Expertise in Wrongful Death Claims

Jacques has experience in representing the survivors of of wrongful death victims. If a loved one has died under unusual circumstances, there is a possibility of recovering significant amounts for lost earnings, damages and more.

Examples may include:
•Pedestrians, drivers or passengers killed by commercial vehicle operators
.•Visitors to commercial locations who suffer death or criminal assault.
•Motorists killed by inattentive, distracted, negligent or drunk-drivers.
•Workers or visitors exposed over time to hazardous materials or environmental conditions.
•Accidents occurring at construction or work-sites.
•Wrongful death resulting from law-enforcement actions including police pursuits or actions taken by private security firms.

There are many implications involved in a wrongful death situations such as seeing to the well-being of minors and dependants, dealing with the estate, bringing in the right experts, and much more. Many survivors, still reeling from the loss, are not in the right mental state to manage this, since fast and aggressive action is often the best approach. For many, the best course of action is to deal with the personal loss and get professional legal counsel to represent you in negotiating the loss of future earnings, damages arising from pain and suffering, and other losses. Jacques is experienced in managing all sides of these delicate situations

Defendants in wrongful death cases, such as employers, negligent drivers, insurance companies, or even friends must be dealt with carefully since much is at stake. It is incumbent upon the plaintiff to prove that a wrongful death situation occurred through actions taken or not taken by the defendant(s). Investigations and evidence gathering must proceed quickly, or crucial details are quickly lost as time passes. Plaintiffs should be given access to all available information, but competent and experienced legal counsel is often needed in making sure that this occurs.

Jacques has experience in these areas, including finding and retaining the proper forensics consultants. These may involve medical, computer, engineering, financial, and scientific expertise. And in making sure that his clients have access to all discoveries available to the other side. Jacque's clients do not advance funds for these fees.

Jacques does not charge any up-front fees to represent you in personal injury cases such as these. Instead, Jacques represents his clients on a contingency fee basis. This means that his fee is paid as a portion of the settlement proceeds, so Jacques earns more when your settlement is higher. Or if nothing is recovered, clients do not pay for anything.

Based upon his experience in this area Jacques has great expertise in determining who is really at fault, getting expert opinions to reinforce the case, negotiating with insurance companies, and helping to find financing for medical expenses while waiting for funds from the other party (or insurance company).

But be sure to act fast! If you or a loved one are involved in a wrongful death situation and think that you may be entitled to compensation, do not delay in obtaining legal representation. Your claim should be promptly investigated and your injuries properly reported to insurance companies and other intrerested parties as soon as possible. Investigations may be compromised by any delay in obtaining legal counsel. Be careful in dealing with insurance companies who are not looking out for your interest, but are mostly concerned about minimizing payouts. Remember that in our legal system, the plaintiff (that's you!) must prove that the other party caused the problem, and critical evidence may disappear as time goes on.

Contact Jacques or a similarly experienced attorney as soon as possible.

Call Jacques at 310 203 8870 or email us for a free case evaluation.