Wrongful Death Attorneys

When a loved one passes away, feelings of grief and sadness are to be expected, regardless of the cause of death. When a loved one dies as a result of someone else’s conduct -- by the wrongful act, neglect, or fault of another person -- it may even feel like as though the tragedy is amplified. If you believe your family member’s death could have been prevented, the Lento Law Group is here to help.

In every state in our country, there are laws in place to provide a legal remedy called a wrongful death lawsuit. This is a way to take action and seek monetary compensation for their untimely death. Whether the death was caused by medical malpractice, negligence, or an intentional act, we can help evaluate your options and do everything we can within the bounds of the laws of your state to hold the responsible person or entity accountable for your and your family’s loss.

While no amount of money can ever bring back or replace your loved one, you have the legal right under the law to seek compensation for the emotional and financial challenges you now have because of their death. A wrongful death lawsuit can hold the responsible party financially accountable for their mistake and deliver a measure of justice for you and your family. A successful outcome can also help relieve the financial and emotional stress left in the aftermath of your loved one’s passing. Contact the Lento Law Group today to discuss your options.

Investigating and Proving a “Wrongful” Death

The law deems certain deaths to be wrongful when the death is caused by another person or entity’s intentional, negligent, or otherwise unlawful actions. In some cases, it is immediately clear that another party is responsible for your loved one’s death. However, in other cases it may not be as clear, and a thorough examination of available evidence will be necessary. The experienced legal teams at the Lento Law Group can conduct investigations, analyze medical records, review reports and records, and build the case to be proven in court.

Even if the police or law enforcement have conducted an investigation into your loved one’s death and not filed criminal charges, you still may be able to file a civil lawsuit because the burden of proof is different in civil and criminal cases. Experienced attorneys at the Lento Law Group can evaluate the facts and legal standards that apply in your case.

Damages in a Wrongful Death Case

When a loved one’s death was avoidable, the person or entity responsible for your loved one’s death may be liable to pay you monetary compensation for what you have already lost and will lose in the future.

Depending on which state’s laws apply, the deceased person’s surviving family or estate can request to be paid for medical bills, funeral and burial expenses, loss of future financial support and companionship, loss of expected inheritance, and compensation for pain and suffering and emotional distress from the person who caused their wrongful death.

If the cause of your loved one’s death was intentional or particularly egregious conduct, punitive damages may also be available.

State-Specific Limitations on Filing a Lawsuit

Each state in the United States has its own laws that limit the time you have to start a lawsuit after the date of death. In most cases you have only two years from the date of death to start a claim, but in some states the time limit is as little as one year while in others it is up to six years. Attorneys at the Lento Law Group are well-versed in the state-specific laws that will apply in your case and can advise you on which deadlines apply in your state. Don’t delay in contacting us for a consultation.

Some states also limit which family members are authorized to file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking compensation. In some states, surviving family members can file a claim, but in other states only a personal representative of the estate can file the lawsuit. Attorneys at the Lento Law Group can establish which person should file in your case and which state’s laws apply to your claim.

Grieving the death of a loved one can take an emotional toll on you, and if your loved one suffered a wrongful death, it may even add another layer to your grief. If your loved one’s death was caused by another person or entity’s wrongful act, negligence, carelessness, mistake, or if you believe their death could have been prevented, contact us today to discuss your options.

Victim Compensation Claims (Government Funded)

Victims of violent crimes for loved ones that are killed as a result of a crime, often suffer emotional trauma long after the crime happens. Besides the direct consequences, crime victims often experience financial hardship due to many crime-related expenses including funeral and burial expenses. The good thing is that most states are obligated to compensate you for the financial, emotional, and consequential loss that the crime caused.

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