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Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyers

We help grieving families seek justice and financial security after the unthinkable loss of a loved one.

There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone you love to another's negligence. While no amount of money can bring them back, a wrongful death claim can provide financial security for your family and hold the responsible parties accountable. At Morrison & Associates, we approach these cases with compassion and determination, fighting for justice while treating your family with the respect you deserve.

200,000+

Unintentional injury deaths in US annually

$500,000+

Average wrongful death settlement

96%

Of wrongful death claims that settle before trial

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Common Causes of Wrongful Death

Fatal car, truck, or motorcycle accidents
Medical malpractice
Workplace accidents
Defective products
Nursing home abuse or neglect
Criminal acts
Dangerous premises conditions
Construction site accidents

Compensation Available in Wrongful Death Cases

Economic Damages

  • Loss of financial support and benefits
  • Loss of services the deceased provided
  • Medical expenses before death
  • Funeral and burial costs
  • Loss of inheritance

Non-Economic Damages

  • Grief and mental anguish
  • Loss of companionship and consortium
  • Loss of guidance for children
  • Loss of parental care
  • Emotional pain and suffering

How a Wrongful Death Attorney Can Help

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We handle the legal process so you can focus on grieving and healing

2

We thoroughly investigate to identify all responsible parties

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We calculate the full economic impact of your loss

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We negotiate with insurers who try to minimize claims

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We're prepared to take your case to trial if necessary

Our Wrongful Death Case Results

$2,100,000

Wrongful Death

Family compensation after fatal medical malpractice incident.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique.

Wrongful Death FAQs

Under the Illinois Wrongful Death Act, the personal representative of the deceased's estate files the lawsuit on behalf of surviving family members. Damages are distributed to the surviving spouse and next of kin (children, parents) based on their relationship and dependency.
Illinois allows recovery for: loss of financial support, loss of companionship and services, grief and mental anguish, loss of parental guidance (for children), medical and funeral expenses, and loss of inheritance. Each family member's damages are calculated based on their relationship.
A wrongful death claim compensates surviving family members for their losses. A survival action recovers damages the deceased person could have claimed if they had survived—such as pain and suffering before death. Both can be filed together.
Illinois has a 2-year statute of limitations from the date of death for wrongful death claims. However, if the death resulted from murder, you have 5 years. Cases against government entities may have shorter deadlines.
Yes, as long as your loved one was less than 50% at fault. Under Illinois comparative negligence law, recovery is reduced by their percentage of fault but not eliminated.
A criminal case and a civil wrongful death case are separate. You don't need to wait for criminal proceedings, and the outcomes are independent. Even if criminal charges aren't filed or result in acquittal, you can still pursue a civil claim.

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