If you have lost a loved one in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence in Cicero, we can help. The wrongful death attorneys at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers provide legal representation to families of people killed because of someone else’s negligence in Cicero and throughout Illinois. Contact us to speak to a Cicero wrongful death lawyer about your possible wrongful death suit today.
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What Is a Wrongful Death?
Wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the misconduct or negligence of another party. It’s a legal concept that allows the deceased’s estate or family members to file a lawsuit against those responsible.
This type of claim seeks compensation for the survivors’ loss, including funeral expenses and the loss of income and companionship.
What is NOT Considered Wrongful Death?
Not all unexpected deaths qualify as wrongful deaths legally. For instance, fatalities resulting from natural causes, such as disease or age-related issues, do not fall under this category.
Common Types of Accidents that Cause Wrongful Death in Cicero
In the tragic circumstances of a wrongful death accident, the family of the deceased person may be entitled to seek justice. Types of wrongful death accidents may include:
Car and motorcycle crashes
Trucking accidents
Construction accidents
Slip and fall incidents
Medical malpractice
Nursing home abuse
Faulty or dangerous products
Who Can Be Held Accountable for a Wrongful Death?
Several parties can be held liable in a Cicero wrongful death case, depending on the circumstances. This includes:
individual perpetrators,
employers,
companies, or
governmental entities.
For instance, a car manufacturer could be accountable for a defective vehicle part, while a property owner might be responsible for fatal hazards that lead to a slip and fall incident.
Types of Compensation for Wrongful Death Cases
In wrongful death cases, families may receive compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, and loss of companionship.
Compensation from the Wrongful Death Act
The initial charge in a wrongful death lawsuit is termed wrongful death and is submitted under the Illinois Wrongful Death Act (740 ILCS 180/0.01, et al.). The Wrongful Death Act seeks to recover damages for:
Grief
Sorrow
Mental suffering
Survival Act Compensation
In a wrongful death claim, the second count claims damages for survivorship as stipulated in the Survival Act (755 ILCS 5/27-6). The Survival Act can seek damages for:
Pain and suffering
Loss of a normal life
Lost wages
Medical bills
Funeral expenses
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
In Illinois, the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit is primarily granted to the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. This can include family members such as the deceased’s spouse, parent, or children.
If no personal representative was named, a court may appoint one and is typically nominated by an interested party. The claim is filed for the benefit of the surviving family members and the estate, seeking compensation for the tragic loss and associated costs.
What Is My Case Worth?
Determining the value of a wrongful death lawsuit in Cicero is complex. Factors include lost wages, medical and funeral expenses, and family members’ pain and suffering, all requiring careful legal evaluation.
Contact a Cicero Wrongful Death Lawyer Today
Coping with the loss of a loved one is an unimaginable hardship, and pursuing legal action can be overwhelming.
With a proven track record in wrongful death lawsuits, The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers stands ready to advocate for your rights and seek compensation you and your family deserve.
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Our wrongful death lawyers have experienced helping grieving family file wrongful death claims. Contact us for a free consultation today with a Cicero wrongful death attorney to determine if you have a valid wrongful death claim.
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$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
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