Suffolk Wrongful Death Lawyer
Losing a loved one because of someone else’s actions can be heartbreaking. Filing a legal claim might be the last thing on your mind after a family member’s death, but it may be the only way to get justice and weather the financial impact of your loss.
The compassionate Suffolk wrongful death attorneys at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers can handle all aspects of the claims process for you, giving you time to heal and grieve with your family while we fight to win you fair compensation. Contact us online or call (757) 333-3333 for a free case evaluation.
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- Why Choose Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers for Your Suffolk Wrongful Death Case?
- Hear About Our Team From One of Our Suffolk Clients
- The Process of Making a Suffolk Wrongful Death Claim
- What Counts as a Wrongful Death?
- Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Suffolk?
- What Compensation Is Available in a Wrongful Death Claim?
- How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim?
- Meet Our Team
- Consult With a Suffolk Wrongful Death Attorney Today
Why Choose Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers for Your Suffolk Wrongful Death Case?
Our dedicated team has decades of experience handling wrongful death cases, including motor vehicle accidents, train accidents, premises liability claims, and more. We are skilled negotiators with a history of working with experts to reach fair settlements with insurance companies and win our clients the compensation they deserve.
Personal injury law is our sole focus. We’ve recovered millions of dollars in case results, including $1.5 million for the family of a van driver killed in a truck accident, $1 million for the family of a passenger killed by a drunk driver, and $800,000 for the family of a woman killed in a tractor-trailer accident.
We pride ourselves on providing compassionate service while getting excellent results for our clients. We offer free consultations and work on contingency, representing you with no upfront fees and no payment unless we win your case.
Hear About Our Team From One of Our Suffolk Clients
The Process of Making a Suffolk Wrongful Death Claim
Wrongful death lawsuits follow different rules than other personal injury claims. Navigating the claims process can be complicated and confusing, but our skilled Suffolk wrongful death lawyers can help.
What Counts as a Wrongful Death?
Virginia law defines a wrongful death as one that would not have occurred but for injuries caused by the wrongful actions or neglect of another party. Wrongful death claims arise in situations where the deceased would have been able to file a personal injury claim if they lived.
Types of injury cases that often lead to wrongful death claims include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Premises liability (e.g., slip and fall accidents)
- Boating accidents
- Nursing home abuse
- Medical malpractice
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Suffolk?
A Virginia wrongful death claim must be brought by the victim’s personal representative, who can be appointed in a will or appointed by the court in the absence of a will. If your loved one did not leave a will, our Suffolk wrongful death lawyers can help you determine how to move forward.
What Compensation Is Available in a Wrongful Death Claim?
Virginia law allows families to seek a variety of damages in a wrongful death claim, including economic and non-economic. These include financial and emotional losses resulting from the victim’s death, as well as damages the victim would have been able to pursue through a personal injury claim if they had survived their injuries.
Economic damages available in wrongful death claims include:
- Funeral costs
- Medical bills
- Lost income, services, or benefits
- Lost future earnings and financial support
Non-economic damages include:
- The victim’s pain and suffering
- The family’s grief and sorrow
- Loss of the victim’s comfort, companionship, and guidance
Virginia law does not cap the damages you can receive for wrongful death as long as they are “fair and just.” Punitive damages are also available in cases involving egregious misbehavior on the part of the defendant.
How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim?
The Virginia statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is normally two years after the victim’s passing. Consulting with an attorney soon after the accident will allow them to build the strongest claim possible on your behalf and make sure it is filed on time.
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Consult With a Suffolk Wrongful Death Attorney Today
Our team is ready to answer your questions and put our experience to work for you, handling your wrongful death claim with a compassionate approach and award-winning service. Contact us online or call (757) 333-3333 for a free case evaluation.
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