Losing a loved one is devastating, no matter what the circumstances are. It leaves a hole in your life that no amount of money or apology can fill. When that loss happens because of someone else’s negligence, the pain can feel even heavier because you know your loved one should still be here with you. In these situations, it’s important to know that you might have legal recourse against the person responsible.
Money does not erase grief, but you shouldn’t have to carry the financial burdens of this loss on your own. Let us help you get what you’re entitled to so you can focus on moving forward without even more stress. Our Boulder City wrongful death lawyers stand up for your family’s rights and help hold the responsible party accountable.
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Wrongful Death Attorney in Boulder City
Why Hire Valiente Mott After Losing a Loved One in Boulder City?
Losing a loved one is never easy, and dealing with life without them is overwhelming. It’s not fair for you to have to handle financial stress because of their loss when it was caused by another person’s negligence. That’s where we come in. Here’s why you should choose us to handle your wrongful death claim in Boulder City:
- Our legal team has more than 40 years of combined legal experience, so we’ve pretty much seen it all. We know how to build a strong wrongful death claim so you get what you’re entitled to.
- We’ve recovered tens of millions of dollars for our clients over the years to help them get back on the road to recovery.
- Our law firm works on a contingency fee basis, which means if we don’t recover any money for you, you don’t pay us a cent.
- Before helping victims, we defended major insurance companies and corporations at one of Nevada’s top defense firms. Now, that knowledge is used to protect the rights of those harmed, keeping our clients from being pushed around or trapped by insurance tactics.
Experienced Boulder City wrongful death lawyers who know the other side’s strategies can help you avoid common mistakes and lead to a successful wrongful death lawsuit. Contact us to schedule your free consultation.
How a Boulder City Wrongful Death Lawyer Can Assist You After Losing a Loved One
When someone close to you dies because of another person’s negligence the pain is not just emotional. It often brings confusion about what steps to take next and what rights you have. A Boulder City wrongful death lawyer is there to guide families through these difficult moments and to help hold the responsible parties accountable. Here’s how a wrongful death lawyer can help after you’ve lost a loved one:
- Explain Your Legal Rights: These lawyers will talk you through the laws that apply in Nevada and let you know if you have a valid wrongful death case.
- Investigate what happened: Your lawyer will collect facts, witness statements, records, and other important information that can prove the other party’s responsibility.
- Handle Paperwork and Deadlines: Wrongful death claims involve many forms, rules, and deadlines. A lawyer can help prevent mistakes that might weaken your case or delay progress.
- Provide Guidance on Damages: Lawyers will help you seek financial help for things like funeral costs, lost income, and other losses you suffered because of your loved one’s death.
Losing someone because of another’s actions is deeply painful. Having a lawyer on your side eases some of the burden and lets you focus on healing with your family.
Common Scenarios That Lead to Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Wrongful death lawsuits happen when someone dies because of another person’s negligence or intentional actions. Some of the common situations that lead to these lawsuits include:
- Car Accidents: Fatal crashes caused by distracted, reckless, or drunk driving often lead to wrongful death claims.
- Medical Malpractice: Patients lose their lives when medical professionals make avoidable mistakes, such as wrong diagnoses, surgical errors, or giving the wrong medication, which can lead to a wrongful death lawsuit by their surviving family members.
- Workplace Accidents: People sometimes suffer fatal injuries due to unsafe conditions, lack of training, or broken equipment, especially in construction, manufacturing, and industrial jobs.
- Defective Products: Companies may be liable if a dangerous product, such as a malfunctioning toy, medication, or auto part, causes someone’s death.
- Criminal Acts: Wrongful death lawsuits can also follow violent acts, like assault or homicide. Families can file suit even if there is a separate criminal case (or if no criminal investigation is done at all).
- Slip and Fall Accidents: Sometimes, deadly falls happen in public or private spaces where owners ignored hazards they should have fixed – like broken stairs or wet floors.
Families who file wrongful death suits are trying to hold responsible parties accountable and reach financial stability after a tough loss.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Nevada?
In Nevada, not everyone affected by a loss can file a wrongful death lawsuit. The law gives the right first to the surviving spouse or anyone who legally registered as a domestic partner. If there is no spouse or partner, the children of the deceased may file the lawsuit. If there is no spouse or children, the parents of the deceased have the right.
If none of these family members are alive or available, a personal representative of the estate is next in line to file suit. This person acts for the estate and any heirs the deceased may have.
If you find yourself unsure about where you fit, speaking to a local Boulder City personal injury attorney who knows the rules in Boulder City should be your first step.
Statute of Limitations for Nevada Wrongful Death Lawsuits
The statute of limitations is the legal deadline by which you must file a lawsuit. For wrongful death cases in Nevada, you usually have two years from the date of the person’s death to take legal action.
4. Within 2 years:
(e) Except as otherwise provided in NRS 11.215 or 11.217, an action to recover damages for injuries to a person or for the death of a person caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another. The provisions of this paragraph relating to an action to recover damages for injuries to a person apply only to causes of action which accrue after March 20, 1951.
Once that time passes, the court will most likely not let you file a wrongful death lawsuit at all. There are some limited exceptions to this deadline – some that extend the deadline and some that make it shorter.
Ultimately, the best thing you can do is reach out to a lawyer right away to make sure you don’t miss your chance to file – you don’t want your case shut down because of a technicality.
Call Valiente Mott to Schedule a Free Consultation With One of Our Boulder City Wrongful Death Lawyers
It takes courage to seek help after losing someone close. This isn’t just about money – it’s about holding the wrongful party accountable and making sure you have support during this challenging time. Legal action can’t give you back your loved one, but it can help prevent financial stress from taking a further toll on your family. If you find yourself struggling with what to do next, a Boulder City wrongful death lawyer from our firm can help you every step of the way.
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