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What to Expect When Filing a Wrongful Death Claim
A wrongful death claim is an emotional and challenging type of civil lawsuit in Nevada. It requires a family member or claimant to successfully navigate the state’s wrongful death laws and go up against intimidating insurance companies – often while still grieving the loss of a loved one. Working with an experienced Las Vegas…
When Is a Fatal Car Accident Considered Wrongful Death?
Every year, thousands of drivers make mistakes behind the wheel that result in devastating car accidents. Unfortunately, many of these accidents are fatal. The Nevada Department of Transportation reported 284 fatal car accidents in 2019 alone. After the death of a loved one in a fatal car accident, surviving family members may be able…
What Is the Difference Between Wrongful Death Claims and Survival Actions?
Learning that a loved one has passed away in an unexpected accident, such as a car crash or violent attack by a criminal, is extremely distressing. While you search for answers, know that you may be entitled to financial compensation from the person or party at fault for causing your loved one’s death through…
Does Insurance Cover Claims Involving Wrongful Death?
Losing someone dear to you in a preventable accident can be extremely difficult to cope with – especially when someone else’s negligence or recklessness caused the accident. In Nevada, a death caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another person is the tort of “wrongful death,” and it gives surviving loved ones the…
The 4 Elements of a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Losing a loved one under any circumstances is a tragedy – but if you believe that someone should have prevented the death of your family member, it can be even more difficult to cope and grieve in peace. Bringing a Las Vegas wrongful death lawsuit can provide justice, closure and financial compensation so that…
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Nevada?
Losing a loved one is devastating, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the death. If you believe one or more parties had the power to prevent your loved one’s fatal injury or illness, however, it can be even more difficult to accept the loss and heal. Pursuing legal action through with our Las Vegas wrongful…