Wrongful Death Cases
Protect Your Family ā Hire Our Reno Wrongful Death Lawyer
If you have lost a family member in a wrongful death accident you and your family may be entitled to compensation.
In Nevada, the elements of a wrongful death claim are set forth by statute as follows:
- Plaintiff is a relative of decedent ā such as a spouse or surviving child
- Defendant caused decedent's death by wrongful act or neglect
- Plaintiff may maintain an action for damages against defendant, or, if defendant is dead, against his or her personal representative
Damages in a Wrongful Death Case
Nothing can fully compensate for the loss of a family member. However, the law provides monetary damages in an attempt to remedy both the emotional and financial losses resulting from wrongful death.
In a claim, the following types of damages may be available:
- Lost companionship
- Lost monetary support
- Medical damages prior to death
- Funeral costs
- Pain and suffering
Examples of Wrongful Death Cases
A wrongful death can occur from a multitude of different incidents. Some of the most common types of wrongful death cases are a result of the following:
Why the Law Offices of Steven J. Klearman & Associates?
At the Law Offices of Steven J. Klearman & Associates, our Reno wrongful death attorney works with our clients in order to formulate a plan tailored to fit their individual needs. We know that this is a difficult time for you and your family.
It is crucial to take the immediate steps necessary to retain legal counsel after an accident causes the loss of a loved one.
We stand by your side to seek favorable results. Call us at (775) 573-0229 to speak with our team in a complimentary case evaluation today.
A Tradition of Excellence
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Our office is full of friendly, caring, extremely experienced people who will take the time to talk to you about your case when you call.
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We've handled thousands of personal injury cases with a track record of success. We regularly obtain six and seven-figure results for our clients.
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Our Reno-based founding attorney Steven J. Klearman has over 36 years of experience handling serious injury cases in northern Nevada courts.
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Fewer than one percent of Nevada attorneys are Board Certified to handle Personal Injury cases.