Wrongful death lawsuits are brought when an individual dies as a result of another party’s negligence or misconduct. Negligence is a legal term describing behavior that is careless, reckless, or demonstrates a failure to act with reasonable care. Car accidents are a leading cause of fatalities in the U.S… Driving drowsy, distracted driving, impaired driving, and reckless driving behavior cause fatal accidents every day in Iowa and across the country. Any act of carelessness, reckless behavior, illegal activity, or a failure to act as a reasonable person would in the same situation that results in death may result in a wrongful death claim against the responsible party.
Pursuing just compensation and holding negligent parties accountable for their acts can provide some sense of closure and justice in cases involving a fatal accident. Possible damages may include reimbursement for medical costs incurred because of an accident; out of pocket cost including funeral costs and other expenses made necessary by the accident; lost income from the time of an accident until a loved one’s reasonably anticipated retirement date; emotional suffering of a loved one and of family members because of loss; punitive damages under certain circumstances; and other damages depending on the circumstances of the case.
Although no amount of money can make up for the loss of a loved one, financial compensation can alleviate the financial burdens a family may face when a family member is lost due to someone’s negligence. Wrongful death attorney March Humphrey can help you and your family pursue legal action to hold negligent parties accountable, seeking maximum financial compensation for your loss. If you need to speak with an Iowa lawyer about a personal injury case involving a fatal accident, Attorney Marc Humphrey will meet with your family members and discuss your legal rights and options. After receiving candid advice about your case, you will be in a better position to determine if you wish to file a wrongful death lawsuit to pursue compensation to help your family deal with the economic losses caused by the loss of a family member. Contact Marc Humphrey for immediate assistance today at 515-331-3510.
