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We know that no amount of money can remove the sorrow of losing someone you treasure. However, we are a Minneapolis wrongful death law firm wanting to make sure that you have the support that you need during this difficult time. We have recovered millions of dollars for our clients in Minneapolis with wrongful death cases. Let us walk you through this process and be a listening ear as you express your desires and concerns. We will make sure your rights are protected as we aggressively pursue the people at fault.
Do you have a case? Call (763) 592-0200 to speak with our Minneapolis wrongful death attorney today.
When it comes to wrongful death, you have two legal options. The first is to press charges and pursue a criminal case. If you suspect malicious intent, choose this avenue. If the defendant is guilty, he or she may serve prison time or pay exorbitant fines.
In civil litigation, the defendant is not charged with a crime. Instead, the court determines an amount of restitution to be paid to the bereaved family. You will want to hire a Minneapolis wrongful death law firm for this legal battle. In some cases, you may be able to take both criminal and civil action.
If you want to pursue civil litigation, reach out to us at (763) 592-0200. We have 27 years of experience serving all of Minnesota, including Brooklyn Park and Plymouth.
Husband and father of young child on his way home from work. Stopped at stoplight and rear-ended. We collected $2,250,000.00 from the driver and $1 Million from the bar that served him to the point of being a .24 drunk driver. Maximum Insurance available.
Usually, the court will honor the family’s wishes. If the next-of-kin cannot agree on how the proceeds should be allocated, the court will determine the distribution. Each of the next-of-kin seeking a portion of the proceeds must present evidence of his or her pecuniary loss caused by the death.
Surviving spouse at the time of death.
Surviving children.
Decedent’s parents if there were no surviving children.
Siblings if there were no surviving children or parents.
Parents of a young, deceased child.
We have eased the financial burden of losing the person bringing in the paycheck and guaranteed safety and financial security for the life of those left behind.
Tips For Coping With the Wrongful Death of a Loved One
Give Yourself Some Time. After the sudden loss of a loved one, you may notice that your emotions are on a bit of a rollercoaster. …
Connect With Your Support System. A strong support system can go a long way in the grieving process. …
Create New Routines.
If there is no one in that class, next in line are grandparents, or their descendants if no grandparents survive. To recap, the people who would inherit from your estate if you die without a will are, in order: spouse and/or children, parents, siblings, nieces/nephews, grandparents, aunts/uncles, cousins.
We can help. The insurance company generally does not tell you what benefits are available. You need a lawyer to help you thru their maze.
If you die without a will in Minnesota, your children will receive an “intestate share” of your property. The size of each child’s share depends on how many children you have, whether or not you are married, whether your spouse is also their parent and whether your spouse has children from another relationship. Confused – don’t be, call us for help.
We have a skilled team of investigators and reconstructionists at our disposal – we will tell you what happened!
But there are some common stages that you may experience along the way.
The 7 stages of grief
Shock. Feelings of shock are unavoidable in nearly every situation, even if we feel we have had time to prepare for the loss of a loved one. …
Denial.
Anger.
Bargaining.
Depression.
Acceptance and hope.
Processing grief.