Apple Valley Wrongful Death Lawyers
If you have experienced the wrongful death of someone you love, knowing where to turn for help can be challenging. What’s worse, you’re hardly in the best state of mind to make important decisions while you deal with your grief. You need experienced Apple Valley wrongful death lawyers to argue your case and offer the support and reassurance you need.
At Tyroler Leonard Injury Law, we provide exemplary legal services to you and your family to ensure you receive your rightful compensation. Learn more about how wrongful death claims work and why we are the best legal team to represent your family.
Why Our Wrongful Death Attorneys in Apple Valley, MN, Are the Right Choice for You
You don’t have to suffer the consequences of a wrongful death on your own. Enlist the experienced help of the wrongful death attorneys in Apple Valley, MN. Our team has significant experience with wrongful death claims, giving you the best chance at winning the award your family deserves to have.
How can our wrongful death law firm help your family? We handle several aspects of the case for you, including:
- Investigating the case
- Determining the negligent party
- Corresponding with the insurer
- Presenting facts during negotiations
- Seeking your maximum settlement amount.
Should the insurance company fail to negotiate in good faith and give you a fair settlement award amount, we are ready to take your case to court and represent you at trial. Even though most wrongful death claims settle during negotiations, our team at Tyroler Leonard Injury Law is willing to take your case to trial if necessary.
Attorney Isaac Tyroler
Attorney Isaac Tyroler has dedicated his professional life to giving accident victims the legal representation they need to try to overcome unfair treatment from insurance companies. He has more than a decade of experience representing injured people and families who lost a loved one to a wrongful death accident. He received the Super Lawyers Rising Star award beginning in 2017 and an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell beginning in 2020.
Attorney Rachel Sperling Leonard
Attorney Rachel Sperling Leonard decided to dedicate herself to helping people battle against unfair insurance companies after working in the defense department for an insurance company during college. She saw exactly how insurance companies treated victims, and she now uses her experience and knowledge gained in that job to help our clients seek the best possible award. She received the Super Lawyers Rising Star award beginning in 2021.
Types of Financial Awards You Could Win in a Wrongful Death Case
Our Apple Valley, MN, wrongful death lawyers will attempt to win awards in multiple areas for your family, including:
- Medical expenses incurred trying to save your loved one
- Funeral expenses
- Loss of income
- Loss of companionship
- Pain and suffering your loved one had from the injuries.
The experience of our team is vital in estimating the value of your wrongful death claim. Insurance companies have no incentive to give you a fair offer. They can increase their profit margins by paying you less. Our accurate estimates of the value of your case – based on our past experience with claims similar to yours – ensures that the insurer is treating you fairly.
Which Family Members Can File a Claim
In addition to trying to help you maximize your family’s financial award, we can help you understand the law in Minnesota regarding wrongful death claims. Who can file a wrongful death claim in Minnesota? Only the closest family members can be part of the lawsuit, potentially including:
- Surviving spouse
- Parents
- Grandparents
- Siblings
- Adopted or natural children
- Cousins
- Uncles or aunts
- Nieces or nephews
- Others (eligibility assessed on a case-by-case basis).
Apple Valley, MN, Wrongful Death Lawsuit FAQs
Our Wrongful Death Attorneys in Apple Valley Answer Your Questions
Wrongful death is a painful and emotional situation, which can create a whirlwind of questions. Below, we’ve tried to answer the most urgent and frequent questions we receive. Feel free to get in touch if you have further queries – we are here to help.
What Are the Grounds for a Wrongful Death Claim?
Negligence is the main ground for complaint in a wrongful death claim – a failure to provide a reasonably safe environment or exercise due care or attention. Causing a death during a deliberate assault also may qualify.
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Wrongful Death Claim?
In most cases within Minnesota, the statute of limitations is three years after the date of the deceased person’s death, and no later than six years following the event that caused the underlying injury that led to the fatality.
How Can I Afford Apple Valley, MN, Wrongful Death Attorneys If I File a Claim?
We take on wrongful death cases on a contingency basis, meaning that we won’t take a fee unless we win your case. You do not have to pay us any money at the time you hire us, either, meaning you can afford to hire the legal representation you need.
When Should I Hire Wrongful Death Lawyers to Represent My Family?
Our wrongful death law firm in Apple Valley, MN, always recommends hiring our legal team as early as possible after the fatal accident. This gives us time to investigate the accident while the facts are fresh in the minds of witnesses. Even if you wait, we can often take on the case at any time before you agree to a settlement.
We take pride in keeping our clients informed throughout the progress of the wrongful death lawsuit. We willingly answer your questions as we work toward your best possible outcome. Our client testimonials show the level of care we deliver to our clients in every case.
Contact Our Apple Valley Wrongful Death Lawyers Today for a Free Case Review
When you lose a loved one in an accident, you may be wondering what actions to take next. Our Apple Valley, MN, wrongful death lawyers at Tyroler Leonard Injury Law will help you determine whether filing a lawsuit is the right course of action.
To receive advice about the strength of your case in a free consultation, call us today at 651-259-1113.
Attorney Isaac Tyroler
Attorney Isaac Tyroler has been a strong advocate for injured people his entire legal career. He has a passion for righting wrongs, and he deeply cares about representing injured clients who may feel overwhelmed or uncertain about how to navigate the legal system. He is compassionate toward clients and aggressive with insurance companies and defendants. He is on the elected Board of Governors of the Minnesota Association of Justice (MAJ), the top personal injury lawyers’ group in Minnesota. And is currently the chair of MAJ’s legislative committee. [ Attorney Bio ]
