Wrongful Deaths in Las Vegas
Wrongful Death Attorney in Las Vegas
Your entire world can be turned upside-down with the death of a loved one. The grieving process can be that much more difficult when the death was caused by the negligence or willful act of someone else and has caused you and your family emotional trauma and financial harm. In tragic cases like these, you may be able to take advantage of the law in Nevada and sue the at-fault party for wrongful death. The law provides a means for you to hold the responsible parties accountable for their misconduct and receive damages for your losses.
Reach out to Valiente Mott today to see how we can help you get compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one in Las Vegas.
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What Qualifies As a Wrongful Death Case?
You might be eligible to file a wrongful death case if the deceased person would have been eligible to file a personal injury claim had he or she survived. In other words, the victim must have been injured as a result of the negligence of another person or entity. Here are some common causes of Las Vegas wrongful death cases:
- Medical malpractice
- Premises liability such as slip and fall accidents
- Car, truck, bus, motorcycle, taxi, bicycle, and pedestrian crashes
- Products liability
- Workplace accidents
- Nursing home abuse and neglect
Types of Damages You May Pursue
There are three different types of damages that you may pursue in a wrongful death claim: economic damages, non-economic damages, and punitive damages.
Some common examples of economic damages include:
- All medical bills related to the deceased’s injuries prior to their death
- Lost past, present, and future wages of the deceased
- Transportation via helicopter or ambulance to the emergency room
- Assistive devices
- Funeral and burial expenses
Non-economic damages, on the other hand, would include the following:
- Physical and emotional pain and suffering of the deceased victim
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Punitive damages in Nevada are generally reserved for claims featuring particularly egregious behavior by the defendant. For example, driving 66 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone and causing a fatal accident likely would not give rise to punitive damages. However, driving 120 miles per hour in that same zone might.
How Long Do I Have to File?
If you and your family have recently lost a loved one in what may have been a wrongful death accident, our local Vegas injury attorneys at Valiente Mott fully understand that your entire family may be reeling emotionally and financially. Keep in mind, though, that the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in Nevada is two years. This means that, although there are some exceptions, you typically have two years from the date your loved one died in which to file your claim, or you risk losing all legal rights to financial recovery for this claim.
Our team of Las Vegas wrongful death attorneys can help make sure that every legal deadline is met and build the strongest case possible on your behalf. Just reach out today for a free consultation to see what we can do for you and your family during this challenging time.
How Valiente Mott Helps Wrongful Death Claim Clients
If you have lost a loved one due to a wrongful death, it’s important that you consult with an experienced attorney as soon as possible.
Valiente Mott can investigate your claim, communicate with the insurance company on your behalf, and negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company, if possible. If the true value of your claim exceeds insurance policy limits or the insurer is unwilling to make a fair deal, we are ready and able to take your case to court and sue the at-fault party and the insurer directly.
We have open communication channels with our clients and take action only if it’s in your best interests. We will never be satisfied until we get you the full compensation amount that your family deserves.
The sooner we come on board, the better, as much of the most valuable evidence in these types of cases gradually decreases in value or disappears altogether over time – such as surveillance camera footage of a workplace accident or eyewitness testimony for a car crash where liability was disputed.
Speak With a Local Las Vegas Lawyer About Your Loved One’s Death
If you have questions about your loved one’s death and whether a lawsuit is viable, call Valiente Mott today to schedule a zero-cost case evaluation. We take pride in fighting for justice on behalf of innocent victims, and would love to help you. We do not charge our clients any fees unless we prevail in your case.