Fighting For Families After A Wrongful Death
We know that nothing will bring back your loved one, but at Wise Morrissey, LLC, we can help the surviving family (a spouse, children, parents or siblings) or others close to the deceased (a financial dependent) file a lawsuit for compensation for the tragedy that occurred. It is important to begin your legal action as quickly as possible so we can preserve evidence vital to your case. We understand the many monetary needs for a wrongful death action, which can include medical and funeral expenses, lost future earnings, and loss of your loved one’s companionship.
When the negligence of an individual or other party causes a wrongful death, our lawyers can help the victim’s survivors pursue compensation to ease their financial burden. We will take the time to understand your past, current and future losses, working with economists to accurately value your claim. We know that the outcome of your case will significantly affect your family’s well-being. Please speak with us today to learn more.
Treating You With Compassion While Fighting Hard For Compensation
We are experienced with wrongful death suits against a workplace, business or individual if a death is caused by a catastrophic event such as:
- Car and truck accidents
- Civil or criminal negligence
- Product failure
- Medical malpractice
- Nursing home neglect
- Falls
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
Because of our experience, we know the Illinois filing deadlines and work with our clients to begin legal action as quickly as possible and preserve evidence. We offer free consultations. Please call us in Chicago at 312-985-0930, or contact us online to discuss your case.
Successes
$475,000 Wrongful Death Settlement For Negligently Inserted Gastrostomy Tube
A 62-year-old male died from asphyxiation after a doctor negligently inserted a gastrostomy tube into his duodenum, rather than into his stomach. He had received …
$325,000 Wrongful Death Settlement For Nursing Home Patient, 91, Dropped From Lift
A 91-year-old woman who had requested to be moved from her bed at a nursing home died from a cervical spine fracture after being dropped …
$3.2 Million Record Jury Verdict For Mother Of Four Killed By School Van
A 69-year-old mother of four was walking northbound on a residential street in Wilmette, Illinois, when she was struck from the rear and killed by …
$900,000 Settlement In Fatal Construction Accident
Plaintiff died after falling down dark stairs at a construction site.
$662,000 In Wrongful Death Settlement
The family of an 18-year-old boy received the insurance policy limit for his wrongful death.
$250,000 Settlement In Accidental Shooting
A deer hunter was accidentally shot and killed by another hunter.
Settlement In Product Liability Wrongful Death
In a wrongful death case, plaintiff tractor operator fell off a Deere tractor and was mowed over by a rotary cutter.