How An Aurora Wrongful Death Attorney Can Help Your Family

Did you lose a loved one in a fatal accident in Aurora, Illinois? If another party’s negligence, recklessness, or misconduct causes the accident, you may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim under Illinois law. Navigating the legal complexities of a wrongful death case while grieving is overwhelming. Having an experienced attorney…

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Can You Recover Punitive Damages in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

Illinois law allows for injury victims to recover damages from persons and companies that caused the injury to occur. The damages often include awards for past and future medical bills, lost income, reduced earning capacity, loss of normal life, disfigurement, and pain and suffering. These types of damages are known as “compensatory” damages, and are…

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The Importance of an Autopsy in Wrongful Death Claims

In an autopsy, a trained forensic pathologist conducts a detailed medical examination of a decedent’s body to not only determine the cause of death, but to identify diseases, medical conditions and injuries, as well as test blood and conduct a variety of other diagnostic tests. Autopsies can be performed by a county coroner’s office,…

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