Minneapolis Wrongful Death Lawyer
Damages Recoverable in Wrongful Death Cases
The unexpected loss of a family member is always difficult to deal with. When a loved one dies because of the negligent or reckless acts of another, there is an even greater sense of injustice. Aside from the emotional difficulty, many families face substantial economic turmoil when the primary wage earner passes away unexpectedly. Our Minneapolis wrongful death attorneys are ready to assist you. Wrongful death claims involve the death of a loved one due to another person's criminal, reckless or negligent conduct. Under Minnesota law a "person" may include an individual or business - such as a bar, employer or other company.
Wrongful death often results from a drunk driver killing a motorist or passenger in an automobile, negligent care at a nursing home, medical malpractice, railroad-crossing accidents, natural gas explosions, electrocution, or construction site accidents. This kind of sudden loss is extremely difficult time for a victim's family. Our attorneys are here to help. We will provide you with the personal attention and compassion you deserve, as our attorneys work hard toward winning you compensation amidst this time of profound grief for your family.
A trustee must be appointed by the court to represent all of the interested parties in a wrongful death lawsuit. This individual is usually a close relative to friend of the decedent. Once the trustee recovers all of the compensation allowed under Minnesota law, the court must approve the proposed disbursement to the surviving heirs. In most cases the division is not disputed.
Damages that a lawyer can help you recover in a wrongful death action include final medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, future earnings expected over the decedent's lifetime, lost benefits to the surviving family members and loss of companionship. Punitive damages may also be recovered. A lawyer can help to ensure you will recover the appropriate amount of damages for the painful experience of losing a loved one. We do understand, however, that no amount of money can replace the person you've lost.
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Statute of Limitations
Under Minnesota's statute of limitations, a claim must be filed within three years from the date of death. If the case is filed after the relevant deadline, it will be denied. For that reason, it is important to act swiftly by consulting with an attorney so that a proper investigation can be conducted.
The wrongful death lawyers with Brown Law Offices, P.A. represent clients who have lost a loved one as the result of another's negligence. Our attorneys are dedicated to protecting the rights of surviving heirs and have helped obtain many favorable wrongful death settlements. Wrongful death cases are accepted on a contingency basis. You owe no fee for our services unless we obtain a settlement in your case.
Do not hesitate to contact a Minneapolis Wrongful Death Attorney today for your initial case consultation.
Our dedicated Minnesota wrongful death lawyers handle cases state-wide, including the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, St. Cloud, Moorhead, Apple Valley, Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Burnsville, Coon Rapids, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Lakeville, Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Roseville and Woodbury.