Areas of Practice/Personal Injury:
Wrongful Death
Every year more than 500 Minnesotans are killed in motor vehicle accidents. Minnesota Motor Vehicle Crash Facts 2010 at 8. Other Minnesotans are killed at work, on construction sites, and on property or premises owned by another.
The pain and shock of an unexpected death is a difficult loss. Although the family and loved ones must deal with shock and grief, important decisions must be made immediately:
- Who will make the funeral arrangements?
- Who will pay the bills and handle the finances?
- Who will make decisions and act on behalf of the Estate?
- Is another party responsible for this loss?
The first step is that the family must agree on a Trustee. A Trustee is a person -- authorized by the Court -- to make these decisions and act for the Estate.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of the wrongful act of another, there may be several layers of insurance coverage and several insurers involved in your case including:
- * Medical expenses.
- * Lost wages and lost future earning capacity.
- * Funeral expenses.
- Monetary support or income that would have been provided to the household.
- The value of the comfort, assistance, advice, protection, and companionship of
your loved one.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of the wrongful act of another -- including a motor vehicle accident -- you need experienced lawyers on your side. At Kauffman Law Firm, we have been working for injured persons and their families for over 30 years. We've helped many persons who have lost a loved one as a result of the wrongful act of another -- including motor vehicle accidents. We bring passion and preparation to provide personal service beyond expectations.
Because we understand the value of a human life, we're able to get maximum compensation for the family left behind -- not only for economic loss -- but also for the lost relationships. We can't replace the loss, but we can get the compensation the family deserves.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of the wrongful act of another, you need to concentrate on one thing -- getting on with your life. Let our experienced team handle the insurance paperwork including claim forms, reports, and requests for statements. Read more: What To Do In Case Of An Injury.
We offer a free consultation, so you have nothing to lose by contacting us first.
Tell us about the loss of your loved one so that we may answer your questions and guide you through this difficult time. For a free consultation:
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* For further discussion of these losses, see separate Area of Practice: No-Fault
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