The wrongful death case consists of four distinct stages.
In this stage, a personal representative is appointed through the probate process. This representative will act as the client in the wrongful death case. Additionally, initial documents related to the wrongful death, such as letters of representation, are sent out to providers and insurance companies.
Immediately, a notice to creditors is dispatched to limit the time frame within which creditors can submit claims. This reduces the window from two years to just four months. Simultaneously, we begin formulating effective strategies to pursue a higher settlement. 3. Negotiation: After careful consideration, we send a settlement demand to the party(s) at fault. This demand outlines the situation, the initial amount requested, and the reasoning behind that specific amount. The at-fault party(s) will then respond, and both sides will engage in negotiations to reach an agreement. If an agreement cannot be reached or if circumstances require it, we will proceed with filing a lawsuit.
Once an agreement has been reached, the final settlement amount will be transferred to the estate of the deceased. The personal representative will then conduct an inventory of all the assets belonging to the deceased, including the settlement amount. Subsequently, the assets will be distributed to the heirs of the victim. If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, we recommend taking the first step by contacting us and scheduling a complimentary meeting with one of our attorneys. Our team of wrongful death attorneys will assist you in determining if you have a viable case and guide you through the entire process with compassion, empathy, and thoroughness.
