Wrongful Death Attorney Seattle
While no amount of money can ever compensate for the loss of a loved one, as a wrongful death attorney in Seattle attorney, Terence F. Traverso and his legal team can can help surviving family members and loved ones find closure and compensation due them to relieve financial burdens during one of their most difficult times.
If the death of your loved one was caused by one of the following, you may have the right to file a lawsuit and receive the financial compensation to which you and your family are entitled:
- The negligent or careless conduct of another person or entity
- The design or manufacture of a defective product
- A reckless or grossly negligent act such as driving under the influence
- An intentional act such as an assault
As a wrongful death attorney, the legal team of attorney Terence F. Traverso is experienced and knowledgeable in the laws involving all types of cases such as auto accidents, medical complications or malpractice, happenings in the workplace, or product liability.
Call the office to schedule a free consultation and case review.
Wrongful Death Claim Seattle
When someone is killed as a result of the actions of another, or failure to act, state law provides for recovery of monetary damages. The law office of Terence F. Traverso can successfully guide you through the process of bringing a wrongful death claim in Seattle to help you recover compensation available to you by law, either by settlement, arbitration or trial.
These are factors that are considered when determining the amount of damages recoverable by heirs:
- Prior wages and other income of the deceased
- Savings of the deceased
- Medical and funeral costs
- Degree of financial dependence on the deceased
- Loss of companionship and guidance by the family or loved ones
We understand that no amount of recoverable damages can compensate for your loss of a loved one; however, financial security for your future and knowing that the responsible parties have been brought to justice can bring a sense of closure and a feeling of security to you and other survivors.
Call for a consultation to learn how we can help you recover all compensation available under the law.
Seattle Wrongful Death Lawyer
As an experienced Seattle wrongful death lawyer, attorney Terence F. Traverso has worked aggressively to resolve many client cases with recovery of all compensation available to them by law.
The laws of our state allow the following parties to bring a cause of action for damages as a result of the deceased family member:
- The personal representative of the deceased person’s estate
- The spouse or state registered domestic partner of the deceased person
- The child, children or stepchildren of the deceased person
His staff can ensure that the statute of limitations is met by filing within three years of the date of expiration of the deceased. In general, the court will almost certainly refuse to hear the case if the date is not met, thereby depriving the survivors of the deceased the chance to seek a judgment of liability and compensation.
Call the Law Office of Terence F. Traverso for professional experience to pursue and secure recovery of compensation due you for your loss. 425-453-0115