Wrongful Death Lawyers in Herrin, IL

Wrongful death lawyers in Herrin, IL. The heartbreak and devastation of losing a loved one because of the reckless, negligent behavior of another person or company in Herrin, IL should not happen. At Burger Law, we realize the pain and shock that you and your family are going through in Herrin, IL, and we are here to do everything in our power to provide some measure of comfort. While no dollar amount can make up for losing your loved one, our Herrin, IL wrongful death attorneys can help your family deal with the financial hardships you may be experiencing, as well as provide some justice. Call us now at (314) 500-HURT or reach out to us online for a free, confidential, no-obligation case review.

We know that wrongful death claims in Herrin, IL are difficult. Negligent acts would never happen in a perfect world. But they unfortunately do, and Burger Law is here to help fight to make sure the business or person responsible for the loss of your loved one is held accountable to the fullest extent of the law. Our wrongful death lawyers will never settle for anything less than the best possible recovery in Herrin, IL for you and your family, and neither should you.

The Burger Law legal team demands the best recovery possible and fights for your rights in your Herrin, IL wrongful death lawsuit. Our knowledgeable and aggressive lawyers have successfully recovered $200 million in settlement and trial results for our clients, including a multi-year legal fight ending in a trial verdict of $113 million. We do not charge any fees unless we win your family’s claim in Herrin, IL.

Burger Law’s Successful Illinois Wrongful Death Claims

At Burger Law, we believe that results matter. We know that no dollar amount is going to ease the death of your loved in Herrin, IL. However, we are giving our all on behalf of your loved one. You deserve to know that the compensation we secure can help lessen the burden of paying for medical bills and funeral costs. Here are some of the wrongful death cases we have successfully taken on:

• Truck Accident Wrongful Death Claim – In this case, we held the business liable for the careless actions of their truck driver and were able to win a great settlement for our clients, along with handling the family’s probate matters so that their recovery was protected.
• Medical Malpractice Wrongful Death Claim – In this suit, we demonstrated that the doctor/provider did not take our client's symptoms seriously and that they also neglected to perform tests necessary to the symptoms displayed.
• Nursing Home Negligence Wrongful Death Claim – Sometimes an individual will pass away years following an accident. A complication may come about after the accident that would not have happened had the accident not happened. In this case, we made sure to hold the nursing home entirely responsible for the injuries they caused our client, and the sickness that led to her death.
• Wrongful Death due to Fentanyl – In copious amounts, this drug can be fatal. The company neglected to tell users that fentanyl patches could introduce potentially fatal levels of the drug into the bloodstream. We were able to prove that the company, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, acted negligently, and were able to settle the claim for a substantial, confidential amount.
• Car Accident Wrongful Death Claim – In this suit, we fought hard for a client and her three sons to ensure they received the care and compensation that they needed and deserved after the loss of their father when a first responder vehicle collided with their car.

Our firm has also taken on a number of opioid overdose wrongful death claims. The opioid epidemic has been ravaging the United States for years. Medical professionals frequently get financial kickbacks for prescribing opioids, and therefore prescribe the dangerous drugs more often. These businesses need to be punished to the fullest extent of the law for their actions. Here is a short video on the misrepresentation of opioids:

How Does Illinois Law Define Wrongful Death in Herrin, IL?

According to 740 Illinois Compiled Statute 180/1, a wrongful death occurs when an individual dies as a result of another’s “wrongful act, neglect or default.” A Herrin, IL wrongful death claim can be brought in any circumstance where the person could have brought a personal injury claim had he or she lived.

Under 740 ILCS 180/2, wrongful death claims must be filed within two years of the date of the individual’s death. However, if the person died as a result of “violent intentional conduct,” referenced in Molly’s Law, the claim must be brought within five years of the date of the death.

A wrongful death suit may be brought one year after a criminal case is finished if the individual who caused the wrongful death was charged with any of these crimes in relation to the death:

• First- or second-degree murder
• Intentional homicide or voluntary manslaughter of an unborn child
• Involuntary manslaughter or reckless homicide
• Involuntary manslaughter or reckless homicide of an unborn child
• Drug-induced homicide

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Herrin, IL?

A wrongful death suit can only be filed by a personal representative of the deceased, according to the Illinois Wrongful Death Act in Herrin, IL. If the decedent has a valid will that names an executor, then the executor is considered the personal representative. However, if the decedent does not have a will or their will is considered invalid, then the court chooses an administrator that is normally nominated by an interested party. The procedure of appointing this administrator is governed by the Illinois Probate Act. While a court may select any person as administrator, the Probate Act gives preference to family members and others in this order:

• Surviving spouse
• Legatees
• Children
• Grandchildren
• Parents
• Brothers and sisters
• Nearest kin

What Are My First Steps in a Wrongful Death Claim in Herrin, IL?

The first thing you need to do is, at the very least, have a conversation about the specifics of your claim with an experienced Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyer. You can do that for free right now at (314) 500-HURT or contacting us online for a no-obligation, confidential case review.

The Burger Law wrongful death lawyers in Herrin, IL recognize that the main goal of any family that loses a loved one is to seek justice. We get it. However, it is equally important to go after damages for your substantial losses – financial or otherwise – now, as you only have one chance to make the person or company who caused the wrongful death of your loved one pay for what they have done. Our skilled and aggressive lawyers stand in your corner, working with you throughout these steps of your Herrin, IL wrongful death claim:

Investigation to make your case. This is Allow your Burger Law wrongful death lawyer in Herrin, IL to handle all the administrative and other aspects of your case so you can focus on the things that matter to you. We have a completely staffed firm of legal professionals who can deal with filing the necessary paperwork, communicating with the defense and any other parties involved and any clerical jobs.

