Wrongful Death

Demerath Law -Lincoln Wrongful Death Attorney:

The most traumatic event you can ever go through is losing a husband, wife, or spouse. When your loss is the result of the negligent acts of another, you need an experienced wrongful death lawyer. At Demerath Law, you'll receive the respect and compassion you expect. More importantly, you'll get an experienced wrongful death lawyer to get the justice you deserve. With so much at stake, you cannot settle for anything less.

Under the common law, a spouse, parent, or child usually could not recover in court after a wrongful death. All that changed when Nebraska, along with many other states, passed the wrongful death statute. The wrongful death statute allows for a family member to sue in court for the loss of a loved one due to someone's negligent actions. An experienced wrongful death attorney from Demerath Law can guide you and apprise you of your rights.

The devil, as is commonly said, lies in the details. While the wrongful deaths statute only takes up a page or two in the state books, you need a seasoned expert in the filed. Some negligent acts may not be covered by the law. Only certain family members are allowed to bring suit. Additionally, calculating exactly how much a human life is worth in a court of law is as much art as science. Don't mess around. Get a wrongful death lawyer now. Call Demerath Law.