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If you’re ready to take the first step to get justice for your loved one, contact our Englewood wrongful death attorneys for your free and confidential consultation. We invite you to learn about the laws and your rights surrounding your circumstances and how you may qualify to receive compensation.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed after losing a family member but want to take legal action, we are here to help. Call or message us to begin with a wrongful death attorney today. Ask how we can take your case with no fee unless you win.

WHAT IS A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM?

A wrongful death claim is a civil claim based on a personal injury accident that results in death. It can be because of a person who negligently causes an accident or can be based on intentional conduct. The purpose of the lawsuit is to claim monetary compensation for the victim’s surviving relatives or beneficiaries. It also serves as a measure of justice for the person who lost their life because of the conduct of another person. A wrongful death claim may result in a monetary payment for financial losses, lost income and emotional anguish.

WHAT DO I HAVE TO PROVE TO WIN A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN ENGLEWOOD?

To win a wrongful death claim in Englewood, you must prove all of the following elements:

1. Duty of care – The party that caused the accident had a duty of care towards the victim
2. Breach of the duty of care – The same party didn’t act with sufficient care. They were negligent or showed a reckless indifference to others
3. The breach caused harm – Because of the way that the defendant acted, an accident resulted
4. A death occurred – As a result of the accident, a death occurred

The amount of damages – The victim’s family that brings the claim must prove the amount of their damages and the value of the claim

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM BASED ON NEGLIGENCE

Many wrongful death cases result from accidents. The defendant may not purposefully intend for an accident to happen or for a death to occur. However, their negligent actions lead to an accident. That can be grounds to sustain a legal claim. A family member or beneficiary may sustain a full wrongful death claim based on negligence alone. They don’t need to prove intentional conduct.

WHO CAN BRING A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO?

In Englewood, any of the following parties may bring a wrongful death claim:

• Spouse of the decedent
• Surviving children
• Legal parents
• The estate beneficiary

Under Colorado law, there can only be one wrongful death claim per deceased person, and it only takes one eligible party to bring the wrongful death claim. Others with eligibility can choose to formally join or not join the wrongful death claim. Regardless of whether others who qualify choose to officially join the claim or not, the person or persons who do bring the formal wrongful death claim must recover damages for ALL of those who were eligible. This includes those who decided not to participate formally.

When any compensation is recovered on the wrongful death claim, Colorado law requires that the funds be split or shared among only the eligible family members who had a right to bring or participate in the wrongful death claim. Our Englewood wrongful death attorneys can help you understand if you qualify to bring a case.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO BRING A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM IN ENGLEWOOD?

There is a statute of limitations to bring a wrongful death claim. In Englewood, the time limit to file a wrongful death claim is two years. However, the limit is only one year to claim medical expenses that occurred at the date of the injury until death. Colorado Revised Statutes 13-80-102 imposes a two-year deadline in Englewood and throughout Colorado for a wrongful death claim with a shorter time limit to claim medical bills.

WHY CHOOSE THE BACHUS & SCHANKER ENGLEWOOD WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEYS

The Bachus & Schanker, LLC, law firm is a legal team devoted strictly to helping victims. We handle personal injury cases, including wrongful death claims, with compassion and aggressive legal representation. Together, our team has helped thousands of victims recover millions of dollars.

Whatever your circumstances, we care about you and your family. It’s our job to investigate, explore and help you understand your legal options. Then, we fight on behalf of your loved one until you have the compensation you and your family deserve.

Each team member is carefully selected for their commitment to justice and their ability to advocate for suffering victims. Let us be your advocates and guides during this difficult time. We know nothing can bring your loved one back, but we can ensure that you and your family get the financial relief you need now.

HELPFUL RESOURCES AFTER THE SUDDEN LOSS OF A LOVED ONE

We know losing your loved one is a devastating and confusing time for you and your family. However, you are not alone. There are several resources and support groups that can help you through the grieving process. Here are some you can refer to right away:

• How to Cope with Grief
• The Truth about Grief and Loss – Guide to the Grieving Process
• Grief: Loss of a Loved One

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