Northeast Ohio Car Accident Fatality Lawsuits
Trust the Experienced Ohio Motor Vehicle Wrongful Death Attorneys at Triscaro & Associates to get you the results you deserve.
A wrongful death case is caused by the negligent, reckless, act or omission of another, which causes death to the victim.
Our lawyers handle wrongful death actions that were the result of motor vehicle accidents, including car, truck, pedestrian, motorcycle, bicycle, bus, train and boat accidents.
If you have lost a loved one to a car or vehicle accident it is imperative that you hire an experienced wrongful death attorney. There are many nuances to wrongful death cases, which include: (1) the types of damages recoverable; (2) the types of insurance policies available to collect against; (3) whether the at fault party was in the scope and course of their employment subjecting their employer to liability; and (4) whether a third party, such as ODOT or a utility may be liable due to their failure to maintain the roadway or permit obstructions near the roadway.
If you have lost a loved one in a motor vehicle accident today please contact us for a free consultation. We handle these matters on a contingency fee basis, meaning there is no attorney fee unless we recover for you.
Elements of an Ohio Wrongful Death Case:
- Death of person
- Death was caused by the negligent or reckless act of another
- Surviving family members who are monetarily suffering due to that death
- Personal representative appointed to bring the suit on behalf of the decedent's estate.
If you can show that you will experience future emotional and financial hardships due to the death of a family member certain damages are recoverable in Ohio including funeral bills, loss of consortium, pain and suffering, and the lost income from the decedent in the future.
Who Can File An Ohio Wrongful Death Claim?
As a general rule, the decedent's next of kin can file a wrongful death claim in the following order of importance: surviving spouse, children, parents, other lineal decedents, etc.
Wrongful death cases can be particularly complicated. You need an attorney who understands Ohio law, and has dealt with such cases in the past like the lawyers at Triscaro & Associates.
Our lawyers have years of experience representing families in wrongful death cases. We can help you get the compensation you deserve.
Contact the Ohio Wrongful Death Attorneys at Triscaro & Associates today. There is no fee unless we recover for you!