A $1 Million Victory in DuPage County
Our firm has a track record of success in cases involving wrongful death. In a 2021 wrongful death claim, Elman Joseph Samples Law Group collected $1,000,000 from the party responsible for a preventable death in DuPage County. We are prepared to do the same for you. Call today:
Establishing Wrongful Death in Illinois
If someone’s negligent actions led to the death of another person, they can be held responsible for damages in a wrongful death lawsuit. In order for a wrongful death case to be viable in Illinois, it must meet certain requirements:
Negligent Actions
If someone acts recklessly or in a careless manner and it leads to another person’s death, it can be considered negligence. A wrongful death attorney must establish the link between the negligent action and the death in order to hold the defendant responsible.
Breach of Duty
If a person owed your loved one a certain level of care and caution, and failing to uphold their duty led to their death, restitution may be owed. For example, drivers who fail to follow road safety laws are breaching their duty of care owed to other drivers.
Personal and Financial Losses
A wrongful death case must demonstrate that the survivors experienced losses after losing a loved one. These can include funeral expenses, medical bills prior to death, loss of income, and loss of companionship.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
A wrongful death lawsuit in Chicago can only be filed by a personal representative of the decedent’s estate. If the deceased did not have a will that designated a personal representative, the court may appoint one (usually a spouse or an adult child). If you are the personal representative, the personal injury attorneys with our firm can file a wrongful death claim on your behalf.
In Illinois, you have two years from the time of your loved one’s death to file a wrongful death claim. Don’t wait any longer to consult our law firm.
Our Wrongful Death Attorneys Can Fight For You
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Losing someone you love because of the negligence of another person can be devastating. Medical malpractice, car accidents, and other negligent acts can change your life in an instant. Meanwhile, the grief of a sudden death is compounded by funeral expenses, emotional distress, and loss of income.
Our Chicago wrongful death lawyers can pursue the restitution you need and deserve while you grieve and process your loss. Rather than get overwhelmed, contact us for a free consultation at our Chicago, IL, law office. If we take your case, you won’t owe us a cent unless we achieve a settlement or jury award for you and your family. Request a consultation online or call:
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Accidents That Can Cause Wrongful Death
If your loved one died because of negligent actions resulting in accidents like these, contact our Chicago law office today:
Pedestrian Accidents
Drivers have an obligation to drive safely not only for the sake of other drivers, but also for pedestrians. People who are walking face the risk of sustaining catastrophic injuries if they’re struck in an auto accident. Our Chicago wrongful death lawyers can see if the driver was drunk or distracted during the pedestrian accident. They can also see if the crosswalk is poorly designed and hold local government accountable for the accident.
Medical Malpractice
When a medical professional fails to make a life-saving diagnosis or makes a critical mistake that directly results in death, this is called medical malpractice. Our firm works with expert witnesses to prove when a medical professional’s negligence results in a devastating loss. We are not afraid to face off with hospitals or their extensive legal resources in court.
Your Wrongful Death Claim
Can Help Others
Depending on the circumstances of your wrongful death claim, punitive damages can be ordered to encourage greater care on the defendant’s part in the future and discourage similar actions from others. Your wrongful death claim could set an example and save other lives. This is just one of many reasons to reach out to our wrongful death lawyers today. You can count on us to fight for justice in your wrongful death lawsuit.
Compensation For Wrongful Death
The wrongful death lawyers of Elman Joseph Samples Law Group are prepared to fight for maximum compensation following the avoidable loss of your loved one. Whether the responsible party was at the scene of the accident (such as a negligent driver), or in another time zone (such as the manufacturer of a faulty product), we will work to make sure they are held liable for all of your losses. Restitution in a wrongful death lawsuit can cover:
- Funeral expenses
- Medical expenses leading up to death
- Emotional pain and suffering
- Loss of companionship
- Property damage (such a vehicle if it was involved in a fatal accident)
- Loss of income that the deceased would have earned
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