Louisville, Kentucky, Wrongful Death Attorneys

When we lose a loved one, we become overwhelmed with the irrevocable knowledge that no effort on anyone's part can ever bring them back or replace them. When we lose a loved one because of negligence, the weight of our grief can make us disinclined to undertake the legal action necessary to pursue a monetary settlement. Although grief may cede with time, your need for compensation likely will not.

For a free initial consultation with a wrongful death lawyer at Sitlinger, McGlincy, Theiler & Karem, call 502-410-3847 or click here to reach us online. We treat our clients with empathy and kindness, and we will go the full distance in our efforts to secure for you the settlement that you need.

Prosecuting Wrongful Death Cases in Kentucky

Unfortunately, the law in Kentucky is not always friendly to the plaintiffs in a wrongful death case. The damages awarded by the jury are based on the amount of money the deceased individual would likely have made over the course of the rest of his or her life. So, as callous and regressive as it may sound, the family of a young corporate executive who dies in a fatal accident can expect to receive a much larger settlement than the family of a schoolteacher who was nearing retirement age.

Wrongful death cases are more difficult to prosecute successfully in Kentucky than in other states. Make sure you hire an experienced attorney with a history of good results.

There are a few other factors that enter into the final settlement as well. These can include loss of consortium and companionship for the spouse of the deceased, as well as loss of mentorship for children of the deceased. Unfortunately, these factors are not as significant in Kentucky when determining a settlement as they are in many other states.

At Sitlinger, McGlincy, Theiler & Karem, our attorneys work cooperatively and with a team mentality, so that the collective wisdom and experience of our entire firm is applied to finding solutions for the most complicated problems. We have had successes with many wrongful death claims in the past, and we have developed an excellent standing among Louisville's legal community.

If you have lost a loved one in a wrongful death case, click here or call 502-410-3847 to schedule a free initial consultation with Sitlinger, McGlincy, Theiler & Karem.