Wrongful Death
The loss of a spouse, a child, a parent, or a brother and sister is the most significant loss a person can suffer. When the death is the result of the wrongful conduct of a doctor, a nurse, an automobile driver, a tractor-trailer operator, a fellow worker, or any other wrongdoer, it is even more difficult to cope with the loss because the death was avoidable. The law recognizes the value of life and creates a method for compensating people who have lost loved ones through the fault of another person. If your family member has died because of the negligence or fault of another person and you believe the death was avoidable, please contact one of our attorneys by calling us at (816) 373-9080.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if the death was avoidable?
A: In some circumstances, there is a mystery surrounding the death. We have pursued several cases where health care providers have not revealed to the family the actual cause of the death and we have informed the family of the cause after obtaining and reviewing the medical records.
Q: How do you value the life of a person?
A: Ultimately, it is the function of a jury to determine the loss suffered by a family as a result of the wrongful conduct of another. We have extensive experience in trying such cases. If you relied on the loved one for financial support, you are entitled to recover for that loss. If medical expenses were incurred as a result of the wrong doing, those are recoverable too. However, we believe that the greatest loss is the loss of companionship, counseling, comfort, guidance, support and services.
Q: If I cannot determine why my family member died, should I contact a lawyer?
A: Definitely. It will not cost you anything to speak with one of our attorneys. Many times we investigate the circumstances surrounding a death at no cost to our clients to determine that there is no person or company responsible for the loss. In other circumstances, we keep digging until we find the truth. Many times, we find that you must dig beneath the surface to determine the truth. We apply our vast experience to finding the truth.
