best managed by finding the answers your need to unanswered questions and serious concerns. The following are answers to frequent questions clients often ask:
Washington has a deadline, called a statute of limitations, for filing a wrongful death lawsuit, which is generally three years from the date of the person’s death. According to the statute, Wash. Rev. Code § 4.16.080(2) (2021), if the case is not filed within three years, the court will almost certainly refuse to hear it.
No. While under some circumstances, the defendant in a wrongful death case may also face criminal charges such as manslaughter or murder, a wrongful death case is a civil case filed for damages or compensation to the deceased person’s surviving heirs.
Punitive damages are available in Washington in rare situations that involve extreme recklessness or malicious intent. The purpose is to punish responsible parties for the suffering caused by their negligence and to deter this type of behavior in the future.
Laws regarding wrongful death are complicated in Washington, and making mistakes can be costly. The opposition’s attorneys will try to prove that the death was not wrongful, and you are therefore not entitled to compensation. That is why it’s important to have an attorney familiar with the tactics they use and the law to fight for justice and the compensation you and your family deserves.
The good news is that our attorneys work on a contingency basis, so you pay nothing up front. Your initial consultation is free, and there are no costs to you unless and until we win your case. At that time, any legal fees are taken out of the settlement you receive.
A survival action looks similar to a wrongful death lawsuit in several respects but holds a key difference: it involves the actions a deceased individual could have taken in a personal injury lawsuit, had he or she not died. Often, survival cases center around medical bills that arrived between the time of the accident and the victim’s death. This designation further complicates an already confusing process, making it especially important to seek legal counsel.
Our Everett wrongful death lawyers are ready to answer your questions and address your concerns. Call us today at 206-737-1421 for a free consultation.
Gather evidence, interview witnesses, and assess the circumstances surrounding the accident to establish facts and liability.
Determine the extent of damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Engage in discussions with the opposing party or insurance companies to reach a fair settlement outside of court.
If negotiations fail, proceed to court where legal arguments and evidence are presented before a judge or jury for a final decision.
Prior to representing accident victims, Jed worked for GEICO insurance company as one of its in-house attorneys – representing the insurance companies. After learning the inner workings of insurance companies, he quit and began representing accident victims.
We want to help you get the legal advice you need with no upfront fees. There is no obligation to use our law firm and we only get paid if you win your case.
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We are here to help you recover from your accident physically and fiscally. Let us help you maximize the compensation you deserve.
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