Wrongful Death
In Illinois, the law allows the beneficiaries of a person killed due to the negligence of another to recover for their tremendous loss.
For example, deaths caused by drunk driving, the manufacture of defective or dangerous products, the construction of an unsound structure or building, or failing to diagnose a fatal disease, may trigger wrongful death claims. In certain situations, brothers and sisters or parents may be able to recover for a loved one. The lawyers at Meyer and Blumenshine have handled many cases in Chicago, Illinois and other areas of the state involving the wrongful death of a child who did not survive the labor and delivery process. Often times, when the death of a minor occurs, there are little or no economic damages. However, our attorneys are experienced in putting together the most convincing evidence of non-economic damages.
The types of damages recoverable in a wrongful death lawsuit in the greater Chicago area or elsewhere in Illinois will vary depending on the jurisdiction. Below are some examples of types of damages that may be recoverable:
For example, deaths caused by drunk driving, the manufacture of defective or dangerous products, the construction of an unsound structure or building, or failing to diagnose a fatal disease, may trigger wrongful death claims. In certain situations, brothers and sisters or parents may be able to recover for a loved one. The lawyers at Meyer and Blumenshine have handled many cases in Chicago, Illinois and other areas of the state involving the wrongful death of a child who did not survive the labor and delivery process. Often times, when the death of a minor occurs, there are little or no economic damages. However, our attorneys are experienced in putting together the most convincing evidence of non-economic damages.
The types of damages recoverable in a wrongful death lawsuit in the greater Chicago area or elsewhere in Illinois will vary depending on the jurisdiction. Below are some examples of types of damages that may be recoverable:
- Loss of income, wages and earnings
- Loss of benefits including health insurance and retirement funds
- Medical expenses
- Funeral cost
- Pain, suffering or mental anguish suffered by the deceased
- Loss of companionship, care or protection provided by the deceased
- Punitive damages as punishment and prevention from harming others
It is important that a decedent's entire family participate in the case and demonstrate to a jury that the decedent's family wad close-knit and loving because the jury will base its decision on the value of the loss suffered by the survivors.
If you live in Illinois, or the death occurred in Illinois, as a result of a wrongful act or negligence of another, you may be eligible to receive compensation under the law. Call us at 312/263-1000 or contact us online for a FREE consultation.