Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyer

Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyer ● Survival Actions

Tragedy can strike twice for families coping with a severely injured loved one. When a family member dies after suffering serious injuries in an accident, families are left to deal with medical bills as well as funeral expenses.

At Leopold & Associates, we help families seek compensation after losing a loved one in a negligent accident. Besides gaining compensation through a wrongful death claim, it may be possible to file a survival action for the accident-related injuries and medical costs. Contact my law office at 312-781-6212 to schedule a free consultation.

What is a Wrongful Death Claim?

Families that have lost a loved one in an accident caused by reckless or negligent behavior or medical malpractice can seek compensation through a wrongful death claim. Compensation may be available for medical costs, funeral costs, lost of companionship, and other damages.

What is a Survival Action?

When an individual is hospitalized after an accident and later dies, the medical bills don't go away. Through a survival action, families can seek compensation for injuries and hospitalization costs incurred while the victim was still alive. Often, the person filing a survival action is the administrator of the deceased's estate. Compensation may be sought for the deceased's pain and suffering, medical costs, and other expenses.

What Compensation Am I Eligible for?

If you have lost a loved one due to another party's negligence, we can help you seek compensation through a wrongful death claim. If your loved one remained alive for a period of time after the accident but later passed away, you may be eligible for additional compensation through a survival action. At Leopold & Associates, we can help you determine your options for seeking compensation after losing a loved one in an accident.

Contact Us

To schedule a free initial consultation in our Chicago law office, please contact an attorney online or call 312-781-6212.