If you have lost a loved one in an accident in Springfield, a personal injury lawyer can help. The wrongful death attorneys at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers represent the families of people killed because of someone else’s negligence in Springfield and throughout Illinois. Contact our legal team to speak with a Springfield wrongful death lawyer about your potential claim.
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What Is a Wrongful Death?
A wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the negligence or misconduct of another party. These claims are brought by the surviving family or the estate of the deceased, seeking compensation for their loss, emotional suffering, and financial hardships resulting from the untimely death.
What is NOT Considered Wrongful Death?
Not all deaths qualify for wrongful death claims. Natural causes, self-inflicted harm, or deaths from diseases where no negligence is involved typically are not grounds for these claims. Legal liability requires proof of another’s fault, which is absent in these situations.
Common Types of Accidents that Cause Wrongful Death in Springfield
In Springfield, wrongful deaths frequently result from various accidents. Tragic losses often occur due to:
Vehicular accidents
Pedestrian collisions
Medical malpractice or hospital negligence
Workplace accidents
Defective products causing a person’s death
Fires and electrical accidents
Whether it’s a car accident or medical malpractice, each case is unique and demands thorough investigation to determine the negligence that led to the loss of life.
Who Can Be Held Accountable for a Wrongful Death?
Several parties can be held accountable for wrongful death, including individuals, corporations, or government entities. The responsible parties vary by case and can include negligent drivers, medical professionals, manufacturers of harmful products, or employers who fail to ensure a safe workplace.
Types of Compensation for Wrongful Death Cases
Families in wrongful death cases may be entitled to receive damages for pre-death medical expenses, lost wages, loss of companionship, emotional distress, and punitive actions against the negligent party.
Wrongful Death Act
The initial course of action in a wrongful death lawsuit is brought under the 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
The second aspect of a wrongful death case aims to obtain compensation for survivorship through the application of 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 and other medical expenses
Funeral expenses
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
In Illinois, the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate is typically entitled to file a wrongful death suit on behalf of surviving family members. If the deceased has a legally binding will that designates an executor, then the executor assumes the role of the personal representative.
In the event that the deceased individual has not created a will or if their existing will is deemed invalid, the court will designate an administrator, typically a party with a vested interest such as a family member.
What Is My Case Worth?
The value of a wrongful death claim in Springfield varies significantly depending on specific case factors like the income of the deceased, the circumstances of the accident, and the relationship to the beneficiaries.
Contact a Springfield Wrongful Death Lawyer Today
After your devastating loss, contact our Springfield wrongful death attorneys today. At The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, we offer compassionate and dedicated legal representation to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve for the loss of your loved one.
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Get in touch with our law firm for a free initial consultation to discuss your legal options with a wrongful death attorney. Our wrongful death lawyers are experienced in this type of personal injury claim and can offer the support your need during this difficult time.
$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.
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