Loveland Wrongful Death Attorneys
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Did you lose a loved one because a third party was not being careful enough while driving, working, etc.? Are you torn with grief and frustration? One of the best ways to find a way to alleviate your anger and sorrow is to take legal action against the party that so negligently caused your loved one’s death.
Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., and our Loveland, Colorado, wrongful death lawyers would be honored to help you explore your legal rights, which may include filing a wrongful death claim. We bring more than 30 years of legal experience to each case we take, so you can be confident in our ability to move your case forward while you focus on yourself and your family.
Why Choose Our Loveland Wrongful Death Lawyers?
- We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee – if we don’t win, you don’t pay!
- We have over 30 years of experience in wrongful death cases
- We get results for our clients–millions of dollars in compensation
- We deliver personalized service, give our clients the time and attention they need, and get them maximum compensation
- We love our clients!
To arrange a free initial consultation, call (970) 644-6275 at your earliest convenience.
No Upfront Costs & No Recovery, No Fee
At Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., we accept personal injury cases like wrongful death, on a contingency fee basis; that means we don't get paid unless you do. We’re in this together! Our fee and the case costs we advance for you come out of the money we get for you and your family. No recovery, no fee. It’s that simple.
Wrongful Death FAQs
Who can file a wrongful death claim in Colorado?
The spouse or children of the deceased person are given the right to file a wrongful death claim in Colorado. If there is no surviving spouse or child of the deceased, then the parents of the deceased have the right to bring a wrongful death claim.
What needs to be proven in a wrongful death case?
To win a wrongful death case, it must be proven that the death was caused by the defendant's wrongful act, negligence, or intentional behavior. Damages resulting from the death must also be established.
What damages can be recovered in a wrongful death case?
While a wrongful death claim can help you find closure and a sense of justice, its underlying legal purpose is to get you and your family monetary compensation from the liable party and their insurers for the loss. Money can never replace a lost loved one, but it is the only measure of damages awarded by Colorado courts for wrongful death claims.
Some of the damages that you might be able to collect include:
- Grief
- Loss of the deceased’s companionship and guidance
- Impairment of the quality of life, inconvenience, pain and suffering, and emotional stress
- Income the deceased would have earned in life
- Employment benefits the deceased would have continued to earn
- Burial and funeral costs
- Reasonable value of daily care provided by the deceased to the claimants
Punitive damages might also become available in your wrongful death claim. A court can assign punitive damages to punish the defendant for egregious wrongdoing. Punitive damages are rare—they are most commonly used in cases involving intentional harm, like a murder case.
What is the statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death lawsuit?
The statute of limitations to file the claim is two years from the date the deceased passed away, which might not be the same day that they were fatally injured.
If the deceased has no spouse or children, their parents can file the claim. If there are no eligible spouses, children, or parents, then the administrator of the deceased’s estate can file a survival action for estate expenses.
Can I pursue a wrongful death claim if the deceased had pre-existing health conditions?
Yes. The key factor is whether the defendant's actions or negligence directly contributed to the death, regardless of the pre-existing conditions. Our personal injury attorneys can help assess the viability of your claim.
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