Massachusetts Wrongful Death Attorney: Auto Accidents
Nothing is more devastating than the loss of a loved one. The law office of Robert C. Whitcomb extends its sincere condolences to the family members of anyone who has been fatally injured in an auto accident.
Tragically, there are thousands of people every year who die as a result of car, truck and motorcycle accidents. Even more tragic is the fact that most fatal auto accidents are entirely preventable. The majority of traffic fatalities occur as a result of negligent drivers.
Common causes of fatal auto accidents include drunk driving, inattentive driving, speeding, aggressive driving, negligent use of cell phones and failure to obey traffic laws. At the law office of Robert C. Whitcomb, we hold negligent drivers responsible for the injuries caused by recklessness and negligence.
If you are the family member of a driver who was injured in a fatal accident in Worcester County or the surrounding areas of Massachusetts, we encourage you to protect your rights by speaking with an attorney. We offer a free and informative consultation to discuss your legal rights and options. To schedule an appointment with a personal injury lawyer at our Worcester law office, call 508-471-3037 or contact us toll-free at 866-450-5440.
Wrongful Death Claims
In the state of Massachusetts, a wrongful death claim is filed the estate of the deceased. Spouses, parents and children may receive compensation from a wrongful death claim. In cases where the deceased has no surviving spouse or children, a sibling may recover financial compensation.
To succeed on a wrongful death claim, the plaintiff must satisfy the same burden of proof as in any personal injury case. Therefore, to succeed in a wrongful death claim for a car, truck or motorcycle accident, a plaintiff must establish that the defendant was negligent and caused the death of the deceased.
There are many types of damages that may be recovered in a wrongful death suit, including pain and suffering, loss of financial support, loss of companionship and pain and suffering that was experienced by the deceased immediately prior to their death. In limited cases, punitive damages may also be recovered.
Our Experience
Our attorney, Robert C. Whitcomb, has been handling personal injury cases for more than 15 years. He has personally handled more than a thousand personal injury cases over the course of his career, including hundreds of auto accident claims. He has extensive experience in cases involving severe injury and wrongful death.
Attorney Robert Whitcomb is known as a dedicated advocate for the rights of personal injury victims and their families. He aggressively pursues full and fair compensation for people who have been injured by the negligence and wrongdoing of others.
Contact Us
If you have suffered the loss of a loved one because a driver was speeding, driving while intoxicated, driving recklessly or operating a motor vehicle in a negligent manner, you may have a right to recover financial compensation for your loss. To speak with an attorney and learn more about your rights, contact the law office of Robert C. Whitcomb.
