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Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be difficult especially when your family member’s death was caused by someone’s negligence or wrongdoing. In these situation, you may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit to hold the negligent party accountable and recover financial compensation. At the Law Office of Adrian Murati, our Rockford personal injury firm represents family members who have lost loved ones due to negligence. As a wrongful death attorney, my goal is to get my clients the closure they deserve and the financial compensation they are entitled to.
If you recently lost a family member due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another party, then you can call me at (815) 289-3209 to discuss your legal options.
Wrongful death lawsuits in Illinois are governed by the Wrongful Death Act (740 ILCS 180). Basically, a wrongful death occurs when an individual is killed due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another party. The following are some examples of situations in which wrongful death can occur:
While no amount of money can ever compensate for the tragic loss of a loved one, bringing the responsible parties to justice and being financially secure for the future can bring a sense of closure to family members. The following can be recovered in a wrongful death lawsuit:
Wrongful death lawsuits in Illinois must be commenced within two years after the death of your loved one. A minor has two years after reaching 18 years of age to file a wrongful death action. 740 ILCS 180/2.