Determining liability in a wrongful death case

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Our experienced attorneys know how to comb through the facts in a wrongful death case to help support a client's claim. We fight aggressively to see that our clients get the settlement they deserve. Call 1-800-898-HAYS right away.

In determining liability in a wrongful death suit, you must establish that negligence contributed to the death and that reasonable precautions were taken by the deceased to prevent the accident or to seek care afterward, as well as other considerations. In building a strong case for our clients, we typically will try to obtain the following:

Accident scene photos
Accident reports
Medical reports
Remnants of any defective safety equipment or product involved

It is also important that a wrongful death claim be filed within two years of the death (or sooner with certain types of accidents). The time frame in which to file the lawsuit varies by state, as we as by the type of claim and even the type of defendant. Be sure to contact our office right away even if you are not sure that the standards for a wrongful death claim apply. We will listen to the details of your case and advise you of your options.