If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, please accept our condolences. At Matlin Injury Law, our Colorado Springs wrongful death lawyers understand the grief, anger, and chaos that come with an unexpected death and are prepared to help you and your family move forward.
As a family member, you may be able to seek a settlement or verdict for those left behind. Our personal injury lawyers in Colorado Springs can help you determine if the cause of the fatal injury allows for such a claim. Contact our office and get answers to your questions during your free case evaluation.
For a free legal consultation with a wrongful death lawyer serving Colorado Springs, call 303-777-1000
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Compensation for the Wrongful Death of Your Loved One
When you lose a family member, it is a painful reality that not only do you lose their love and companionship, but you also lose their financial and emotional support. However, Colorado law states that survivors may be compensated for their losses from a wrongful death. Such damages can include:
- Medical costs your loved one incurred due to the incident prior to death, such as hospital stay, ambulance, or surgery
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of income and future earnings
- Loss of benefits, such as insurance or retirement accounts
- Loss of inheritance
- Loss of services your loved one provided, such as home maintenance, transportation, cleaning, or childcare
- Loss of guidance and instruction
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of consortium
- Pain and suffering experienced by your loved one prior to passing
Who May Pursue Compensation for a Wrongful Death in Colorado Springs?
Colorado is specific in ruling who may pursue compensation for wrongful death and when a claim may be made. It’s complicated. Speak with our Colorado Springs wrongful death attorneys at Matlin Injury Law for clarity on how this important point of law may pertain to you and your family.
Depending on the specifics of your case, the decedent’s spouse, children, or designated beneficiary may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Generally, you are given two years to file a wrongful death claim after your loved one’s demise, per Colo. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 13-80-108. How this time frame may apply to your case is a question best answered by an attorney experienced in the laws of Colorado.
How Wrongful Death Attorneys Can Help You Pursue Justice
Whether your loved one died as the result of an intentional act, such as assault, or an act of negligence, such as a loose railing on a staircase, you have the right to pursue a full and fair compensation settlement with an insurance company or a compensation verdict through the courts.
Our wrongful death attorneys in Colorado Springs assist you by:
- Investigating the incident to determine fault and liability
- Helping you understand what your rights are based on the facts of the case
- Identifying all of your losses and associated costs
- Filing a claim or lawsuit for full and fair compensation
- Representing you and your family’s interests throughout the process
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Fatal accidents often occur because of another party’s negligence. If you lost someone you love in any of the following types of accidents, our law firm can help you file a wrongful death claim against the liable party:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Hit and run accidents
- Uninsured motorist car accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bike accidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Other types of personal injury incidents
Even if you do not see your loved one’s accident type here, give us a call. Our team is prepared to offer legal advice and determine the next steps in your wrongful death claim during a free initial consultation.
How Matlin Injury Law Will Benefit Your Colorado Springs Case for Financial Compensation
No amount of compensation will make up for the permanent loss you have suffered, but recovering compensation will help ease any financial stress and allow your family to find a way forward.
Toward that end, our mission is to get you more money, faster, and we are committed to providing the attention to detail and personal service you deserve.
Our clients’ testimonies speak to our integrity and work ethic:
- “Brian Matlin and his Team were so wonderful to work with. Brian and Jessica answered all our questions, from the initial consultation, during each phase and finally at close. The Matlin team made sure we were informed and comfortable at every step, kept everything moving and truly worked to get the best settlement for my son. I highly recommend Matlin Injury Law.” —J.B.
- “Brian Matlin and his team were absolutely great to work with. From the first call through all the medical care, negotiations, settlement and disbursement they showed experience, compassion and perseverance in taking care of me. Thank you Brian Matlin and Jessica!” —R.
- “I highly recommend Brian Matlin!! Brian and his team fought tirelessly for my case, they were there if I had any questions regarding my case and made sure that I received a proper settlement. Thank you guys so very much!!!” —M.P.
The professionalism we bring to each case is reflected in the accolades our team has received:
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- NAOPIA Nation’s Premier Top Ten Attorney
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
- Legal Directorate Best of Parker
- Better Business Bureau Rating A+
Call Our Colorado Springs Wrongful Death Law Firm Today For a Free Consult
Founding Attorney Brian Matlin, Attorney Shannon VanMatre, and the entire staff of our law firm work hard for you. We’re here to answer questions, offer our best legal advice, and provide honest and reliable service to you and your family.
We offer free case consultations and work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning we wait to collect our fees until we win a compensation settlement or verdict for you. We want to remove any financial barriers to you receiving the legal representation you deserve. Schedule your free evaluation today. We’re here for you.
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