Wrongful Death

We can't change the past, but we can offer clarity and closure on neglect, malpractice, and professional misconduct cases. Learn more.

How to Know Whether you have a Wrongful Death Case?

Wrongful death claims are sensitive and complex by nature. Often, unlike with personal injury claims, we cannot call directly upon the one who has been directly impacted. This is why an experienced and effective representation is critical. At McCarron Law Firm, we can offer you the information and professional representation that you can always feel confident and comfortable with. We can’t change the past, however we provide you with the best possible outcomes as the law will allow.

What is Wrongful Death?

Both wrongful death and personal injury arise when the negligent, or intentional actions of another cause someone to experience harm. Aside from this common trait, these two claims are very different from one another. Under Illinois Law, wrongful death is listed as the death of a human being as the result of a wrongful act, neglect, or default of another person. Many different circumstances can classify a situation as a wrongful death. Wrongful death can be brought against a person who is also facing criminal charges in the same event, and even if they are not found guilty of the crime, that person can still be found liable for the wrongful death action.

Some common areas in wrongful death include:

  • Nursing Home Abuse
  • Nursing Home Neglect
  • Nursing Home Wrongful Death Lawsuits
  • Medical Malpractice Cases
  • Hit & Run Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Truck Accidents
  • Car Accidents
  • Construction Accidents
  • Product Liability Cases
  • Teenage Driving Deaths

When to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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