Wrongful Death

When someone passes away, two legal processes often come into play: probate and wrongful death lawsuits. Probate is the legal process of managing and distributing a deceased person’s assets, while a wrongful death lawsuit seeks compensation for a death caused...

A wrongful death lawsuit is a legal case filed when someone dies due to another person or entity’s negligence, carelessness, or intentional actions. These incidents can include car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, or crimes like assault. The purpose of...

When a loved one’s life is tragically cut short due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions, the emotional and financial toll on the family can be overwhelming. In such trying times, a wrongful death lawyer becomes a important ally....

Like every other US state, Illinois has a set of wrongful death laws allowing victims to file for compensation. We’ll examine several significant facets of these statutes, including who may bring a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois, what damages may...

Losing a loved one is really tough, and sometimes, it can happen because of someone else’s mistake. When that occurs, families may get something called a “wrongful death settlement.” This is like an agreement where the responsible party agrees to...

Dividing money after a loved one’s passing can be tricky, especially when it comes from a wrongful death settlement. It’s like figuring out how to share a cake fairly. In this situation, families need to decide together on a plan...