Losing a loved one is never easy. When that loss is unexpected and caused by negligence, it can be devastating and stressful. If your family lost a loved one in an accident, Matlin Injury Law can help you get financial compensation. Our Lakewood wrongful death lawyers will handle all the details of your claim so you can focus on caring for each other.
Our Lakewood personal injury lawyers will take on the insurance company and its adjuster for you. You can pursue damages for your family with legal guidance right from the start. Learn more about your family’s rights and how hard we will fight for you. Contact our consultation team today for a free review of your wrongful death claim.
For a free legal consultation with a wrongful death lawyer serving Lakewood, call 303-777-1000
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Why Choose Our Lakewood Wrongful Death Attorneys as Your Family’s Advocate
No two families are alike, so we tailor your legal service and support to meet your family’s unique needs. When you entrust your wrongful death claim to our team, you get:
- Direct access to the attorney handling your claim.
- Access to an app to track your case with daily updates.
- Clarity about your rights and the defendant’s obligations.
- Fast responses to your calls, texts, and emails.
- Representation through settlement negotiations.
Our team members will visit you at home or in the hospital if you cannot come to us. Plus, we provide an outstanding video library packed with information your family may need and answers to many of your frequently asked questions.
We Have a Reputation for Getting Bigger and Faster Settlements for Our Clients
Our attorneys and staff work hard to make every client a priority. Clients we represented in the past say:
- “My experience with Matlin Injury Law was so easy. Brian is great with communication and … I will most certainly be recommending him to family and friends, if necessary, in the future. Thank you, Matlin Injury Law, for going above and beyond for me.” — Santina D.
- “When I first spoke with Brian, he made me feel very confident that he would work very hard on my behalf to ensure that I would get a very fair settlement … Turns out he was right. I put my trust in him, and he delivered.” — Milton R.
Our commitment to personalized representation includes navigating the often confusing legal and insurance processes and giving you the attention you expect and deserve.
Our Law Firm Represents Clients in Many Types of Wrongful Death Claims
Our lawyers are passionate about fighting for clients in Lakewood who lost a loved one in a negligence-based accident. We will represent your family if your loved one’s demise resulted from a:
- Car accident
- Motorcycle accident
- Truck accident
- Dog bite
- Swimming pool accident
- Medical malpractice
We also build a convincing evidence file that will prove the legally required elements of negligence:
- Duty of care
- Breach of duty
- Causation
- Damages
We Know the Value of a Comprehensive Evidence Collection
The at-fault party’s legal and insurance representatives will want objective, unbiased proof of their client’s financial liability. To provide it, we’ll compile the following evidence for your case file:
- Medical documentation: Diagnostic tests and results, treatment plans, and rehab and therapy records and bills.
- Photos and videos: Traffic and dashcam footage, security and surveillance video, and smartphone photos.
- First responder reports: Police records, including notes and diagrams, and emergency medical technician reports.
- Witness statements: Verbal and written testimony from eyewitnesses and medical and financial experts.
Learn more about how our Lakewood wrongful death lawyers can build your evidence collection. Contact our consultation team at Matlin Injury Law today.
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Tell us about your caseLakewood, Colorado Families Can Recover These Wrongful Death Damages
Your family can recover a wide range of damages for the loss of a loved one in a negligence-based accident. We will create a carefully detailed list of your expenses and losses and seek compensation for the following recoverable damages:
- Funeral expenses: Service, burial, coffin, cremation, headstone, urn, and vault.
- Loss of financial support: Lost income, benefits, insurance, inheritance, and pensions.
- Loss of domestic support: Transportation, household contributions, and childcare.
- Loss of consortium: Lost companionship, society, advice, guidance, and care from your beloved family member.
Let us assess and document your claim. We work hard to maximize your family’s financial recovery and get you more money, faster.
We Also Pursue Survival Damages for Lakewood Families
According to CO. Rev. Stat. § 13-20-101, you could be eligible to file a survivor action to recover the personal injury damages your loved one would have been entitled to receive. You could recover money for their:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
If these damages are available, our wrongful death lawyers will pursue them on your behalf. We also seek punitive damages, if warranted, though courts rarely award them.
Understand Your Lakewood, CO Lawsuit’s Statute of Limitations
When your family files a wrongful death lawsuit in Colorado, you generally have two years to do so, according to CO. Rev. Stat. § 13-80-102. The statute of limitations could change based on the decedent’s age and various other factors.
The best way to avoid misinterpreting or misunderstanding the filing deadline is to let us handle it for you. We will file your lawsuit on time and in the proper Lakewood court.
We also handle your case on contingency so that you will not pay any upfront fees or out-of-pocket costs—no retainers, hourly fees, or investigation costs. You only pay us if we win damages for you and owe nothing if you do not receive a financial award.
Get a No-Cost, No-Obligation Review of Your Lakewood Wrongful Death Claim
If your family experiences the loss of a loved one due to negligence, we could help you build a compelling claim for financial compensation. Our Lakewood wrongful death lawyers will support your family from start to finish.
Please find out how hard we work to recover damages for you. Contact our consultation team at Matlin Injury Law today to start fighting for your family’s rights.
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