Wrongful Death Attorney in Wisconsin

We Take the Stress Out of Selecting a Wrongful Death Attorney

Everyone reacts differently to the loss of a loved one. Feelings of rage, powerlessness, and sadness are common and expected. You need time to process these feelings, and trying to split your time between grieving a loved one and handling a legal case can only make things more difficult.

The Goldwater Law Firm can identify a Wisconsin wrongful death lawyer in your area to manage your entire legal action on your behalf. This includes but is not limited to:

• Investigating your case to determine who is liable
• Collecting evidence to show which damages you qualify for
• Managing all communications between you, the firm, and other involved parties
• Filing and receiving all necessary paperwork
• Pressuring the insurance company to pay you fairly and quickly
• Representing you at trial, if your lawyer feels that is the best option for pursuing compensation

With a legal professional on your side, you would have all of the time you need to focus on your family and your future—all without sacrificing your right to seek damages and hold the liable party responsible for your loved one’s fatal injuries.

Your Lawyer Charges Nothing Up Front

You only have to pay attorneys’ fees once you recover compensation. This allows you to access the legal representation you deserve without having to worry about the cost: your lawyer’s fees come out of your settlement or award, never your pocket.

Your Lawyer Will Stay in Touch With You Throughout the Case

You may not have the time or energy to be involved in your case on a day-to-day basis, but that does not mean you should have to sacrifice your control over the case. Our law firm partners can keep you updated as your case progresses and help you make all important legal decisions. This empowers you to do what is best for your family.

Determining What Goes Into Your Wrongful Death Settlement

The money you receive should account for everything you lost because of the fatal accident. This could include:

• Loss of society and companionship, for the premature loss of your loved one’s presence in your life
• Loss of financial support, to make up for whatever money your loved one would have contributed to household bills and supporting their dependents
• Funeral and burial expenses, for the cost of laying your loved one to rest and even maintaining the place where they are buried, if applicable
• Medical expenses, if your loved one received any sort of care prior to their passing

Call The Goldwater Law Firm today. Our law firm partners understand how much your family needs this money and can fight for every dollar you need to feel secure after such a traumatic event.

The Liable Party Should Pay Your Damages

Your family has suffered enough. The at-fault party should be held accountable for their actions, whether they are a:

• Driver who failed to obey the rules of the road
• Trucking company that failed to prioritize safety
• Manufacturer that allowed a faulty product to go on the market

If more than one party contributed to your loved one’s accident, your attorney can take action against both (or all) negligent parties. Such cases may be more complex than you expect, so let The Goldwater Law Firm put you in touch with a capable and knowledgeable lawyer who can handle everything for you.

Who Can Recover Damages in a Wrongful Death Claim in Wisconsin?

Under state law, you could be entitled to wrongful death damages if you were closely related to the deceased, especially if you are their spouse or child. If the deceased had neither spouse nor children, then their other heirs and relatives may recover compensation instead.

You may take action yourself, or the deceased’s personal representative can seek damages on your behalf. Your lawyer can examine your situation and let you know what might be the best way of pursuing compensation.

Who Gets What Types of Damages?

The types of compensation you receive should reflect your specific losses. For example, if you paid for the deceased’s medical care, you are eligible for compensation for final medical expenses. The deceased’s minor children are entitled to a certain amount of money (which depends in part on their age) to ensure they remain well cared for as they grow up.

The legal team at The Goldwater Law Firm wants to ensure that everyone who has suffered because of this accident recovers fair compensation to help them move forward. Trust your wrongful death lawyer to pursue appropriate damages and to divide those damages in accordance with your needs and state law.

How to Prove Damages After a Wrongful Death

Unfortunately, the victim’s word is generally not enough to secure a fair settlement, especially if you were not present at the time of the accident. You will need evidence from as many sources as possible to support your claim for damages. Your personal injury attorney may turn to sources like:

• Eyewitnesses, who can provide statements about what they saw and, in some cases, may even be able to contribute photos or cell phone video
• Experts, who can confirm or elaborate on certain aspects of your story, such as how the accident happened or what the consequences have been/will be
• Physical evidence, such as debris from a car crash, that can provide insight into the sequence of events leading up to the accident
• Medical documentation, such as your loved one’s medical records or the county medical examiner’s report, that show what injuries they suffered and how they likely happened
• Financial documentation, like bills that show how much you spent or tax filings that show how much your loved one earned

These and other materials not only prove the liable party’s identity and which types of compensation you deserve, they can also disprove any counterallegations the insurance company might make (e.g., that your loved one was negligent).

The attorneys at our law firm partners understand how critical it is to put together a complete and compelling casefile before taking action against any liable party. Your legal representative will work diligently to make your case as strong as possible.