Understand the entire value of your claim. As a knowledgeable attorney who has been handling cases like yours for more than two decades, your Burger Law wrongful death attorney in Herrin, IL knows how to properly calculate the entire value of your case. Without this knowledge, it is nearly impossible to fully comprehend the monetary value of damages like loss of consortium, mental anguish and pain and suffering. Even when it comes to economic damages such as medical bills and loss of income and benefits, your aggressive wrongful death attorney will make sure that each and every dollar is accounted for and that you and your family are pursuing what your claim is truly worth in Herrin, IL. This also includes negotiating a settlement with the defense and taking your case to trial in front of a jury of your peers, if necessary. The trial and litigation knowledge of your Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyer greatly increases your chances of success in your wrongful death claim.

Offer support and guidance. {Being present and available in Herrin, IL is one of the most important your attorney can do for you. We recognize that this is an incredibly trying time. You have lost someone you love suddenly and tragically, and now you have to go through the legal process of your wrongful death suit. We are here to make things as easy as possible for you in Herrin, IL. The Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyers of Burger Law understand that sometimes what you need from us most is encouragement, a kind word or a hand to hold, and we take our responsibility of representing and counseling mourning families very seriously.

What Are Some Examples of a Wrongful Death Case in Herrin, IL?

Burger Law’s wrongful death lawyers have more than two decades of proven experience in wrongful death cases and have assisted countless family members in Herrin, IL and throughout Illinois get the compensation they deserve to alleviate the pressure and uncertainty they face in the aftermath of their sudden, substantial loss. Our Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyers have successfully taken on all kinds of claims, including:

• Car accidents in Herrin, IL are one of the most common causes of death, and can result from either driver negligence or road problems.
• Medical malpractice cases near Herrin, IL often involve misdiagnosis or the failure to properly diagnose an issue, yet can also involve surgical errors and other issues.
• Construction site and workplace accident suits near Herrin, IL involve deaths that take place at high-risk jobs, especially if safety precautions were not properly observed.
• Product defects that result in the death of a loved one frequently warrant a Herrin, IL wrongful death suit, and can deal with anything from toxic foods to dangerous toys.
• Truck accidents in Herrin, IL are distinct from car accidents in that trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, as much as 20 to 30 times more than a standard automobile, and cause death with more frequency.
• Pedestrian accident suits near Herrin, IL can involve driver negligence, but also sometimes involve problems with roads which are maintained by Herrin, IL or the nearby county.

These are only common examples of wrongful death cases near Herrin, IL. Give Burger Law a call right away at (314) 500-HURT or fill out our online contact form if you have questions about the validity of your claim. It costs nothing to speak with our top Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyers for a case review. There will be no fee unless we win your case.

How Will a Wrongful Death Lawyer Prove My Claim in Herrin, IL?

You must show that the defendant owed your loved one a duty of care, as the plaintiff in a wrongful death case, as well as proving that their negligence in that duty caused your loved one's death in Herrin, IL. In order to make sure that you and your family have a bonafide claim, and for the greatest opportunities of being successful in a wrongful death suit and recovering damages for your claim, you should speak with a knowledgeable Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyer at Burger Law based in Chicago as soon as possible. Consumer product manufacturers owe a duty to release consumer goods and products that have minimal risk to users, and dangers in using the product throughout the Herrin, IL area.

Call Burger Law now at (314) 500-HURT or reach out to us online.

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What Damages Can My Herrin, IL Wrongful Death Lawyer Help Recover?

Surviving family members can struggle to stay afloat financially, following the death of a loved one near Herrin, IL. Funeral costs and medical bills may be overwhelming and families can find it difficult to make ends meet in Herrin, IL. Failing to file a wrongful death claim in Herrin, IL, you and your family will be responsible for covering those expenses with your own money. Fortunately, a strong wrongful death suit led by an experienced Herrin, IL wrongful death attorney from Burger Law will have a good chance of recovering some of these costs as damages. Under Illinois law, you and your family can recover a variety of damages, and there are no caps on damages. Damages are classified in Herrin, IL as:

• Economic: expenses that are measurable dollar amounts, like treatment costs, medical bills, funeral expenses and loss of income and benefits
• Non-economic: other damages that are not quantified, such as pain and suffering, loss of companionship and mental anguish
• Survival: damages sustained from the accident but prior to their death, such as pain and suffering because of their fatal injuries

To collect the entire damages you and your family are entitled to, you must find a knowledgeable and skilled Herrin, IL wrongful death attorney from a firm you can trust. The Herrin, IL wrongful death attorneys of Burger Law are dedicated to fighting for you and your family and demanding the best recovery possible after your terrible loss. We will not rest until we have helped you recover any applicable damages in Herrin, IL, including damages such as:

We understand that your loved one's passing is difficult. We want to help you and your family receive the best possible recovery under Illinois law. You and your family deserve to have your concerns and needs met. We are here to help, whenever you are ready to talk. Give us a call at (314) 500-HURT or contact our Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyers based in Chicago.

Burger Law knows how devastating the sudden loss, and we realize the unknowns and fear associated with your loss. We stand by your side and fight to preserve the memory of your loved and the future of your family when you choose a Burger Law Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyer. We never settle for anything short of the best possible recovery, and neither should you. We can help you and your family get the compensation, justice, and recovery you are entitled to in Herrin, IL.

Give a Burger Law Herrin, IL wrongful death lawyer a call now at (314) 500-HURT or contact us online for a free, confidential case review. We do not charge any fees unless we win your family’s suit.