If you recently lost a loved one in an avoidable accident, you have our deepest sympathies. We understand the grief and anger when someone’s safety is neglected. Our Roanoke, VA wrongful death lawyer can help you file a civil suit to seek justice, closure, and financial support for your family. Learn more in a confidential consultation with Mark Hurt Law Firm.
Suddenly losing someone you love is devastating, but when that loss happened because of an avoidable accident or due to another person’s reckless or malicious actions, your grief is often clouded by a desire to take action. Filing a claim in civil court may not give you the satisfaction of seeing the person responsible for your loved one’s death behind bars, but it can go a long way to helping you achieve a sense of closure and justice. Our Roanoke wrongful death lawyer is here to help you and your family find a resolution and seek fair compensation for your losses.
Wrongful death is a legal term describing situations in which one party fails to take reasonable steps to protect another person, often through reckless or negligent behavior (failure to act with reasonable care). Drunk driving, failure to provide adequate security for a public place, and not maintaining safety protocols on a construction site are common examples. Wrongful death can also result from intentional harm, meaning purposeful acts like assault. If any of these factors contributed to your loved one’s death, you and your family have what is called a “cause of action” and have the right to pursue compensation from the negligent or responsible party.
We understand that no amount of money can replace your loved one or fill the void left behind, and that is never the intent. However, a settlement can help ease financial burdens and provide the resources for you and your family to move forward and fulfill dreams you shared with your loved one, such as sending your children to college. For many families, a civil court victory, where the at-fault party’s actions are exposed and placed on the permanent record, may be the only justice they get. This is especially true in cases where criminal charges are unlikely, as is often the case with entities such as consumer goods companies or healthcare providers.
Wrongful death suits are often hotly contested, and insurance companies will try many tricks to avoid paying your family a large settlement. The experience and knowledge of our Roanoke wrongful death lawyer balances the scales, giving you the best chance of recovery.
If you need more information about your eligibility to file a wrongful death suit in Virginia, call Mark Hurt Law Firm today for a consultation.
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