If your family has lost a loved one in a fatal car accident in Seattle, Washington, you may be entitled to compensation through a wrongful death claim. Seattle Injury Law can help you evaluate your legal options and guide you through this difficult process with care and compassion.
Our award-winning personal injury law firm has recovered more than $300 million for accident victims and their families. With over 100 years of combined experience, our Seattle fatal car accident attorneys know how to hold negligent drivers and corporations fully liable for what they’ve done.
Contact our law offices today for a free consultation at (800) 928-5486 or by filling out our contact form.
How Can Seattle Injury Law Help With My Family’s Fatal Car Accident Case?
Losing a loved one in a preventable accident is one of the hardest experiences imaginable. If this has happened to you and your family, you deserve all of the compensation available to you under state law. Seattle Injury Law will prioritize your case from the start and do everything we can to help you make the most of your claim.
When you hire our Seattle car accident lawyers, we will:
- Investigate the crash to determine what caused it and who is legally responsible
- Gather evidence such as police reports, witness statements, and traffic camera footage
- Work with accident reconstruction experts to strengthen your claim
- Handle communications and negotiations with insurance companies and opposing parties
- Pursue full compensation through settlement or trial, whichever is in your family’s best interests
We approach every wrongful death case with the respect and urgency it deserves. Contact our legal team in Seattle, WA, today to learn more and set up a free initial consultation.
What Is a Wrongful Death Claim in Washington?
A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit brought when someone’s “wrongful act, neglect, or default” causes another person’s death. In Washington, this right is established under RCW 4.20.010, which allows certain surviving family members to pursue compensation.
The claim must technically be filed by the personal representative of the deceased’s estate, but the financial recovery benefits the surviving family members.
Note that wrongful death cases are considered civil claims and are separate from any criminal proceedings. The burden of proof is lower in a civil claim as well, which means you can still win your wrongful death case whether or not the at-fault party is found guilty in criminal court.
What Compensation Can Families Recover After a Fatal Car Accident in Seattle, WA?
The loss of a loved one brings immense emotional and financial burdens. Washington law allows surviving family members to recover compensation for both economic and non-economic losses, including:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical costs related to the final injury or illness
- Lost financial support and household services that the deceased would have provided
- Loss of companionship, guidance, and care
Punitive damages generally aren’t recoverable in Washington State, barring a rare exception that is explicitly authorized by Washington state law.
Contact Our Seattle Fatal Car Accident Attorneys To Schedule a Free Consultation
No amount of money can replace losing a loved one, but compensation can help ease your financial pressures and bring a sense of justice. Seattle Injury Law is here to stand by your family during this challenging time to the very best of our ability.
Our Seattle fatal car accident lawyers are ready to get started on your case as soon as you are. Call (800) 928-5486 or message us online today to schedule a free consultation.
