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Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Dearborn

Filing a wrongful death lawsuit can be a complicated and painful process combined with grieving your loved one. When a death occurs due to negligence of misconduct either on the road, in the workplace, or due to medical malpractice, it may be classified as wrongful death, and the family of the deceased can move forward with a lawsuit.

At Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C., we will fight for your right to receive a fair settlement.

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Wrongful Death Settlements

Wrongful death lawsuits have varying settlement amounts that are calculated using a few different factors.

  • The age of the deceased person.
  • The income of the deceased at the time of death.
  • The value of their pension, health insurance, and other benefits lost.

These are pecuniary or financial injuries and are the main form of damages sought in a wrongful death lawsuit, and can be a substantial sum. The 2016 fatal shooting by a Dearborn police officer of Janet Wilson recently resulted in the city of Dearborn agreeing to a $1.2 million wrongful death lawsuit settlement in 2018.

Experienced wrongful death lawyers can help you assess your case and determine a reasonable settlement amount. The team at Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C., are the top medical malpractice attorneys in Michigan and are well equipped to support you through the emotional process of seeking damages in a wrongful death case.

When Damages are Awarded

On average, it takes between one to three months to settle after a wrongful death lawsuit has been filed, but it can take longer if there need to be claim reviews. Wrongful death is a civil court case, not a criminal one, and the negligent party will be responsible for paying the court-mandated amount if the court finds them to be at fault.

Use a Trusted Law Firm

It can feel overwhelming to deal with a wrongful death lawsuit in addition to managing burial arrangements and the grief of your loss. If you are the family member who becomes the Personal Representative of the estate, Cochran, Kroll & Associates P.C., can assist you with filing your lawsuit.

Senior partner Eileen Kroll is a seasoned wrongful death attorney and registered nurse whose extensive medical knowledge can be extremely valuable for wrongful death cases. Contact Cochran, Kroll & Associates P.C., today at 866-MICH-LAW for a free consultation. You don’t pay a fee until damages are recovered.

RESULTS-DRIVEN TRACK RECORD

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  • Medical Malpractice / Birth Injury

    Monroe, Michigan

    WHAT HAPPENED:

    A young couple from Monroe, Michigan, was awarded a $15.8 million verdict as the result of their baby son, Jason, being inflicted with Cerebral Palsy as the result of an error during the final stages of a labor.

    Result: $15.8 Million
  • Medical Malpractice/Wrongful Death

    Oakland County, Michigan

    What Happened:

    While in the hospital a mother of three was not properly treated for a closed-head injury causing her untimely death.

    Result: $1 Million
  • Accidents & Injuries/Brain Injury

    Livonia, Michigan

    What Happened:

    A Livonia pedestrian recovered $1.4 million when he was struck by a commercial van resulting in a traumatic brain injury in Redford, Michigan.

    Result: $1.4 Million
  • Medical Malpractice / Misdiagnosis

    Wayne County, Michigan

    WHAT HAPPENED:

    Patient suffered cardiac arrest and brain damage when a hospital failed to recognize internal bleeding and treatment was delayed for more than 14 hours.

    Result: $9 Million
  • Accidents & Injuries/Auto Accident

    Tuscola County, Michigan

    WHAT HAPPENED:

    A Tuscola County jury awarded $3.3 million to a severely brain injured motorist as the result of a defective Michigan highway.

    Result: $3.3 Million
  • Accidents & Injuries/Construction Site Injury

    Flint, Michigan

    WHAT HAPPENED:

    A seventeen-year-old construction worker suffered a traumatic brain injury resulting from a fall in Flint, Michigan, and was awarded $1.25 million.

    Result: $1.25 Million
  • Medical Malpractice

    Wayne County, Michigan

    What Happened:

    Middle-aged woman suffered severe disfiguring facial burns from a simple surgical procedure.

    Result: $1.9 Million
  • Medical Malpractice / Birth Trauma

    Southern Michigan

    What Happened:

    Child developed cerebral palsy with developmental delays due to lack of oxygen and brain injury during labor and delivery.

    Result: $3.8 Million
  • Accidents & Injuries/Construction Site/Workplace Injury

    Westland, Michigan

    What Happened:

    A Westland construction worker recovered $1.5 million after sustaining a traumatic brain injury while on a construction site in Detroit, Michigan.

    Result: $1.5 Million
  • Accidents & Injuries/Truck Accident

    Marlette, Michigan

    What Happened:

    A Marlette, Michigan, family reached a $1.3 million settlement in the traffic death of their 5-year-old son when they were struck by a semi truck.

    Result: $1.3 Million
  • Medical Malpractice/Cancer Misdiagnosis

    Redford, Michigan

    What Happened:

    The misdiagnosis of breast cancer resulted in a Redford, Michigan, woman recovering $225,000.

    Result: $225,000
  • Workers Compensation

    Detroit, Michigan

    What Happened:

    A construction worker redeemed his worker’s compensation case for $125,000 in Detroit, Michigan.

    Result: $125,000
  • Accidents & Injuries/Auto Accident

    Monroe, Michigan

    What Happened:

    A paraplegic woman from Monroe, Michigan, recovered Michigan no-fault benefits including the purchase of a new home and attendant care in excess of $400,000.

    Result: $125,000
  • Medical Malpractice/Birth Injury

    Brighton, Michigan; Detroit, Michigan

    What Happened:

    A Brighton family recovered $1.3 million and a Detroit family recovered $900,000 as the result of birth injuries and medical malpractice to their children.

    Result: $2.2
  • Accidents & Injuries/Auto Accident

    Bay City, Michigan

    What Happened:

    A Bay City grandmother was awarded $80,000 following an auto accident resulting in a broken leg.

    Result: $80,000

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