I am Larry Demerath, a Nebraska native, a veteran and a Nebraska farmer. For over 50 years I have represented families in motor vehicle cases, and fatal car accident cases are where my experience counts most.
I have recovered more than $50 million for clients in Nebraska courtrooms, including $1,062,500 in a wrongful death case, $1,025,000 for a passenger killed in a crash and $670,000 after an I-80 crash that killed two children.
I earned my law degree at the University of Nebraska College of Law and I am admitted to the Nebraska State Bar, the federal district court, the 8th Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. I handle your case myself, by phone, with no travel and no waiting room. You pay nothing unless I win.
How I help families who lost someone
When a crash takes someone you love, you should not have to fight an insurance company alone. I guide your family through the legal process, protect your rights and pursue the compensation Nebraska law allows.
Investigate the crash, gather evidence and identify key witnesses
Uncover every insurance policy that may apply
Deal with the insurance companies so your family does not have to
File a Nebraska wrongful death claim on your family's behalf
Explain the deadlines that apply to your claim
Seek compensation for funeral and medical expenses, lost income and lost support
Take your case to trial if the insurance company will not pay a fair amount
Answer your questions by phone in plain language
Handle everything on a contingency fee, so you pay nothing unless I win
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· Wrongful Death Attorney
If you are planning to negotiate a wrongful death case successfully, there are documents that you must present without fail. Written and visual evidence is essential to support your claim and demonstrate what happened. With these documents, judges will be able to determine who is at fault and how best to compensate you for your losses after the death of your loved one.
An experienced wrongful death attorney from the Demerath Law Office can not only assist you in gathering the necessary evidence but will also know what you should emphasize based on case facts and how to present it to get the best financial compensation. Larry can also help you make this unfortunate event less painful for your family.
You can count on the Demerath Law Office to build a strong case for your wrongful death lawsuit. Get in touch with me and let me support you and help you win your case.
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Necessary Documents
Depending on the specifics of your case, the pieces of evidence you need to provide to support your wrongful death compensation claim will vary. However, some documents are necessary for all claims. These include:
Death Certificate:
A death certificate is an official legal document attesting to the exact nature of the victim’s death. The coroner or physician in charge must verify that the death took place. You can obtain a death certificate from a hospital or coroner’s office. The death certificate is a critical piece of evidence in any death lawsuit.
Medical Records:
If the victim is treated in a hospital before dying from the injury, the deceased’s complete medical records would be required to obtain a realistic picture of the event. A wrongful death may occur because of negligence, neglect, or willful action or because the injuries proved to be impossible to treat. A medical record may contain lab results, prescriptions for treatment or medication, and other written information.
Police or Autopsy Reports:
If the police are called to investigate the scene of an accident, they will prepare a police report and an evidence file. If the police are not involved, the victim’s family will have to go to the center where the autopsy was performed to obtain a certificate attesting to the reasons for death.
Pay Stubs and Tax Returns:
Most families are suffering from financial challenges resulting from the death of a family member much of the time, and they will need to provide proof of their financial situation through recent paychecks and tax returns. With these documents, the engaged expert will be able to calculate the value of the wrongful death claim. Demonstrating a financial history may include lost wages or an inability to pay for expenses incurred in the accident and funeral.
Documents that Can Help You Win a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Omaha
After gathering the essential documents, physical, visual, or oral evidence must be collected. Such evidence can include objects from the accident scene, and when these are impossible to transport, photos or videos can be precious visual evidence. Evidence may also include photos of the victim before being transported to the hospital. It is highly recommended that you ensure that the time and date are included in the printed or digital files. You can also ask witnesses to the accident to testify in support of your claim. The attorney can use the information collected to support your claim and obtain fair compensation.
Contact an Omaha Wrongful Death Attorney with Demerath Law Office
If you are suffering from the loss of a loved one due to the negligence, neglect, or willful harm of a third party, contact the Demerath Law Office. Your Omaha wrongful death attorney will support you every step of the wrongful death lawsuit process and ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.
