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Wrongful Death Attorneys
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Wrongful Death Lawyer in Portland, Oregon
Wrongful Death Attorneys Represent Victims of Fatal Injuries in Portland
Losing a loved one is difficult. But if it happens due to someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or carelessness it feels even worse. At Dawson Law Group, we understand this is a difficult time for you and financial impacts can be severe. This makes it important to hire our legal team as soon as possible to represent you and your family as you mourn. You need to focus on comforting your family in this terrible time. We can focus on investigating the facts, hiring the right experts, and making sure to meet all deadlines which can be as short as a few months after an accident. We have years of experience representing families who have lost their loved one too soon.
Types of Wrongful Death Lawsuits
There are many instances where wrongful death may occur in Portland. They include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Slip and falls
- Product liability death
- Workplace accidents
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Regardless of the cause of your loved one’s death, our job is to represent you throughout the legal process to get you the compensation that your family deserves for your loss.
Call to Schedule a Free Consultation with a Wrongful Death Attorney in Portland, Oregon Today
If you’ve lost a loved one due to the recklessness, negligence, or intentional act of another, schedule a free consultation with a personal injury attorney. The Dawson Law Group of Portland, Oregon, is dedicated to investigating your case and helping you recover the maximum compensation possible. Call us at (503) 919-1315 and let us be your legal advocates today.
“The state will pay … the largest settlement in Department of Corrections history … The settlement amount is unprecedented.”
Our Results
Settlement in the death of a prisoner.
Recovered amount for a client injured in an industrial accident.
Settlement achieved on behalf of a client in a 2022 auto accident claim.
Auto accident vs. drunk driver, the bar served a visibly intoxicated patron.
UM Auto Accident settlement.
Recovered for a client injured in an auto accident.
Insurance policy limits recovered for a client injured in an accident
Reviews & Testimonials
Bryan Dawson was a great help to me in settling a personal injury case. He was prompt, transparent, and professional. I really appreciated his honesty in what to expect and what the risks were with any decision I made. By following his expertise, I was able to settle my claim for almost double what I had expected and over 5x the amount I was previously offered. I would absolutely recommend Dawson Law Firm to family and friends. I am so relieved to finally have my case settled with such a positive outcome. Thanks!
My experience was excellent working with Bryan. I was very worried about my situation and sent an email. In a very short time Bryan called me, listened to my situation with nothing but professionalism. Explained simply to me the law and all the sinceraios I needed to understand. Immediately calming my worries. Feeling comfortable right away I called the right person.
Bryan Dawson and his team are great to work with. Bryan is very knowledgeable and helped me on a really complicated claim involving 2 different accidents. I would have never been able to accomplish anywhere close to what they did, while dealing with frustrating insurance companies and their attorneys. I would highly recommend Dawson Law Group to anybody needing some helpful representation for any claims involving auto accidents and/or injuries.
Dawson Law Group consists of great attorneys providing the best help for those in need of attorneys.
I have worked with Bryan Dawson on numerous cases in the past and have found him and his firm to be professional and highly competent. I would recommend the Dawson Law Group to anyone looking for excellent legal representation.
We contacted Bryan Dawson in 2012, after a family tragedy. Bryan’s prompt and compassionate response, coupled with his highly professional service, gave us all the reassurance we needed that we found the right law office. From beginning to end, he and his staff were always available to guide us through our deeply personal and legal process.
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How a Wrongful Death Attorney
Can Help Recover Damages
Wrongful death claims in Oregon are civil lawsuits. Liability in a wrongful death case is in terms of money damages and no criminal convictions are made. Some damages that can be recovered in a wrongful death claim include medical and hospital expenses, funeral and burial expenses, lost wages or benefits, pain and suffering, and loss of companionship or guidance. Punitive damages may also be awarded in Oregon if extreme negligence or intentional behavior applies. A wrongful death claim in Oregon usually must be filed within three years of the date of the deceased person’s final injury. However, much shorter deadlines can affect or even eliminate claims.
Get Experienced and Compassionate Legal Representation
In instances where a person is killed as a result of someone’s negligence or defective product, Oregon law provides a family with the ability to recover damages. At the Dawson Law Group, our wrongful death attorney can represent grieving families. We work diligently to uncover the cause of their loved one’s death and to develop a strong case that gets them the compensation they deserve. We have decades of successfully handling these cases, so we know the factors that lead to families receiving fair compensation. One important factors is that we hear from a family soon so we can investigate while key evidence and witnesses are available.
Our legal team can investigate your situation thoroughly to determine all the moving parts that can be included in your wrongful death lawsuit in Portland. Our goal is to get your family the maximum compensation you deserve for this difficult life event.
Damages in Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Some possible damages that can be recovered in Oregon wrongful death cases can include (and is not limited to):
- Burial or funeral expenses
- Medical or hospital bills
- Lost income/benefits
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of companionship
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Wrongful Death Claims in Oregon
Oregon defines a wrongful death as one “caused by a wrongful act or omission of another.” This essentially is a situation that would have been a personal injury claim if the decedent were alive, so essentially the family files it for them since they have passed on. In most cases, the claim is brought forth by the surviving spouse, child, or parent. However, other family members may be allowed to bring forth wrongful death lawsuits including surviving grandparents, stepparents, stepchildren, or others who could recover damages.
Schedule a Free Consultation Today to Discuss Wrongful Death in Portland
If you or a loved one have died due to the recklessness, carelessness, or negligence in or around Portland, it’s important to call our legal team as quickly as possible. Our team of Portland wrongful death attorneys represents families with success and compassion, helping them maneuver through the legal process. We offer no-cost legal consultations where we can answer any questions about the upcoming wrongful death lawsuit.
Because certain deadlines apply when filing a wrongful death claim, consider contacting our firm sooner than later. Our attorneys are highly qualified in helping clients receive the piece of mind and settling calm that should come from gaining the assistance of an attorney. To learn more, call our Portland, Oregon law office at (503) 919-1315 or (503) 656-0400 today.