Wrongful Death on the Job
Get Help After Losing a Loved One in a Fatal Job Accident
Have you lost a loved one in a work accident? Are you struggling with the emotional, mental, and financial fallout? Do you not have the energy and will to pursue legal action even though you need and deserve compensation for your losses? Attorneys Mark and Alexis Breyer at The Husband & Wife Law Team can help. We understand that you're going through an incredibly painful and confusing time, and are ready to answer any and all of your questions, including:
Who can I hold liable for my loved one's death?
What kind of compensation am I entitled to?
How much will it cost to retain an attorney?
If you decide to hire us as your legal representatives, we will handle all of your legal matters for you so you can focus on mourning. We will also keep you up to date on your case's progress every step of the way so you always know where you stand. Contact us to receive the high quality legal services that have made our firm what it is today. We offer comprehensive consultations at no cost.
Another Option May Be Available
In most fatal workplace accident cases, the benefits that can be obtained by the loved ones left behind are limited to workers' compensation death benefits. However, there are instances where survivors can file a wrongful death claim in addition to a workers' compensation claim. This is allowed when a third party, or someone who did not work for the same company as the victim's employer, contributed to the fatal accident.
For instance, if a delivery driver was making a delivery when he got into a fatal collision, his survivors may file for wrongful death damages against the other driver as well as workers' comp death benefits.
Differences Between Wrongful Death Damages and Workers' Comp Benefits
There are important differences in the types and amount of damages awarded in each kind of case or claim. For one, state law sets specific limits on the amount of workers' comp death benefits survivors will receive and for how long. The recovery in a wrongful death claim, on the other hand, can vary widely and include damages such as loss of companionship, emotional distress, and other less tangible forms of damages, in addition to medical, funeral, and burial expenses.
In addition, the burden of proof is very different between these two kinds of claims. Concerning workers' compensation death benefits, survivors have to provide very little proof, whereas in a wrongful death claim, clear proof of the defendant or defendants' negligence and liability must be presented in order to recover damages.
To discuss whether you have a valid third party claim in your workplace death case, contact a reliable personal injury attorney now.
Wrongful Death Lawyers Who Care About Our Clients
At The Husband & Wife Law Team, we don't just process cases - we provide personalized legal services to each and every client and give them the attention they deserve. Please don't hesitate to contact us for help after the unjust death of a loved one. Our compassionate legal professionals are ready to give you the legal and emotional support you need to get through this trying period.