Losing a loved one is never easy, but it can be especially hard when you know their death could have been prevented. If someone close to you passed away because of another party's actions or negligence, you may have a wrongful death case. To better understand wrongful death from a legal standpoint, below are three things to do if you think you may have a claim.

3 Things To Do If You Suspect You Have A Wrongful Death Case

1. Talk To An Injury Attorney

An injury attorney will ask you some important questions that can help you determine if you have a viable legal case. They will ask about the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s death, who you feel is responsible, and if you are seeking financial compensation. An injury attorney knows the intricacies and complexities of wrongful death cases and can help you design a plan of action.

2. Cooperate & Work Closely With Your Attorney

If your injury lawyer thinks you have a case, and you hire them to represent you, it's time to get to work. Your attorney will conduct their own investigation into the events surrounding the wrongful death of your loved one. You may be asked to supply crucial pieces of information, such as documentation, exact timelines of events, and contact information for involved parties, just to name a few.

3. Seek Settlement First

Working in conjunction with your injury lawyer, you will mount a compelling legal case against those you deem liable for your loved one's death. Seeking an out-of-court settlement is often the preferred first line of attack, since most people being sued would rather avoid a stressful and costly trial. Your attorney will speak and negotiate on your behalf with the aim of getting you the highest settlement amount possible.

Find out how an attorney will help you mount an effective case in a wrongful death claim. To schedule a consultation with an injury lawyer, contact the Law Office of Thomas L Brayton III. You can also reach them by calling (203) 591-8689 or by visiting them on Facebook and Twitter.