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Cicero Wrongful Death Lawyer

The death of a loved one is devastating. If the accident was caused by another’s negligence, reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Cicero for help getting the compensation you deserve.

Losing a loved one can feel like the end of the world. When they’ve suffered a fatal accident, you’re left to handle the aftermath, such as settling final medical debts, funeral expenses, and managing the property and assets they left behind.

When your loved one’s death was caused by a person’s carelessness, the pain and stress you feel is amplified. Navigating complex laws on your own can feel insurmountable. A Cicero wrongful death lawyer from Lane Brown, LLC can fight for your compensation, which allows you to focus on healing and recovery.

Eligibility to File a Wrongful Death Suit

If your family member was killed due to another person’s negligence, you’ll first need to determine who’s eligible to file the wrongful death suit. Because the deceased is unable to seek compensation, Illinois law specifies the family members who can file the claim.

A wrongful death claim must be filed by a personal representative of the deceased’s estate, which might be a close member of the family. If you’re the deceased’s spouse, adult child, or parent (if the deceased is a minor), you might be the personal representative.

Compensation for Cicero Families

Although the person responsible for your loved one’s death might already be facing a criminal lawsuit for their negligence, it’s important to file a wrongful death claim, too. You deserve compensation for your suffering, and a criminal lawsuit often doesn’t provide that.

Where criminal cases are used to punish the person for their wrongdoing, a civil lawsuit can provide you and your family compensation for your suffering. This compensation can cover economic damages, which includes the financial losses related to their death, but also includes non-economic damages.

This means that you and your family should be compensated for the emotional toll of your loss. Losing a loved one causes more than monetary pain, so it’s important to identify all of the relevant compensation categories. For example, your family might seek one or more the following damages:

Medical expenses related to the accident
Lost wages
Loss of companionship
Loss of financial and emotional support
Property damage related to the accident

Speak with a Cicero Wrongful Death Attorney

Losing a loved one is never easy, and having to fight for the compensation you deserve makes it harder to recover from the grieving process. That’s where a lawyer from Lane Brown, LLC can step in to guide your family through the lawsuit.

Having a lawyer on your side means you’ll have an experienced and knowledgeable guide for your case. We’ll be by your side at every step, including identifying the personal representative, calculating damages, and, when needed, representing your family’s interests in the courtroom.

We’ll even begin with a free case review so you know what to expect without additional financial strain. If your family needs help after a loved one’s passing, reach out to a Cicero wrongful death lawyer for a free consultation. Contact us by calling 312-332-1400 or by filling out the online form below.