A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit. In Washington, the victim’s family seeks a wrongful death action when someone’s negligence has contributed to the death of a loved one. A legal representative for the estate asks the negligent party’s insurance provider for financial support. This support is intended to cover hardships like the cost of a funeral, ambulance fees, and emergency response charges. A wrongful death claim can also compensate the family for future hardships when the deceased can no longer provide guidance and monetary support. A civil claim, like a wrongful death lawsuit, is very different from a criminal case. Criminal charges generally result in the punishment of the guilty party after a criminal trial. A criminal verdict does not award any money to the family of the deceased victim. Only a civil case can earn families the support they need to protect themselves financially. The two cases are separate and families can earn compensation from a negligent party through civil proceedings even if the party isn’t found guilty of a criminal act.

Yes. In Washington, a lawyer representing the victim’s estate can file a wrongful death claim on behalf of family members. This legal representative is often known as an “executor.” A wrongful death lawyer works on behalf of remaining beneficiaries to earn close relatives compensation for the loss of a loved one. This support helps to safeguard the family from the financial challenges they may face in the future without the love and monetary support the deceased would have provided.

In many cases, you will often obtain significantly more compensation for your injuries with the help of a personal injury lawyer than you would without one. That said, not every case involving scrapes and bruises requires an attorney. We will go over all of your options with you during our free consultation and case evaluation.

In the State of Washington, there is a three year statute of limitations for any injury to person or property claims. There are exceptions to this and situations where one may have more or less time.

Circumstances which often result in personal injury claims in Spokane and beyond include fatalities and injuries as a result of car accidents, medical malpractice, unsafe premises and other forms of negligence.

Many cases do not make it to a trial, but select a highly professional and capable personal injury lawyer who has trial experience and courtroom success. Defense attorneys and insurance adjusters know which attorneys are willing to fight for you and which are willing to settle cases quickly and cheaply.

A great lawyer who specializes in personal injury law will have a long history of verdicts and settlements. Established in Spokane in 1948, we are committed to proving our clients with the best and highest quality legal representation in the Spokane and Spokane Valley area. We are also licensed to practice personal injury law in the State of Idaho and represent clients in Post Falls, Coeur d’Alene, and beyond.