Wrongful Death Attorneys in Kirkland
Helping You Recover the Compensation You Deserve
Losing someone you love is devastating. When that loss happened because of another person’s negligence, the grief is often compounded by anger, unanswered questions, and financial uncertainty. A Kirkland wrongful death lawyer at Lindquist & Kornfeld can help your family understand your legal options and pursue compensation under Washington law.
Wrongful death claims are civil cases that allow surviving family members or other eligible parties to seek financial recovery after a fatal accident. While no lawsuit can undo what happened, a wrongful death attorney can help your family pursue accountability and recover damages for the losses your loved one’s death has caused. Our firm represents families in Kirkland and throughout Western Washington with compassion, personal attention, and a clear focus on the full impact of the loss.
If you lost a loved one due to negligence, a Kirkland wrongful death lawyer can help you understand your legal options. Contact Lindquist & Kornfeld today for a free consultation and clear guidance on what to do next.
At Lindquist & Kornfeld, we take the time to understand who your loved one was, how this tragedy happened, and how their passing has affected your family’s daily life, plans, and financial stability. We can gather records, investigate the circumstances of the death, deal with insurance companies, and build a claim that reflects the true value of your loss.
Why Families Hire a Kirkland Wrongful Death Attorney
After a fatal accident, families are often contacted by insurance companies before they fully understand what happened or what the claim may be worth. This can put surviving relatives at a disadvantage. Working with a wrongful death attorney in Kirkland can help protect your family from low settlement offers, pressure tactics, and mistakes that could weaken your claim.
Our firm helps with wrongful death cases involving:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Medical negligence
- Nursing home neglect
- Workplace accidents
- Premises liability incidents
- Other fatal accidents caused by negligence
A wrongful death lawyer from our team can investigate the incident, identify liable parties, calculate damages, and handle communications with insurers and defense attorneys. If necessary, we can also prepare your case for litigation in King County Superior Court or another Washington court.
How a Wrongful Death Case Usually Works
Many families want to know what happens after they contact a lawyer. The process usually begins with a consultation where we listen to your story, review the known facts, and explain how Washington wrongful death laws may apply to your situation.
From there, we typically begin a detailed investigation. This may include reviewing accident reports, medical records, witness statements, photographs, video evidence, employment records, and other documents that help establish liability and damages. In some cases, we also work with outside professionals to better understand the cause of death, future financial losses, and the suffering experienced before death.
Once we have developed the claim, we may present a demand to the insurance company or responsible party and begin settlement negotiations. Throughout this process, your Kirkland wrongful death lawyer will keep you informed, explain your options, and help you decide whether a proposed settlement is fair. If the case does not resolve through negotiation or mediation, we can take the matter to court and advocate for your family at trial.
Our Proven Results
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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$225,000 Age Discrimination
Age Discrimination and Wrongful Termination: 62 Year old woman employed by insurance company for over 25 years years is replaced by younger and less skilled worker because of her age and her inability to be treated equally as younger workers. Our client claimed she was constructively discharged and was forced to quit. Settlement short of trial was for $225,000.
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$175,000 Construction Accident
Framer falls through a hole in a roof not covered by contractor and receives $175,000. A framer fell through a hole in the roof when framing a new house and suffered low back and leg injuries on a job in Pierce County. Mr. Kornfeld represented him and secured a settlement for the client without litigation.
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$2,500,000 Medical Malpractice
Jane and John Doe v. Hospital XYZ (King County, Washington): A 53-year-old father underwent surgery to repair an abdominal aortic aneurysm. During his first night, the patient was not assessed or monitored for over five hours. As a result, he developed a mucus plug, could not breathe, and suffered respiratory arrest and heart failure. The patient was revived but suffered catastrophic brain damage. He now requires care 24-7 from his wife.
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$350,000 Premise Liability
Jane Doe vs Grocery Store, et al: A mother was shopping with her daughter, son in law, and granddaughter. She reached down to select a spice bottle and the shelf system collapsed on her head and neck, causing neck and upper back injuries. The client suffered cervical injuries and underwent a double level cervical fusion with hardware and bone graft from her hip. The supplier, grocery store and manufacturer of the spice product each contributed to the settlement.
Brain Injury -
$350,000 Burn Injury
Burn Injury to Two Boys Playing With Gasoline: Homeowners insurance pays $350,000 to an 11 year old boy and owners’ policy limits- 2010
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$1,200,000 Medical Malpractice
Bond v. Valley Medical Center (King County, Washington) Michael Bond, a 37 year old construction worker, went into the hospital complaining of an ailment. He now has troubles swallowing, often regurgitates and has difficulty sleeping at night. According to experts, the surgeon both misread the films and performed the mediastinoscopy incorrectly
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$700,000 Medical Malpractice
Doe v. Chiropractor: The client suffered a stroke, and sustained lasting neurological impairment. Records strongly suggested that the client’s stroke resulted from tears to their vertebral artery and were likely caused by an improperly performed cervical spine manipulation during a chiropractic visit.
