Wrongful Death: Medical Malpractice/Personal Injury
Nothing is more devastating than the death of a loved one. If you have lost a family member, the attorneys and staff at De Jong Law Group offer their most sincere condolences.
As a medical malpractice and personal injury firm that has represented many family members in wrongful death claims, we understand that no amount of recovery can ever make up for the loss of a loved one. However, many people find a sense of justice and closure when those responsible for the death of a loved one are held accountable for their actions. Moreover, the loss of a wage earner often leaves a devastating financial hole in the lives of the surviving spouse, for which the law may permit compensation. The loss of the loving human relationship among husband, wife and other family members, is also compensable, if medical malpractice or some other wrongful conduct was the cause of the death.
If you have lost a family member as a result of medical malpractice, motor vehicle accident, or other wrongful conduct, we are pleased to offer a free initial consultation to discuss your legal options so that you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.
To contact a medical malpractice or other personal injury lawyer at our law office in Chicago, Illinois, call 312-346-5500 or contact us by e-mail.
Wrongful Death Actions in Illinois
In the state of Illinois, a person who has lost a family member may receive compensation through a wrongful death claim and also possibly by means of something called a "survival action." A wrongful death claim compensates a plaintiff for the loss of financial support, society and companionship of the loved one they had lost. A survival cause of action compensates a plaintiff for the pain, suffering, disability and disfigurement that the deceased medical malpractice or accident victim suffered prior to death.
The Firm's Medical Experience
David J. De Jong is a licensed medical doctor. He worked as a doctor before founding our firm in 1984. As a result of his medical expertise, and our extensive experience and success in the prosecution of wrongful death claims involving medical malpractice and other wrongful conduct, we efficiently analyze the strengths and weaknesses of a potential case, then provide sound advice to our clients. If you retain us, we put our decades of legal experience and our professional medical background to work for you in seeking the full and fair compensation the law permits.
If You Have Lost a Loved One
If you have lost a family member as a result of medical malpractice, a fatal auto accident or other form of wrongful conduct, contact the De Jong Law Group to learn more about your legal rights and options.
