Wrongful Death Lawyer
The loss of a loved one is devastating, especially if the death was caused by another's person's negligent or reckless behavior.
A wrongful death lawyer can help you recover compensation for financial and emotional losses by filing a wrongful death claim.
At Quick Law Group, PLLC, in Bellevue, WA, our lawyers can help you hold the responsible party accountable to ease your financial burden.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Washington?
If your loved one suffered a premature death due to another person or party's negligence, you may be wondering if you have the legal right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. We always encourage people in this situation to reach out to our law firm to discuss your case with our lawyers.
In Washington, the following people are eligible to file wrongful death claims on behalf of the deceased:
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2018
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2019
My wife had PTSD after a really bad crash. She hated dealing with anything related to her crash because it added onto her anxiety. Another attorney she had spoken to said she would have to do this or that, thus leading to more anxiety, whereas Matt Quick took care of everything, thus putting her at ease. It was also very important for my wife to hire someone whom is honest and fair, while looking out for his or her client's best interest. She didn't want to hire the next attorney who plans on milking the insurance company. She wanted someone honest. Matt was just that guy. He was also very thorough and communicated everything very well. It was such a relief for my wife to have someone she could trust handle everything for her.
Meet Our Wrongful Death Attorneys
Elizabeth Quick has been practicing personal injury law since 1999. She has trained at the Trial Lawyers College, an exclusive, invite-only, institution. She is currently on the board of governors for the Washington State Association for Justice. She, along with Matthew Quick and Brad Fulton, are committed to providing clients with personal, hands-on service.
Our attorneys are accustomed to court, prepared to go to court, and not afraid to take a wrongful death case to trial. This helps us obtain full, not partial, justice for our clients; when appropriate, our attorneys will also seek punitive damages.
Schedule a Free Consultation
Initial case reviews with our Bellevue wrongful death attorneys are completely free. You can request your free consultation online or give our law firm a call at:
(425) 576-8150
The Most Common Causes of Unintentional Death
Causes of Wrongful Death
The statistics listed in the section below were reported in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Washington State 2018 Traffic Safety Annual Report. The following causes of wrongful death don't constitute a complete list of accidents that can lead to these tragic events. These are some of the most common causes of wrongful death that our attorneys have seen at our Bellevue practice.
Car Accidents
The state had 536 auto accident fatalities in 2016 and 565 auto accident fatalities in 2017. These statistics highlight the dangers of car accidents. Sadly, in many cases, car accidents are caused by distracted driving, speeding, driving under the influence, and other reckless behaviors that can result in the wrongful death of a loved one.
Truck Accidents
The state had 52 accident fatalities involving heavy trucks in 2016 and 83 accident fatalities involving heavy trucks in 2017. Potential causes of commercial truck accidents include driver fatigue, driving under the influence, poor driver training, improper truck maintenance, and a range of other factors. Our wrongful death attorneys in Bellevue will investigate the circumstances of each case to determine if the truck driver or company acted negligently and contributed to your family member's premature death.
Motorcycle Accidents
Washington had 81 motorcycle accident fatalities in 2016 and 77 motorcycle accident fatalities in 2017. Motorcycle accidents may be caused by poor road conditions, road obstructions, sudden stops, improper turns, and defective products. Liability for these accidents may fall on the local jurisdiction, other drivers, or the manufacturers of defective products. Our Bellevue attorneys will investigate.
Pedestrian Accidents
There were 88 pedestrian accident fatalities in the state in 2016 and 109 pedestrian accident fatalities in 2017. Pedestrians always have the right of way, so these cases can seem pretty clear cut. However, it is always helpful to have a wrongful death lawyer that can investigate all of the circumstances of the case. If the driver of the vehicle was speeding, distracted, or otherwise acting negligently, you may have a strong wrongful death case.
Construction Accidents
Construction sites can be dangerous, particularly when construction companies fail to comply with OSHA safety standards. Falls from cranes, ladders, scaffolding, and other heights can result in death. Crush injuries due to the use of heavy equipment, electrocutions, exposure to toxic materials, and other accidents can result in premature death. Our wrongful death attorneys will determine if a construction company, third-party contractor, or another person was liable for the accident.
Wrongful Death Statutes of Limitations in Washington
The Importance of Filing Quickly
We recommend getting in touch with our wrongful death lawyers soon so we can begin investigating your wrongful death claim as early as possible. It can be more difficult to find and establish strong evidence months or years after the event occurred. Witness memories may fade, documents may be harder to access, and evidence may be lost.
Technicalities that Affect Time Limits
There are some technicalities that may extend or limit the statutes of limitations. If the negligence that caused the death wasn't discovered until a later date, the time limit may be extended based on the discovery rule. On the other hand, if a previous personal injury results in death years later, the statute of limitations may have run out. Talk to our wrongful death lawyers about the circumstances of your case so we can advise you on how to proceed.
Damages in Wrongful Death Cases
Loved ones can seek economic and non-economic damages, including punitive damages, in wrongful death cases. Our wrongful death lawyers in Bellevue will seek full compensation for:
Medical expenses
Funeral and burial costs
Loss of income due to the family member's death
Loss of support
Loss of consortium
Loss of services
Pain and suffering
Loss of prospective inheritances
Property damage
Another Satisfied Client
"I truly cannot say enough good things about Matt and Liz Quick. They’re absolutely wonderful people, caring and attentive. Our case was handled in as timely a manner as possible and received incredible results. Our case settled out of court and my wife and I can honestly say that we ended up with two new friends. Would recommend the Quick Law Firm every day of the week! Thank you Matt and Liz." Bradford P.