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$2,255,000 Wrongful Death
Rob Kornfeld of Kornfeld, Trudell, Bowen and Lingenbrink, PLCC successfully represented the estate of an deceased cable installer and his surviving wife and two children as a Seattle wrongful death settlement lawyer, as well as a surviving coworker in a contentious multiparty litigated matter which settled on the first day of trial, October 11, 2010.
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$8,500,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
We recovered $8.5 Million for the families of two victims who were killed in a head on collision after an impaired driver over the centerline on a highway on Whidbey Island.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Washington?
Washington law places limits on who may bring a wrongful death claim. Because these cases are governed by statute, eligibility depends on the surviving relationship to the person who died and the specific facts of the family situation.
Depending on the circumstances, parties who may have the right to recover in a wrongful death case can include:
- A spouse or registered domestic partner
- Children of the deceased
- Parents in certain cases
- Siblings or other family members in limited situations
- Individuals who were financially dependent on the deceased
Questions about who can file a wrongful death lawsuit are often more complicated than they first appear. Family relationships, financial dependence, and the absence of a spouse or children can all affect who may bring a claim. Our wrongful death attorney can review your situation, explain whether you may qualify, and help determine the proper path forward under Washington law.
What Compensation Can Be Recovered in a Wrongful Death Claim?
A wrongful death lawsuit may allow surviving family members to recover compensation for both economic and non-economic losses. The value of a claim depends on many factors, including the deceased person’s age, earning history, role in the household, and the circumstances surrounding the death.
Recoverable damages may include:
- Final medical expenses
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of the deceased person’s income and financial support
- Loss of future earnings and benefits
- Loss of companionship, care, and guidance
- Pain and suffering experienced before death in certain related claims
Families often underestimate the long-term financial consequences of a wrongful death. In many cases, the deceased was not only a source of income but also the person who provided childcare, emotional support, guidance, and day-to-day help in the household. A Kirkland wrongful death lawyer can work to present a complete picture of both the financial and personal losses your family has suffered.
How Damages Are Evaluated in a Wrongful Death Case
The amount of compensation available in a wrongful death case is not automatic. It is based on evidence. Insurance companies will often look for ways to minimize the value of the claim, especially when losses such as emotional support, guidance, and companionship are harder to measure.
Our firm works to support these claims with documentation and analysis. Depending on the case, this may involve reviewing earnings history, tax records, medical bills, treatment records, and legal opinions. We build every case around the real effect the death has had on the surviving family members so that the claim reflects more than just short-term expenses.
What Is the Time Limit for Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Washington?
Washington has a statute of limitations for wrongful death lawsuits. In most cases, the deadline to file is three years from the date of death. If the claim is not filed on time, your family may lose the right to recover compensation.
Although three years may sound like enough time, important evidence can disappear much sooner. Witness memories can fade, surveillance footage may be deleted, and records can become harder to obtain. Speaking with a wrongful death lawyer as early as possible gives your family a better chance to preserve evidence and protect the claim.
If your loved one died after a crash on I-405, an incident on SR 520, a medical event, or another fatal accident in the Kirkland area, it is important to act quickly. Early legal guidance can make a meaningful difference in how the case is investigated and presented.
You should not have to deal with insurance companies and legal stress during a time of loss. Contact our wrongful death attorney in Kirkland to protect your family’s rights and pursue fair compensation.
What Makes Our Firm Unique
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40+ Years of
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Aggressive & Personalized
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No Fees Unless
We Win Your CaseOur clients can focus on healing while we fight for results—because we only get paid when you do.
Why Choose Lindquist & Kornfeld
At Lindquist & Kornfeld, we understand that wrongful death cases are about more than legal procedure. They are about families facing one of the hardest moments of their lives. We approach every case with compassion, responsiveness, and careful attention to detail.
When you hire our firm, we can help by:
- Investigating the cause of death
- Gathering medical and accident records
- Identifying liable individuals or entities
- Handling insurance communications
- Calculating damages
- Negotiating for a fair settlement
- Preparing the case for trial when necessary
We also work on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not pay legal fees unless we recover compensation for you. If you are unable to travel, we can make arrangements to meet with you at a location that works for your family.
Speak With a Kirkland Wrongful Death Lawyer Today
If you lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence, you may have the right to pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim. This is a difficult time, but you do not have to handle the legal process alone.
Lindquist & Kornfeld represents families in Kirkland, Bellevue, Everett, and throughout Western Washington. Our team can explain your options, answer your questions, and help you understand what steps to take next. Contact Lindquist & Kornfeld today to schedule a free consultation with a Kirkland wrongful death lawyer.
Contact Lindquist & Kornfeld to speak with our legal team. We accept cases in Kirkland, Bellevue, Everett, and the Greater Washington State Area. Plus, we take out-of-state cases. Call (425) 657-5255 today for a free consultation, or email Neil at Neil@Kornfeldlaw.com for a quick answer to your legal questions.
