Is It Necessary to Hire A Wrongful Death Lawyer in Arizona?

We understand that after the passing of a loved one, you may be hesitant to hire a wrongful death attorney because you have other things to focus on. You may want to plan the funeral so that it honors your loved one and helps you and your family go through the grieving process as you mourn their death. However, this, understandably, does not leave much time for any legal battle when someone else has caused the death of your loved one. If you would like to learn more about how working with a wrongful death attorney can help you with the grieving process and what they can do for you legally, read on. 

How a Wrongful Death Attorney Can Help

You may be considering going through a legal battle because you believe the person who caused your loved one’s wrongful death should understand the hurt and pain they have caused. If you are thinking of bringing forward a wrongful death lawsuit, you should not do this alone. 

1. Your attorney can save you more in the long run. When it comes to legal battles, you do not want to pursue one on your own. Especially if you have no legal experience, bringing forward a lawsuit can be extremely complicated and time-consuming. In the end, you may spend significantly more time and money on this lawsuit (and get less out of it) than you would if you had a wrongful death attorney on your side. If you miss filing a document or a deadline, your suit could be dropped. 
2. Your attorney knows wrongful death lawsuits. If you think all attorneys are created equal, that isn’t the case. Someone who specializes in wrongful death claims will understand the ins and outs of that type of lawsuit specifically, and they will be exactly who you need during this difficult time. 
3. Your attorney can help value your claim. While this will not necessarily be the final value you could receive if you win your wrongful death lawsuit, they can work with you to consider compensation for things like pain and suffering, medical bills and expenses, and funeral costs. You may be able to get compensation for things you haven’t thought of yet. 

When it comes to a wrongful death lawsuit, you already have too much on your plate. If you are asking yourself, ‘Is it necessary to hire a wrongful death lawyer?’ give us a call today at Saavedra Law Firm. One of our attorneys can review your case to see what they can do for you during this time. 

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