St. Paul Wrongful Death Attorneys
When You Need a Wrongful Death Lawyer in St. Paul
When you need a St. Paul wrongful death lawyer, Tyroler Leonard Injury Law can provide the assistance you need. Our wrongful death attorneys provide you the support and experience you need in the courtroom to receive the compensation and justice you and your family are due. Tragedy can occur at any time and when someone is killed by the negligence of another you do have options under the law. When you have lost a loved one calling an attorney may not be the first thing on your mind, but it is an important step to keep your family safe. We will not let an insurance company deny you a claim you are rightfully due, we will protect you and allow you the time needed to grieve and heal while we work the case.
Holding The Responsible Parties Accountable
When someone you care about has been killed by the negligence of another it is of utmost importance to hold the negligent party accountable. At Tyroler Leonard Injury Law we make sure your claim is served to all the correct and responsible parties. A negligent party can be an individual who acted without proper care, or a company that released a faulty product. It can also include property owners who knowingly let a property become unsafe due to a lack of proper oversight and those whose violent criminal actions cause wrongful death. We will find those who are responsible and pursue them for fair compensation on your behalf.
The Importance of Time in A Wrongful Death Claim
In Minnesota, there is a statute of limitations for a wrongful death claim. When your loved one has passed away due to negligence you have three years to file a wrongful death claim and, in some cases, up to six if the negligence is not discovered until after the fact. No matter the time frame it is important to call our St. Paul wrongful death lawyers as soon as possible. While several years seem like a long time in the context of a wrongful death claim it is not. Tasks such as reaching out to the legal next of kin, establishing a trustee, collecting evidence, and filing court documentation all take time.
The Value of a Wrongful Death Claim
Calculating what you are rightfully due in a wrongful death claim is very challenging. This is because there is a wide range of judgment amounts ranging from hundreds of thousands of dollars to millions. This is one reason legal representation is so valuable. We know that no amount of money can replace a beloved member of your family, but you should always be fairly compensated. Claims can be calculated based on several factors including:
- The role of the decedent in your family
- Their overall health
- Their financial earnings and occupation
- Their life expectancy and age
- Medical bills resulting from injuries that lead to a wrongful death
- Burial expenses
- Legal obligation to support the surviving spouse or next of kin
- A value to be placed on the quality-of-life factors that the decedent would have provided had they lived such as comfort, assistance, protection, and advice.
Note that Minnesota does allow for pain and suffering. Also, juries are directly instructed to ignore grief when making a monetary judgment against a negligent party. Our attorneys will provide you with the representation you need to support your case, and get you the compensation you are rightly due under the law.
How Tyroler Leonard Injury Law Can Help You
When you need a wrongful death attorney in St. Paul, we provide the expertise and support you need. We know this is a traumatic time in your life, and you are experiencing a great deal of stress, pain, and suffering. We will do all we can to support you by handling your claim and the associated legal battle. By trusting us to handle the legal aspect of your loved one’s wrongful death, you can spend your time focusing on the grieving process, your mental health, and your family. During such a trying time you should not have to worry about your finances and the associated financial burden a wrongful death can cause. While you cannot ignore these issues by trusting them to us, you can rest easier knowing that your claim is in good hands. We will do all in our power to help you get the best possible outcome in such a trying time in your life. You can schedule a free consultation to see how we can help you. Reach out today at 651-259-1113 to learn more.
A Client Testimonial
“Working directly with Isaac during such a difficult and challenging time in my life was such a blessing. I could not have asked for a more hard-working, compassionate lawyer to handle my case. My calls and questions were always answered and more importantly, the communication was top-notch! I highly recommend hiring Isaac for your case!” – Kelly Dekowsky (Google Review)
FAQs
We will always answer your questions before moving forward, and some of the most common questions people ask us include:
How Do You Define a Wrongful Death Claim?
