When a loved one dies unexpectedly, the devastation can be overwhelming. Not only are you grieving the loss, but you may also be facing financial hardship due to the death. If the death was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim. 

While you may be tempted to handle the claim independently, hiring an experienced Massachusetts wrongful death lawyer will help you thoroughly understand the law and the legal process. A wrongful death lawyer will know how to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death and how to build a strong case.

In this article, we will list some reasons why hiring a wrongful death attorney is in your best interest. 

An Attorney Can Help You Prove Negligence

To win a wrongful death case, you must prove that the defendant was negligent. This means that they failed to exercise the level of care that a reasonable person would have in the same situation.

An experienced wrongful death attorney will know how to collect and present evidence to show that the defendant was negligent. This may include eyewitness testimony, medical records, and expert opinions.

An Attorney Can Help You Determine The Value Of Your Claim

Wrongful death claims can be complex, and it can be difficult to determine how much your claim is worth. An experienced wrongful death attorney will know how to calculate the full value of your claim, including:

  • Past and future medical expenses
  • Past and future lost wages and benefits
  • Funeral and burial expenses
  • Pain and suffering
  • Loss of companionship or consortium

An Attorney Will Handle All The Legal Details

If you are already dealing with the death of a loved one, the last thing you want to do is deal with the legal details of a wrongful death claim. An experienced wrongful death attorney will handle all the legal details for you so that you can focus on healing.

An Attorney Can Help You Deal With the Insurance Company

Insurance companies are in the business of making money, not paying out claims. If you are dealing with an insurance company after the death of a loved one, you will need an experienced attorney.

An attorney can help you deal with the insurance company in several ways, including:

  • Investigating the claim
  • Filing the claim
  • Negotiating with the insurance company
  • Taking the case to trial, if necessary

An Attorney Can Help You Meet Deadlines

There are strict deadlines for filing a wrongful death claim. You will be barred from recovering any compensation if you miss the deadline. An experienced wrongful death attorney will ensure your claim is filed on time.

An Attorney Can Help You Get The Compensation You Deserve

The stakes are high in a wrongful death case. If you are successful, you may be able to recover enough money to support yourself and your family. If you are unsuccessful, you could end up owing the defendant money.

An experienced wrongful death attorney will fight for the compensation you deserve. They will investigate your claim, build a strong case, and negotiate with the insurance company. If necessary, they will take your case to trial.

Conclusion

You may be entitled to compensation if you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence. Contact an experienced wrongful death attorney today to find out more.

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About the Author: James Swartz
Mr. Swartz, our Managing and Principal Attorney at Swartz & Swartz P.C., is a nationally recognized and respected trial attorney as well as consumer advocate. His practice focuses on cases involving negligence, torts, products liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and other claims involving catastrophic injuries.

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