Wrongful Death

Winchester Wrongful Death Lawyer

When the negligent, careless, or indifferent actions of someone else results in death, surviving family members are often left overwhelmed with grief and unable to meet the necessities of a wrongful death lawsuit.

At MordhorstLaw.com, we understand the upheaval and emotional turmoil fatal accidents leave behind, and have helped many families who have had to deal with these tragic circumstances. We handle a wide range of wrongful death claims resulting from accidents such as:

• Motor vehicle accidents including auto accidents, car accidents, trucking accidents, bus accidents, train accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, passenger deaths, car/pedestrian accidents, and more
• Industrial accidents and job-site accidents including construction accidents, chemical burns and exposures, scaffolding failures, slip and falls, and other mishaps caused by the negligence of employers or co-workers
• Premises liability (unsafe property) including cases of dog bites, animal attacks, slip and falls, inadequate security, and other causes

Filing a wrongful death claim in Virginia can only be done within the time allowed by the statute of limitations. For this reason, even if you are not sure your loved one's death was caused by another—you may want to speak with a knowledgeable wrongful death attorney before letting too much time go by.

In addition, these cases are statute-driven and have very specific requirements as to which family members may file and receive damages in these claims and what specific benefits are available.

To learn more or to speak with an experienced Northern Virginia wrongful death lawyer about a specific concern, contact MordhorstLaw.com today.