Wrongful Death Attorneys in Kirkland
Helping You Recover the Compensation You Deserve
Losing a loved one is a painful experience that no amount of compensation can ever make up for, especially if the death was caused by another party’s negligent actions. However, oftentimes, families are left in a financial predicament, especially in cases where the decedent was the main provider in a household.
At Lindquist & Kornfeld in Kirkland, our wrongful death team understands the difficulties you and your family must be facing after this terrible loss, which is why we are committed to helping families pursue civil justice. You can rely on our law firm to provide the compassionate and knowledgeable representation you need.
Contact Lindquist & Kornfeld in Kirkland today at (425) 657-5255 to set up a free initial consultation with a member of our legal team.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
There are some limitations to who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Washington. In legal terms, only real parties in interest have this ability.
Below are the parties who can file a wrongful death lawsuit:
- The decedent’s immediate family members, such as a spouse, children, or parents.
- The decedent’s life partner, putative spouse, or an individual who is financially dependent on the decedent.
- The decedent’s extended family members, such as siblings or grandparents.
- Individuals who will suffer financially as a result of the decedent’s passing.
- The parents of a deceased fetus.
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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$650,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
John Doe v. Trans-America Insurance: Commercial Dump Truck Driver suffered a hip injury and permanent nerve damage to his foot
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$500,000 Construction Accident
Client was injured on the job and required a knee replacement, received $500,000 in compensation.
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$750,000 Brain Injury
Pierce v. Reliance: A commercial truck driver suffered a brain injury and underwent spinal surgery with placement of steel rods in his back.
Brain Injury -
$4,000,000 Wrongful Death
Our client was killed execution-style by a police officer with a history of brutality. Video footage and experts showed that our client did nothing to provoke the officer’s violence.
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$825,000 Construction Accident
A sheet metal and HVAC worker with the help of a spinal cord injury attorney, Rob Kornfeld, settled a construction fall injury when he was thrown from a forklift used as a man-lift in a warehouse operation provided by another. This resulted in spinal fractures of the low back, and spinal cord injury noted by hyper-reflexia on clinical exam.
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$210,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Jane Doe v. John Doe and Budget Rental Car company: Snohomish County Superior Court No. 03-2-09292-2. After a motor vehicle accident, a 35 year old woman underwent multiple injections in her cervical and lumbar spine, radiofrequency treatments, and a rhizotomy but still had limitations and discomfort after 4 years of treatment.
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$100,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Rear-end accident that totaled Plaintiff’s car. Plaintiff sustained severe head, neck and back injuries. She underwent a rhizotomy procedure and has ongoing complaints.
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$600,000 Bus Accident
John Doe v. State of Washington, (King County Superior Court): Plaintiff hit by a Department of Transportation (DOT) vehicle while standing on the sidewalk. He underwent a shoulder arthroscopy and is living with the prospect of two hip replacements, in addition to the loss of his construction career.
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$1,350,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
A young man in his 30’s was injured in a head-on car crash which resulted in discovery of Syringomyelia aka/Syrinx. The trauma from this collision lit up an underlying congenital condition which he did not know he had.
Brain Injury
What are the Types of Recoverable Damages in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
If you meet the requirements for filing a wrongful death lawsuit, compensation will cover both economic and non-economic damages.
Below are some of the damages you can recover in a wrongful death lawsuit:
- Final medical expenses
- Pre-death pain and suffering damages (if the decedent suffered extensively before passing)
- Burial and funeral expenses
- Income the beneficiaries lost due to the decedent’s passing
- Companionship, love, guidance, and other non-economic damages
The sum of recoverable damages will vary based on the details of the events that lead up to the individual’s death as well as the decedent’s age and economic circumstances. Moreover, the level of suffering endured by the decedent before death will influence the sum of recoverable damages considerably.
What are the Statute of Limitations in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
If you plan on filing a wrongful death lawsuit, you must not postpone it or hesitate. Every state, including Washington, has a statute of limitations. In most cases, you have three years, beginning on the date of the decedent’s passing, to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
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We Win Your CaseOur clients can focus on healing while we fight for results—because we only get paid when you do.
Reach Out to Our Knowledgeable Wrongful Death Team
If you recently lost a loved one, you may be entitled to compensation, but you must act quickly to ensure the clock does not run out on your ability to file a lawsuit.
At Lindquist & Kornfeld in Kirkland, our team has the experience and compassion necessary to smoothly navigate your case. We know this is a difficult time for you, which is also why we work on a contingency fee basis. You will not owe us legal fees until we win your case. We can come to you if you are unable to meet Neil in one of our Western Washington offices, e.g. If you are in the hospital, immobile in your home or unable to get in to see us. Let’s try to schedule a mutually agreeable time and place to meet, or just give us a call to talk at no charge.
Contact Lindquist & Kornfeld to speak with our legal team. We accept cases in Kirkland, Bellevue, Kirkland, 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.
