In Illinois, when someone dies prematurely due to the negligence or intentional act of another person or entity, that’s referred to as a “wrongful death” and can lead to a lawsuit by the survivors for damages.
Why is it important to have an experienced wrongful death lawyer on my side?
With any type of personal injury case, the insurance company’s goal is to get you to accept the lowest possible amount of money for your damages. That’s what insurance defense lawyers are paid to do.
You want an experienced wrongful death attorney, someone who represents only injury victims and never insurance companies, to fight for your maximum recovery. You may be entitled to a significant financial recovery but the insurance company doesn’t care. They will always pay as little as they can. When someone is self-represented, insurance companies will “low ball” you and try to convince you that it is the best that you can hope for. You want someone who is skilled and can uncover all the facts, and can explain to the insurance company the damages that these plaintiffs have suffered as a result. And to go the distance for you if the insurance company refuses to make a reasonable offer.