Union City Wrongful Death Lawyers
Union City Fatal Accident Attorneys
If you have lost a loved one in a wrongful death accident, you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a fatal unexpected and unwarranted accident caused by someone else’s negligence, it is important to retain a professional Union City wrongful death lawyer to ensure the negligent party is held fully accountable for their reckless conduct.
Filing a Wrongful Death Claim
Family members closest to the decedent are entitled to seek compensation for their loss. A loved one’s passing is not only emotionally taxing, but can also be financially burdensome as well. In a typical wrongful death claim, the surviving family must establish liability for damages on the negligent party as well as establish liability for the full and fair compensation they are entitled to. An experienced wrongful death lawyer will have the resources and skills to help you recover damages for:
- Final medical bills
- Lost income support
- Lost benefits (401k, medical care, etc.)
- Loss of consortium
- Funeral/burial costs
- Property damage related to the accident.
Wrongful Death Motor Vehicle Accidents
In the United States, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of unintentional fatalities. Union City residents on average spend nearly half an hour on their daily commute, leaving them vulnerable to motor vehicle accidents for extended periods. In 2009, there were 38 fatal motor vehicle accidents in Oakland County, involving cars, SUVs, large commercial trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, and even pedestrians. When a negligent driver fails to drive responsibly, and causes a fatal accident, they must be held responsible for their actions. A wrongful death claim will allows grieving families to seek justice as well as financial support on behalf of their loved one.
Experienced Wrongful Death Lawyers
The wrongful death lawyers at Estey Bomberger have been specializing in serious injury and fatal accident claims for over 70 cumulative years. Our expertise in high damage claims and extensive resources allow our attorneys to thoroughly investigate each case in our efforts to pursue the maximum compensation on behalf of our clients. Unlike many other personal injury law firms, because we enforce a maximum cap on the number of cases we accept at one time, our attorneys have the time and resources to prepare every case for trial. In the past, our wrongful death lawyers have successfully recovered compensation for cases involving:
- Premise liability
- Defective products
- Fall accidents
- Unsafe pharmaceutical drugs
- Contaminated food
- Negligent supervision.
Know Your Rights
There is no need to add financial concerns to the emotional difficulties you face after a wrongful death accident. By law, you are legally entitled to financial compensation for all of the damages and smaller incidentals that arise after the sudden loss of a loved one. If you would like to speak to a professional Union City wrongful death lawyer regarding your rights to compensation, please schedule a free consultation today. In a free and private appointment, one of our Oakland accident lawyers will assess your case; explain your rights, and the steps you can take to protect them. Please schedule an appointment today.
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