Wrongful Death
If you’ve lost a friend or loved one in an accident because of another person’s negligent acts, our Wrongful Death Lawyers in Louisiana will help you navigate this difficult time.
In a variety of different contexts, a wrongful death case can occur, including car accidents, construction site accidents, swimming pool accidents, medical malpractice, and home slip and fall accidents, and fires. While no amount of financial compensation can ever make up for a loved one’s loss, being financially stable in an unstable scenario like this can help give all survivors a sense of security.
The aim of a wrongful death case and our wrongful death lawyers is to get you compensated for your loss.
The following types of damages are considered in a wrongful death case:
- The expected loss in income of the person who died
- The expected loss of services, health, care and/or assistance given to the survivors / beneficiaries by the person who died;
- Sorrow, mental anguish, involving loss of companionship, comfort, and guidance;
- Expenses on the treatment, care, and hospitalization of the person who died in related to the injury resulting in death.
In times of grief, the importance of prompt investigation of the circumstances of death, preservation of evidence and identification of responsible parties is obviously difficult for family members to understand. That’s why hiring Edward B. Jones & Associates for your case in Louisiana is critical.
Why Hiring a Lawyer for a Wrongful Death Case is Important
It is important to quickly reach out to a lawyer! The insurance agency defending the negligent person must immediately begin their investigation and take their client’s case seriously. No doubt you need to hire an experienced and competent attorney to help you win your case. You need to prove someone’s guilt in wrongful death cases beyond a reasonable doubt. That’s almost an impossible task to handle on your own. Our Wrongful Death Attorneys have years of experience in defending the legal rights of families who suffered a loved one’s death. Call us for a consultation now; our professional lawyers take the time to fully understand your case and provide numerous options to help you with the grievance process.