A loss of a loved one is a tragic event, even more so when the death was preventable. A wrongful death claim allows the surviving family members from recovering monetary damages for the loss of their loved one. Wrongful acts include negligent acts like careless driving, as well as intentional attacks such as assault.
In a wrongful death claim in Colorado, wrongful death claims may be made to obtain monetary damages to cover the earnings the deceased person would have provided. You can also recover damages for loss of support, lost benefits such as insurance, loss of love, companionship, comfort, care, assistance, and protection. In some cases, punitive damages may also be recovered in order to punish wrongdoers and prevent them from harming others.
Our personal injury attorneys can assist you with every facet of a wrongful death claim including who may file the claim, who you may file the claim against, finding witnesses, and calculating damages. |