In Minnesota, a wrongful death claim is defined as a person’s death being caused due to the actions of another person or company. When such an event occurs the next of kin have the right to file a claim against those who caused the death of their family member.
Will Insurance Cover the Negligent Party?
Typically, if the negligent party has the correct policy their insurance will cover it. It does depend on the details, however, and while auto insurance and home insurance policies do provide coverage, a wrongful death at work is the exception as these are covered under worker’s compensation laws. There are cases though where a coworker was an employee of a different company and worked at the same job site as the deceased and there could be a claim against the other employee and their employer depending on the circumstances.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
In Minnesota, a wrongful death claim must be brought by a wrongful death trustee. Under state law, the trustee must be a suitable and competent person. To legally appoint a trustee to bring your case a petition must be presented to the court on behalf of the deceased’s surviving spouse or if none is available the next of kin. The easiest way to handle this part of the process is to hire a wrongful death lawyer who will meet with you and your family to prepare the proper paperwork, including the trustee petition. Your attorney then represents the trustee for you to bring the claim against the party who is responsible for the wrongful death of your family member.
How Is Money Distributed
Once a settlement has been reached the trustee will petition the court to approve a distribution plan. The easiest way to have a distribution plan approved is to have all the next of kin agree with the plan. However, if they do not things can become complicated. When the next of kin disagrees, the trustee will propose a solution based on deciding factors and present it to the judge. A hearing will occur to allow for any next of kin to contest the petition. If no one does so the judge will approve the distribution. In cases of contesting the next of kin will be allowed to testify before the judge makes a final decision. While normally the trustee is the only one with an attorney, the next of kin does have a right to hire one.
No matter if you’re a trustee or next of kin you should get in touch with our wrongful death attorneys in St. Paul to be properly represented.
Are No-Fault Benefits Available for Fatal Car Accidents?
If your loved one is killed in an auto accident there are no-fault benefits available. Such benefits are split into different pools. These include:
- Medical bills, which occur before passing, cover up to $20,000.
- Other expenses such as:
- lost income
- economic loss benefits for survivors, and survivor replacement service losses, covered up to $20,000. This is split between a max of $5,000 for funerals or cremations, and $500 per week in income loss for the period before the person’s death. If there are dependents, they are to be paid $500 per week after the death of their family member.
- replacement expenses for services that an injured person could not perform awarded up to $200 per week.
Are Wrongful Deaths a Common Event?
As surprising as it may be, wrongful deaths are a common event in the United States. There are hundreds of thousands of such deaths reported every year. If you have lost a loved one due to a wrongful death you are not alone. It is a sadly common event and one we do our best to help with. We support you in the courtroom and out of it and when you need a St. Paul wrongful death attorney, we can help you. You will have our full support throughout the entire legal process.
These may not be your only questions; our attorneys will discuss your specific concerns in your initial consultation.
Insurance Companies
When you file a claim with your insurance company for wrongful death the insurance company is likely to dispute it, and you may be wondering why that is. Personal injury and wrongful death claims result in compensations far larger than other types of insurance claims. For financial reasons, insurance companies do not want to pay out such large claims if they can avoid it. This is one of the reasons that having a wrongful death attorney is so important. When you hire us, we will make sure you receive what you are rightfully due. Our St. Paul personal injury lawyers will review your case in detail and argue for your full compensation. If your case has to go before a judge or jury, we will argue on your behalf.
Contact Tyroler Leonard Injury Law Today
The loss of a loved one is a devastating event, and it can be made even more so if it is a wrongful death. Contact the offices of Tyroler Leonard Injury Law today to see what options are available for you to seek the justice you and your loved ones are owed. We will walk you through every step of the legal process and help you work out your claim from start to finish. With our assistance, you can rest assured that your legal and financial burdens will be handled while you focus on your health and well-being.
You deserve to have your case heard before the legal system and to have representation that is both experienced and compassionate. We are the right choice for your case.
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 ]
