The Kryder Law Group, LLC serves the families of victims of wrongful death in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. We understand the devastation that a loved one’s death can cause, and we are here to help you through this difficult time.
We will investigate the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s death, and our law firm will hold the responsible party accountable for their actions. If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, contact us today for a free consultation. We will fight for the justice you deserve.
Wrongful death is defined as a death that is caused by the negligence or wrongdoing of another person or entity. If your loved one died due to someone else’s negligence, you may be able to file a wrongful death suit.
The victim’s death may have been caused by:
A car accident
A defective product
Medical malpractice
Workplace negligence
Nursing home neglect
What damages can I recover in a wrongful death claim?
Wrongful death claims and personal injury cases are filed by the surviving next of kin after a victim’s death.
The damages that may be recovered in personal injury claims include:
Funeral and burial expenses
Medical expenses and medical bills
Lost wages, or loss of income and benefits
Loss of companionship and your family member’s support
Pain and suffering and mental anguish
Get Help From An Experienced Lawyer
An experienced wrongful death attorney will know how to calculate the value of your damages and fight for the fair and just compensation you deserve to ease your financial burden. We will negotiate with the insurance company for you or take your case to trial to get you fair compensation.
Who can file a wrongful death suit in Illinois?
Under the Illinois Wrongful Death Act (740 ILCS 180/0.01, et al.), under Illinois law, the following relatives who are next of kin can file a suit for wrongful deaths:
Surviving spouse
Child
Parent
If you are not a spouse, child, or parent of the deceased, you may still be able to seek justice for a family member if there are no other next of kin surviving relatives and you are a niece, nephew, or grandchild.
Call today to discuss the details of your case with an experienced personal injury attorney.
How long do I have to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois?
In Illinois, you generally have two years from the date of your loved one’s death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, there are some exceptions to this rule, so it is important to speak with an experienced wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.
Types of Wrongful Death Cases We Handle
The Kryder Law Group, LLC handles all types of wrongful death cases, including those caused by:
Car accidents -The surviving family members of a victim who dies in a vehicle accident caused by another motorist’s negligence might be able to bring a wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent driver.
Defective products – If an individual dies due to a defective product, the next of kin may be able to file a claim against the manufacturer of the defective product.
Medical malpractice cases – If an individual dies due to the negligence of a doctor or other medical professional, the relatives of the person who died may be able to bring a wrongful death action against the negligent party.
Workplace accidents – If an individual dies in a workplace accident, the surviving family members may be able to file a workers’ compensation claim or a wrongful death suit against the negligent party.
No matter how your loved one died, we can help you understand your legal options and fight for the justice you deserve.
Contact us today for a free consultation.
Do I have a Case?
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to financial compensation. The first step is to contact an experienced wrongful death attorney to discuss your case. At The Kryder Law Group, LLC, we offer free consultations so you can get the information and legal guidance you need without any upfront costs.
During your consultation, we will:
Listen to your story
Conduct a thorough investigation
Answer your questions
Explain your legal options
Help you make the best decision for your family
If we believe you have a case, we will fight tirelessly to get you the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us today to schedule
Proving Fault
To recover damages, you must be able to prove that someone else’s negligence caused the death of your loved one. There are many ways to do this, but some common examples include:
Proving that the defendant breached a duty of care owed to the deceased
Proving that the breach of duty was the direct cause of the death
Proving that the death resulted in damages
An experienced wrongful death attorney will know how to gather and present evidence to prove fault and help you recover the compensation you deserve.
Breach of Duty of Care
A duty of care is the legal obligation to exercise a certain level of care when performing an activity that could reasonably result in harm to another person. For example, all drivers have a duty of care to drive safely and not put others in danger. When a person breaches this duty of care and someone is injured or killed as a result, the person who breached the duty can be held liable in a wrongful death lawsuit.
There are many ways to breach a duty of care, but some common examples include:
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Texting while driving
Failing to maintain a safe premises
Failing to properly maintain a vehicle
Failing to properly label a dangerous product
If you believe that someone else’s negligence led to the death of your loved one, contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC today. A Chicago wrongful death attorney from our Chicago, IL law offices is ready to answer your questions.
