Wrongful deaths are tragic, and when you’re a family member or friend of the victim, it’s hard to know what to do. The first thing you need to understand is that there are many rights available to families of those who have died from wrongful death.
You can get compensation for your loss through a lawsuit against the entity behind your loved one’s death. However, these cases can be complicated and require careful preparation if you want your case to be successful. Here are five mistakes that people make when filing their wrongful-death claims:
Don’t Delay
As soon as you are aware of a loved one’s death, you should contact an attorney. Don’t wait for the police to do their investigation or for your family members to arrive from out of state before you speak with an attorney.
Do not delay getting an autopsy done on your loved one who has died unexpectedly without having seen a doctor beforehand; it could turn out very important information about what caused their death, which would be useful when filing suit!
Don’t Get Emotions in the Way
You may be angry, sad and devastated. You may feel like you want to lash out at someone or something. But don’t let your emotions get in the way of making good decisions for yourself and your family.
Don’t let your emotions cloud your judgment: If you have an attorney who is advising you to do something that seems contrary to common sense, then it might be time to fire that attorney and find another one who will listen carefully before recommending action.
Don’t Lie about Medical Conditions or Other Important Facts
You should never lie about important facts in your Nevada wrongful death case. Lying can hurt your case and make it much more difficult to win. For example, if you are claiming that the person who died was disabled or had a medical condition that made them unable to take care of themselves, but they didn’t have this disability and/or medical condition at all–then it will be obvious that you lied about it later on when they submit records showing otherwise.
In addition, if the other party finds out that you lied about something significant like this (for example: a doctor’s note), then they may try to use this as evidence against you during trial or settlement negotiations. Hence, it is best to play with what’s available, rather than distorting facts.
Avoid Blaming Others for Your Failing
You may be tempted to blame the victim for your own mistakes or blame other people for your own mistakes. This is a huge mistake and should be avoided at all costs.
Avoiding this kind of thinking will help you keep an objective view of what happened, which is important if you want to achieve justice in your case.
Don’t Hire an Inexperienced Attorney
You may have heard that inexperienced lawyers are best for wrongful death cases, but this is not always true. While they can make mistakes and cost you money, experienced attorneys can help you get the most money possible out of your case. They will also be able to avoid delays in your trial and hiring a lawyer who isn’t qualified to handle your case.
Conclusion
In conclusion, we hope that this article has helped you avoid some common mistakes in your Nevada wrongful death case. If you’ve been affected by the death of a loved one and need legal advice, please contact us today. We will review your case free of charge and give you an honest assessment of what options are available to you.
The Bourassa Law Group has extensive experience in dealing with wrongful death cases in Nevada. Don’t wait—seek legal help today! So, call us at (800)870-8910 for a free consultation to learn about our legal services, and let us help you get the compensation you deserve.
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