Has a loved one been fatally injured in an accident?
When a person has been fatally injured in an accident resulting from someone’s negligent or careless behavior, it is called wrongful death. The law allows family members such as spouses, children, dependents and parents to seek compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one. Benefits in these cases can cover any medical costs that were incurred, emotional distress, lost support, lost companionship, burial and funeral expenses. A claim can be filed within two years from the date of death.
The unexpected death of a family member can be extremely traumatic. An Oklahoma City personal injury lawyer should be contacted at once if a family member has died in an accident to learn about your rights to wrongful death benefits. You will receive compassionate and caring advice regarding your loss and your options regarding wrongful death compensation. A skilled attorney will also be able to assist you in the preparation and submission of your claim, and provide capable legal representation.
Wrongful Death Lawyer in Oklahoma City
A wrongful death case can be extremely complex and will require the skills of a highly competent personal injury lawyer when seeking monetary damages. Attorney is a knowledgeable litigator with considerable experience in personal injury cases involving wrongful death. He has helped many families pursue vital financial benefits when a loved one was fatally injured from:
- A pedestrian accident
- A vehicle accident
- An accident caused by a defective product
- Medical malpractice
He can be counted on to aggressively pursue maximum damages in any wrongful death case, and will keep you regularly informed and updated on legal proceedings.