Gretna Wrongful Death Lawyer

When someone you love passes away in a sudden, avoidable accident, their surviving family members, people like you, are left reeling. Not only are you grieving for your loved one and desirous of justice against the person responsible for your loved one’s death, but you may also be shouldering serious financial burdens now, too. At Kiefer & Kiefer, we support the rights of families like yours who have lost someone close to them due to the negligence of another party. We can explain your rights in a confidential consultation, so call our Greta, LA wrongful death lawyer today.

Wrongful Death Lawyer Gretna, LA

Wrongful death claims are intended to compensate surviving family members who have lost the financial support and personal contributions of a loved one due to another person’s or entity’s negligence. Some common negligence-based incidents that lead to another party’s death involve defective consumer products, unsafe medications, negligent security, highway collisions, and medical malpractice. Our Gretna wrongful death attorney assists your family in pursuing recovery for the income and retirement benefits your loved one would have earned had they survived by filing a wrongful death lawsuit against the party (which can be either a person or an entity, like a pharmaceutical manufacturer). Your claim can also include compensation for your loved one’s funeral and burial costs and medical expenses incurred before their passing.

You may also be entitled to monetary compensation for non-economic damages, which are the non-material losses your family suffered. We know that no amount of money can restore the loss of companionship and consortium of a widowed spouse, or the loss of guidance and support for the deceased’s minor children.

Discussing specific losses you suffered and putting a dollar value on them can bring up some conflicting emotions. We know this, and sympathize with your discomfort. However, think of the financial recovery not so much as a calculated assignment of value to that loss, but about securing the compensation you are legally entitled to receive. We approach compensation as a way to reduce financial strain and provide your family with the stability necessary to rebuild your lives and heal.

Our role is to build the case against the defendant, proving their negligence and getting their actions on record. When it serves your best interests, we pursue resolution through mediation to help you avoid the demands of trial. However, we prepare each case for court, so we’re always ready for anything.

Why Our Experience Matters For Wrongful Death Claims

Emotions run high in wrongful death cases, and it can be hard for many families to focus on the legal matters associated with pursuing a wrongful death case. Our Gretna wrongful death lawyer keeps a cool head and focuses on your best interests. We shield you as much as possible, so you and your family can grieve privately.

• Our legal team brings centuries of combined experience and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of clients
• Lead attorney and partner Megan Kiefer holds a perfect 10.0 AVVO rating based on peer reviews
• Senior partner Nat G. Kiefer, Jr. has tried more than 200 cases and managed multiple personal injury matters resulting in recoveries exceeding 20 million for clients
• Our attorneys are recognized for professional excellence by respected legal publications and peer-reviewed organizations
• Megan’s leadership blends tradition with innovation, guiding a firm built on legacy and forward-thinking strategy

Have you recently lost a loved one in an avoidable accident or due to another party’s negligence? Call Kiefer & Kiefer today for a consultation.