Nothing is more tragic than learning that the reckless or careless behavior of another person has taken your loved one from you. It’s never fair. However, you can seek justice for your loved one.
If you lost a close family member, our wrongful death lawyer in Cicero can offer resources to help. Contact our Cicero personal injury lawyer now for a free consultation. At Therman Law, we have more than 75 years of combined experience.
Why Trust Our Wrongful Death Law Firm in Cicero
Wrongful death occurs when the negligence of another person, business, organization, or other entity causes the death of a person. Close family members have the right to seek legal action, recovering damages for the estate as well as their own losses related to the death. When you choose Therman Law as your lawyer, you gain several benefits:
- 99% case success rate. We work to provide our clients with unfailing support in their difficult times, and that means using the law fully to recover damages.
- Over $100 million recovered. We know how to get results, and we also know the importance of pursuing comprehensive damages that allow you to heal.
- Compassionate legal support. With over 6,000 clients having worked with us, including many wrongful death claims, our lawyer has the necessary network of resources and experience to fight for you with compassion.
Your future is different now that you’ve lost a loved one, but you still remain in control. By hiring a Cicero wrongful death lawyer, you gain an advocate who prioritizes your case. Set up a free consultation to learn more about what we recommend for your case. Review our FAQs to learn more about wrongful death cases.
Types of Wrongful Death Cases We Handle
Wrongful death can happen in various personal injury cases. Each type of personal injury requires proving that the defendant owed your loved one a duty of care and that they failed in that duty of care so much so that it caused an accident that took your loved one’s life. Some of the types of wrongful death cases we handle include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Medical malpractice matters
- Nursing home abuse cases
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Workplace injuries and illnesses
- Product liability, including medications
Meet with us to tell us what happened to your loved one. We will research to find the evidence and build a strong case for you. Expect our attorney to always provide you with the necessary time and effort to understand your legal options in these situations.
Do Not Settle with the Insurance Company Without an Attorney
Insurance companies often act quickly, often encouraging you to settle with them for what seems like a lot of money. If they are approaching you or offering an impressive sum of money, don’t just settle. There is nearly always much more on the table that they don’t want you to know about, so they can save money. Let us handle the insurance company for you.
What Our Law Firm Will Do for You
After meeting with a Cicero wrongful death attorney, you will gain insight into whether you have a case and what strategies we may employ to see results for you. You pay us nothing unless we win your case. From the start, we provide the following unfailing legal support:
- Investigations: A comprehensive investigation may uncover additional evidence, suggest multiple parties at fault, and reveal complexities in the case. This allows us to seek fair compensation against all of those responsible to the fullest extent of the law.
- Careful calculations of losses: It’s not simple to put a value on the loss of life, but there are legal strategies for doing so. We also want to consider your personal impact and how it will shape your future.
- Negotiations and trials: Most wrongful death cases settle out of court because we provide evidence that makes insurance companies take action. However, our courtroom-proven legal team will fight for you in a court of law when it’s necessary to do so.
Let us go to work for you now by providing you with a free case review, where you can tell us everything that occurred that led to the loss of life. You can trust that we will be compassionate, respectful, and transparent with you about your rights and any limitations under the law.
What a Wrongful Death Claim in Cicero May Be Worth
The value of a wrongful death claim depends on the circumstances surrounding the incident. Our legal team will explore all potential ways you may be able to recover damages. Some examples may include:
- All losses the person would have recovered if they survived
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Final medical costs
- Victim’s pain and suffering
- Family members’ pain and suffering
- Loss of future income
- Loss of consortium
Proving the value of your claim requires careful consideration of what was lost. Factors like wage, education, and health all contribute to the value of your claim. We will negotiate the highest settlement possible in your situation. Know that our team is here to help you all along the way.
Act Before the Statute of Limitations Runs Out
Under the Illinois Civil Liabilities (740 ILCS 180/) Wrongful Death Act, the victim’s family or personal representative has two years from the date of death to seek a lawsuit against the defendant. If you fail to act within that timeframe, you may be barred from seeking any compensation, though some exceptions can apply.
We encourage you to speak to us even if you are approaching that timeframe to determine if we can take action to fight for your loved one and how to do so.
Schedule a Free Consultation with a Wrongful Death Attorney in Cicero Now
At Therman Law, we are passionate about helping people navigate the unfair outcomes they face throughout life. Set up a free consultation with our wrongful death lawyer in Cicero now and find out what we can do to seek justice for your loved one.
