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Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death Attorneys Brookings & Gold Beach

The loss of a loved one can be incredibly difficult to endure. In such instances, it’s natural to look for answers in regard to how the situation came to pass. Oftentimes death comes in mysterious or natural ways, with no real explanation. However, there are also instances where the death of the loved one is, in fact, the result of someone else’s wrongdoing. While there is no easy way to simply ease away your grief or undo the damage that was done, it is still necessary for any responsible individuals or entities to be held accountable for their role in what happened. Instances where there was a loss of life as a result of someone’s reckless behavior or negligence are referred to as Wrongful Death and allow for the surviving loved ones of the person who passed can seek out justice in court.

Why Pursue Wrongful Death Claim in Brookings/Gold Beach

This can be incredibly intimidating or overwhelming, but there are a number of reasons why pursuing legal action can ultimately be beneficial. For starters, achieving justice for your loved one can help bring you the closure you need to begin the healing while ensuring that it is less likely for a similar situation could happen to someone else in the future. Another aspect that can be painful to acknowledge but is, unfortunately, a reality for many families is how expensive death can be. The costs involved in giving someone a proper, respectful burial are considerable. Instead of being able to grieve your loved one in peace, you are forced to figure out how to cover the costs. In many cases, the person who passed away also provided financial support to their family, and the loss of that person can leave the surviving family members in a very vulnerable position.

Even so, getting involved in a legal battle can feel like more than you’re able to handle. Under such circumstances, the support of a skilled Wrongful Death attorney is invaluable. Working with an experienced legal team ensures that you can trust experts to handle all the technical aspects of your case and represent your loved one in court while you are given the time and space necessary to mourn your loss.

Various types of personal injuries can result in a wrongful death:

  • Auto Accidents :: Significant injuries that lead to death, or immediate death that is caused by a vehicle collision
  • Medical Malpractice :: Disability or disorder that leads to death, or immediate death that’s triggered by medical mistake or neglect
  • Premises Liability :: Significant injuries that result in death, or immediate death that happens on public or private properties due to a dangerous condition on the premises
  • Product Liability :: Faulty or harmful products that, when made use of, lead to death, or serious injuries ending in death

For more than 40 years the injury lawyers at Shlesinger & deVilleneuve have defended the rights of people living in Oregon. Having obtained a combined total of more than $100 million in judgments or settlements, our record stands alone.

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With cases such as these, our absolute priority is ensuring that our clients feel supported. Whether that means providing clients with the time and space they need to process their grief or making ourselves regularly available to answer your questions and provide you with regular updates, we’re here to respect whatever your needs might be. We also want to do our part to lessen the financial burdens you might be facing during this difficult period. That’s why we use contingency fees with all our personal injury cases, meaning that we don’t charge any fees at all unless we are successful at getting you compensation. If you’re ready to reach out, give us a call to schedule your complimentary evaluation with Shlesinger & deVillenueve today.

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