Losing a beloved family member is always challenging. If your loss was the result of another person’s negligence, it can be even more stressful and emotionally challenging. If your family lost a loved one due to another person’s or entity’s negligence, you do not have to pursue the at-fault party alone. Our Delaware wrongful death lawyers will investigate your loss and fight hard for your financial recovery.
At The Fitch Law Firm LLC, we know how hard it can be to cope with legal and insurance matters after an unexpected loss. Our Delaware personal injury lawyers will deal with the liable party’s insurance company, including communicating on your behalf and negotiating for a favorable settlement. Get started with a free initial consultation by contacting one of our claim evaluation team members today.
Why Choose Our Delaware Wrongful Death Attorneys to Advocate For Your Family?
Your family’s first priorities after a sudden loss are making appropriate arrangements for your loved one and caring for each other. While you navigate these important but emotionally challenging matters, our personal injury attorneys will get to work on your wrongful death claim. We will:
- Investigate your loved one’s death: Our legal team will delve into the accident, consult with accident reconstruction and other experts, and interview accident eyewitnesses.
- Assess your family’s financial recovery: We’ll take the time to assess and document your expenses and losses and fight for maximum compensation for your family.
- Compile evidence that proves your case: A strong case file can prove the at-fault party’s negligence and support your compensation request.
- Canvass for photos and videos: Depending on the circumstances of your case, we may collect dashcam, traffic cam, security, surveillance, and smartphone footage.
- Manage all case–related paperwork: To document your wrongful death claim, we will obtain, complete, and submit insurance claims forms, court filing forms, and all other case-related documentation.
- Communicate on your behalf: We’ll handle all correspondence between you and the at-fault party’s insurance company, including phone calls, letters, and emails.
Every member of our team will treat your family with kindness and compassion. We know how hard it can be to wait for updates on your claim, so we’ll provide notifications on each development. We are available 24/7 and will come to you if needed.
Our Delaware Wrongful Death Attorneys Will Aim to Prove the Elements of Negligence
Ohio Revised Code Section 2125 defines a death as wrongful if negligence, carelessness, or recklessness of another person or entity caused it. Our Delaware wrongful death lawyers will build a comprehensive evidence collection to prove the elements of negligence: duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages.
The evidence we gather for your case file will vary on a case-by-case basis. Our legal team will handle evidence collection for you rather than asking you or your family to deal with this challenging part of your case. We will also organize your evidence and present a cohesive case file to the negligent party’s insurance company.
Circumstances That Can Lead to Wrongful Death Cases
Wrongful deaths can result from many types of fatal accidents. If negligence caused your family’s loss, we will take on your case and help you fight for fair compensation. Our wrongful death practice areas include:
- Commercial truck accidents
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Medical malpractice cases
- Dog bite cases
- Construction accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Defective product cases
- Swimming pool accidents
Our Delaware wrongful death attorneys are committed to an outstanding client service experience. In addition to compassionate legal service, we will also provide the aggressive legal representation your claim requires. Find out how hard we go to bat for our clients during your free consultation with a team member at The Fitch Law Firm LLC today.
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Our Delaware Wrongful Death Lawyers Will Negotiate for a Favorable Settlement
Resolving a wrongful death action with a settlement can mean multiple rounds of offers and counteroffers. Our lawyers will fight hard for the best possible outcome for you, including the following types of damages:
- Funeral expenses
- Burial or cremation costs
- The decedent’s final medical bills
- Loss of the deceased person’s financial support
- Loss of their household services and other contributions to the family
- Loss of companionship and consortium
- Loss of guidance, society, and care
Punitive damages are also possible—but rarely awarded—in wrongful death cases. These damages are intended to penalize egregious acts of wrongdoing. If the circumstances of your loved one’s death warrant punitive damages, we will not hesitate to pursue them.
The Sooner We Start Fighting for Your Delaware Family, the Better
The wrongful death statute of limitations is generally two years from the decedent’s death date, according to Ohio Revised Code Section 2125.02. This is the amount of time you have to file your lawsuit in Delaware, OH. If you do not file on time, the court could prevent you from filing. This is the general rule, though there are exceptions.
While complying with the statute of limitations is mandatory, it can also be complicated, since various circumstances could cause it to change. The best way to avoid the potentially costly consequences of filing your lawsuit too late is to let our personal injury law firm handle it for you. We will file your lawsuit on time and in the appropriate legal venue.
Get Immediate Legal Support for Your Delaware Wrongful Death Claim
The unexpected loss of a loved one can leave your family reeling and unsure of what to do. At The Fitch Law Firm LLC, we are passionate about pursuing compensation for families like yours.
Find out how hard our Delaware wrongful death lawyers will work to maximize your financial recovery. Contact one of our team members for your free consultation now.