Cases we take
Wrongful death
When someone dies because of another person's carelessness, the family can bring a claim for what they've lost. We handle these cases gently, and carefully.
We represent families after deaths caused by car and truck crashes, unsafe property and nursing home neglect.
A wrongful death claim can cover medical and funeral costs, the income and support your family has lost, and the loss of a person's company and care. We'll explain which of these apply to you, and we keep the meetings few and the paperwork on our side of the table.
How we work with families
Grief doesn't follow a schedule, and the case shouldn't add to it. One attorney and Della handle everything, and we meet you where you're comfortable.
We find out who can bring the claim, and open the estate if one is needed
We gather the records, so you don't have to
We deal with the insurers and the other side's lawyers
We check in on your schedule, not ours
What to do now
Do what you can. We can help with the rest.
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Take the time you need
You don't have to call anyone this week. But some deadlines are short, so don't wait months.
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Keep what you're sent
Save letters from insurers, the hospital and the funeral home.
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Don't sign a release
An insurer may offer a quick payment. Talk to us before you sign anything.
Questions we hear
Who can bring a wrongful death claim?
Usually the personal representative of the estate brings it on behalf of the family. If there isn't one yet, we help set that up.
Does a criminal case change anything?
A criminal case and a family's claim are separate. One can go forward without the other, and they have different rules.
How is the money divided?
That depends on the family and the law that applies. We explain it before any settlement is accepted.
Talk it through with us
The first meeting is free, and you don't need every detail ready.
Fees and case costs are explained in a written agreement before you sign anything.