Losing someone you love is devastating, especially when someone else’s negligence caused their death. During your grief, you may be approached by an insurance company offering a fast settlement. But don’t sign anything without understanding your rights. These early offers often fall short of your family’s needs and what they deserve.
You don’t have to face this alone; let our empathetic wrongful death attorneys help you work through this difficult time.
Types of Wrongful Death Damages
You deserve compensation after your loved one passes away due to someone’s negligence. Negligence is an irresponsible or wrongful action that is against a duty or law. According to Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 411.085(4), heirs of a wrongful death victim can get compensation for the following:
Grief and Sorrow
You will be understandably upset after the passing of your relative. However, it is hard to quantify grief and sorrow. The insurance company probably won’t put much value on this loss, but we know that it is meaningful and you deserve significant compensation.
We will help you describe your grief and sorrow and explain how it has impacted your life. You might keep a journal to explain how you have been affected mentally and emotionally. This information will be used to support your claim.
Loss of Support
If your loved one helped provide for you financially, you may be entitled to compensation for their lost income and future earning potential. This could include wages, retirement benefits, and other forms of support that your family now lacks.
We collaborate with economic experts to calculate the long-term financial impact of your loss, ensuring that the insurance company doesn’t minimize or ignore this critical element of your claim.
Companionship, Society, and Comfort
Your loved one’s presence brought more than just financial support, they provided emotional strength, encouragement, and a unique connection that can never be replaced. Nevada law recognizes the value of these intangible losses.
We’ll help you present a compelling case that captures how your loved one supported you in everyday life and how their absence has left an irreplaceable void.
Consortium
If you lost a spouse, you may also be eligible for loss of consortium, the deprivation of the intimate and supportive aspects of a marital relationship. This includes affection, emotional closeness, and the deep personal understanding that only a spouse can provide.
It’s a deeply personal loss, and we handle these cases with the sensitivity and respect they deserve.
Can I Recover Compensation for My Loved One’s Suffering?
Yes. In addition to your own losses, you may also pursue compensation for what your loved one endured between the time of their injury and their passing. This may include pain, suffering, medical expenses, and more. We work tirelessly to account for every loss—yours and theirs, so your family receives the full measure of justice.
Oronoz & Ericsson Is Here to Help You Through This
You don’t have to navigate a wrongful death claim on your own. At Oronoz & Ericsson, LLC, we know how overwhelming this time can be, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our compassionate wrongful death attorneys will handle the legal process so you can focus on healing.
Call us today at (702) 878-2889 or complete our online contact form for a free, no-obligation consultation. Let’s talk about how we can help your family find closure, accountability, and the financial support you deserve.