Wrongful Death Claims

Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia

Losing a loved one to wrongful death is an infuriating tragedy. In these cases, negligence results in death. The death could have been avoided had someone acted responsibly.

If you are an immediate relative of the deceased, you will have to deal with both the emotional and financial ramifications of your loss. When a contributing family member's income, support, love and guidance is taken away from you, you are forced to deal with medical and funeral expenses while living with the knowledge that someone carelessly caused the death of your loved one.

In Washington, DC, the attorneys at The Cochran Firm have the extensive wrongful death experience necessary to hold people accountable for their negligent behavior.

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Causes of Wrongful Death

Wrongful death refers broadly to cases in which death results from negligence or recklessness. In most states, a spouse, children or parents of the deceased are eligible to file a wrongful death claim.

Wrongful death can occur in many different situations, including:

You trust that other people will act responsibly and with care when your family members leave the house every day. You assume that the products and appliances in your home are not designed or installed in a way that can harm you. Unfortunately, individuals, corporations and product manufacturers are all capable of causing death when they fail to take proper care.

Family members affected by wrongful death can face serious damages, including:

Loss of financial support
Loss of companionship
Lost instruction and guidance
Expenses for medical care and funeral costs
Emotional pain and suffering

You should not have to suffer these consequences while the person responsible for the death pays nothing.

Holding Wrongdoers Responsible

No amount of money can fully compensate what you experience after a wrongful death. At The Cochran Firm DC, attorneys take the most serious wrongful death claims to court, seeking not only compensation but reform. Oftentimes, wrongful death can occur because of faulty practices, inadequate training, or improper hiring practices. The attorneys at The Cochran Firm want you to be compensated for your loss, and we also want professionals, industries, corporations and individuals to practice proper care.

Wrongful death statutes differ greatly from state to state. Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia each have unique wrongful death laws. Statutes of limitations vary, and in DC you only have one year from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim.

At The Cochran Firm DC, the attorneys have litigated numerous wrongful death cases and have an expert understanding of the statutes in DC, Maryland and Virginia. We have the expertise and experience to hold responsible those who caused the death of your loved one.

If you have lost a loved one because of someone else's negligence, please contact the experienced Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland wrongful death lawyers at Cochran Firm DC to schedule a no-cost consultation.