Indianapolis Wrongful Death Lawyer

The experienced Indianapolis wrongful death lawyers at Rob King & Associates, Trial Lawyers want to help you if you’ve experienced the sudden and painful death of a close family member in Indianapolis, IN. Contact us at (317) 916-0000 to schedule a free consultation today.

you may be entitled to compensation. While money won’t turn back time or take away your pain, it can offset the financial burdens you experience and provide a sense of justice when nothing seems right.

For decades, clients have trusted us to help them take on insurance companies, manufacturers, employers, and government agencies after tragedy has struck their families. We’re award-winning trial attorneys who shape Indiana law to benefit injury victims and families. The results we have achieved – which collectively total millions of dollars in damages – have changed lives.

How Rob King & Associates, Trial Lawyers Help Families After Fatal Accidents in Indianapolis, IN

How Rob King & Associates, Trial Lawyers Help Families After Fatal Accidents in Indianapolis, IN

The insurance company may seem sympathetic to your loss. The adjuster will try to appear like they’re on your side. Don’t fall for it. The insurance company will not put your family’s best interests front and center because the insurance company has its own interest in saving money front and center!

In fact, the insurance company will likely use its vast resources to fight your wrongful death claim in any way it can. Hiring an experienced Indianapolis personal injury attorney can ensure a fair fight and help you secure the top-dollar financial recovery you deserve.

Choosing Rob King & Associates, Trial Lawyers means working with litigators recognized for excellence in personal injury law by The National Trial Lawyers, Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, Super Lawyers, and other respected legal organizations. We’ve dedicated our careers to protecting our clients’ rights. In the process, we’ve helped them recover millions of dollars in settlements and jury verdicts.

You can count on our trustworthy legal team to:

  • Investigate the circumstances surrounding your family member’s fatal injuries
  • Gather and evaluate medical records, accident reports, video footage, photographs, witness statements, and other valuable evidence
  • Bring in expert witnesses to collaborate with our skilled legal team throughout the claims process
  • Evaluate your family’s damages and calculate what your wrongful death case is worth
  • File your claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company and/or the local Marion County court clerk
  • Engage in productive negotiations with the defense as we work to secure a maximum settlement agreement on your behalf
  • Help your family understand the potential benefits and/or drawbacks of accepting a settlement offer 
  • Bring your wrongful death lawsuit to trial if the defense won’t take responsibility for your heartbreaking loss

Losing a family member is hard. Getting compensation to help make life a little bit easier doesn’t have to be. At Rob King & Associates, Trial Lawyers, we represent families in wrongful death matters on a contingency fee basis. We don’t get paid unless we recover compensation on your behalf. 

Now is the time to take action, so don’t hesitate to contact our law office in Indianapolis, Indiana, to schedule a free consultation.

How Does Indiana Define Wrongful Death?

Under Indiana law, wrongful death is death “caused by the wrongful act or omission of another.” 

If the decedent had had the right to file a personal injury claim for damages if they’d survived, the right to sue would have been transferred to another party. In these cases, a wrongful death lawsuit can be filed to ensure that the person responsible for a fatal accident is held accountable and that the victim’s family can be compensated for their loss.

What Are the Leading Causes of Wrongful Death in Indianapolis?

Under the right circumstances, just about any accident or criminal act of violence can be deadly.

At Rob King & Associates, Trial Lawyers, we’re proud to fight for families who’ve experienced the wrongful death of close family members as a result of:

  • Car accidents
  • Truck accidents
  • Pedestrian accidents
  • Bicycle accidents
  • Uber and Lyft accidents
  • Mass transit accidents
  • Construction accidents
  • Workplace accidents
  • Medical malpractice
  • Nursing home abuse
  • Birth injuries
  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Dog bites
  • Assault
  • Sexual assault
  • Defective products
  • Boating accidents
  • Catastrophic injuries

Benefit from our 40+ years of experience and genuine passion for justice. Call our Indianapolis law office to discuss the details of your wrongful death claim now. Members of our team are available to help 24 hours a day.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Indiana?

It depends. When an adult’s death is the result of negligence, malpractice, or criminal violence, a wrongful death claim must be filed by the personal representative of the estate. This is often a child, family member, or close family friend. The personal representative will be appointed by the Court after an attorney is hired and files appropriate paperwork with the Court.

Any damages recovered are paid to the decedent’s estate and distributed to surviving heirs, including the surviving spouse, child(ren), and/or parent(s).

When a child’s death is due to someone’s negligence, a wrongful death lawsuit may be brought by their parent(s).

Can Shared Fault Affect My Family’s Wrongful Death Settlement?

Indiana applies a modified comparative negligence statute to most civil personal injury cases. Under the law, a victim’s shared responsibility directly and adversely impacts their ability to recover compensation from a third party. 

Specifically, the right to recover damages is reduced proportionately for the amount of fault born by a victim up to 50%. When a victim’s shared fault exceeds half, the right to recover damages is lost. In most personal injury cases, the plaintiff’s shared fault matters. In wrongful death litigation, the decedent’s shared fault is considered.

So, yes, your family member’s comparative negligence may affect your family’s ability to recover compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit. For example, you could expect to receive 75% of the value of your wrongful death damages if your spouse, who was killed in an Indianapolis car accident, was assigned 25% of the blame for the fatal wreck.

The insurance company will jump at the opportunity to blame your loved one for their fatal injuries. Our Indiana wrongful death attorneys are experienced at dealing with these tactics and have a strategy in place to fight them. We’ll do everything we can to protect your family member’s good name and help you secure the maximum financial award you’re entitled to under the law.

What Damages Can Be Awarded in an Indianapolis Wrongful Death Case?

In Indiana, the amount of damages that can be recovered for a wrongful death depend on the type of wrongful death case and the familial status of the victim. For example, was the victim the breadwinner for the family? Was the victim married? Did the victim pass as result of medical malpractice?

By calling the wrongful death attorneys at Rob KIng & Associates, Trial Lawyers, you can learn what type of wrongful death case you have the damages you may be entitled to recover for the loss of your loved one.

What is the Statute of Limitations on Wrongful Death lawsuits in Indiana?

In most cases, you will have up to two years from the date of your family member’s death to file a wrongful death lawsuit for damages. 

If the statute of limitations expires before you take action, you forfeit the opportunity to hold an insurance company or another liable party accountable for your devastating loss.

Arrange a Free Case Evaluation With an Experienced Indianapolis Wrongful Death Lawyer

Call Rob King & Associates, Trial Lawyers if you’ve recently experienced the wrongful death of a family member in an accident in Indianapolis, Indiana. You have rights, which can include the ability to seek monetary damages from the party responsible for your loved one’s premature death.

Our Indianapolis wrongful death lawyers have the experience, passion, and resources needed to help you maximize your recovery.

We offer families a free case evaluation. Contact our law office in Indianapolis today to schedule a time to discuss the details of your wrongful death case with our team.