Proving Causation
In order to recover damages in a wrongful death case, you must be able to prove that the defendant’s negligence was the direct cause of your loved one’s death. This means that you must be able to show that the death would not have occurred but for the defendant’s negligence.
There are many ways to establish causation, but some common examples include:
Eye witness testimony
Video footage
Expert testimony
Physical evidence
Medical records
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC today. Our Chicago wrongful death lawyers will thoroughly investigate the death and help you understand your legal options.
Multiple Liable Parties
There may be more than one person or entity liable for your loved one’s death. For example, if your loved one was killed in a car accident, the other driver may be liable, but the company that manufactured the defective part in the other driver’s car may also be held liable.
It is important to have an experienced Cook County wrongful death attorney on your side who can help you identify all of the liable parties and hold them accountable for their negligence.
Contact a South Shore Wrongful Death Attorney Today
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC today. Our law firm will thoroughly investigate the death and help you understand your legal options.
Free Consultation
Call to schedule a free consultation with a personal injury attorney today. We serve clients in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago, IL. We work on a contingency fee basis. You don’t have to pay anything until we recover compensation from your personal injury claim.
South Shore Wrongful Death Lawyer
$7.5 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when a support wall fell and struck him. (Highest award on record for a construction injury in DuPage County at the time).
$3.2 Million
Recovery for a construction worker injured when he fell in an uncovered foundation trench, ranking as the highest award on record for a construction injury in McHenry County at the time.
$3 Million
Recovery for the family of a man struck by a garbage truck that was making an illegal turn.
$2.2 Million
Recovery for a salesman injured in an automobile collision.
$2 Million
Recovery for a man struck by a speeding vehicle as he waited for the CTA bus.
$1.5 Million
Recovery for a truck driver that was struck by another car on the expressway while his vehicle was disabled.
$1.4 Million
Recovery for a computer programmer that slipped and fell in the washroom at work.
Recovery for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a parking lot. At the time, this was the second-highest recovery on record in DuPage County for a similar injury.
$800,000
Recovered for a disputed wrongful death claim against a trucking company. The company denied they were involved in the collision.
$660,000
Recovery for a truck driver that was injured while unloading his trailer.
$550,000
Recovery for a person who slipped and fell in a grocery store.
$550,000
Recovery for a woman who injured her neck in a motor vehicle collision.
$500,000
Recovery for a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle while standing on the sidewalk.
$460,000
Recovery for a truck driver that tripped and fell in the parking lot while making a delivery.
$450,000
Recovery for a dental assistant who slipped and fell at work on an unnatural accumulation of ice.
$425,000
Recovery for a union worker struck by a speeding vehicle.
$425,000
Recovery for a passenger in a vehicle struck by an inexperienced driver.
$415,000
Recovered for a woman that required neck surgery after aggravating an existing neck injury in a truck accident.
$400,000
Recovery for a lab technician injured while transporting equipment.
$370,000
Recovery for a construction worker injured on faulty equipment at a construction site.
$315,000
Recovery for a motorist struck by a falling utility pole.
$310,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$300,000
Recovery for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle.
$250,000
Recovery for a young woman struck by another vehicle.
$250,000
Recovered for a woman who sustained a partial finger amputation and other injuries in a rollover car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$250,000
Recovered for a 60-year-old woman involved in a car accident. (Policy Limits)
$250,000
Recovered for a man hit by a semi-truck while operating a go-cart.
$240,000
Recovery for the injured party struck by another vehicle.
$235,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$235,000
Recovery for an inventory clerk injured when shelving toppled onto her.
$219,000
Recovery for a restaurant patron that slipped and fell in the bathroom.
$200,000
Recovered for an airline employee struck on the runway at O’Hare International Airport.
$190,000
Recovery for a person injured in a motor vehicle collision.
$175,000
Recovered for a child injured by fireworks at a fourth of July celebration.
$170,000
Recovered for a person injured when she slipped and fell exiting a major retail store.
$150,000
Recovered for a woman who fractured her leg when she was struck by a vehicle.
Britt C.
Andrew Kryder went above and beyond to help me out with a case that I brought to him. He was prompt, attentive, and extremely thorough. It was a pleasure to work with him!
(312) 223-1700