After the unexpected loss of a loved one from a catastrophic motor vehicle, slip and fall, drowning, or workplace accident, the last thing you want to deal with is a pushy insurance adjuster. Legally, you don’t have to speak with them immediately. You have the right to seek legal counsel first.
That way, you can learn more about your legal rights and seek guidance on how to work through the process of filing a wrongful death claim. In fact, it is in your best interest to have an attorney—that makes you a priority—handle all communications between you and the at-fault party’s insurance adjuster.
With that in mind, our Davenport wrongful death lawyers have the following key points to share regarding how to deal with an Iowa insurance adjuster after a wrongful death.
How an Attorney Can Help with Insurance Adjusters
It’s natural and important to take time to grieve the passing of a loved one. This is especially true when a wrongful death occurs because the loved one’s passing is unexpected. It’s also understandable that such an unexpected loss can make it hard for you to focus on daily tasks and process complex legal matters.
An injury attorney can help alleviate some of this stress by serving as a buffer against aggressive insurance adjusters. As your legal representative, they will know how to prevent an adjuster from taking advantage of your grief.
More specifically, how to push back if an insurance adjuster tries to pressure you into settling quickly for less or if an adjuster tries to take something said or done out of context to disqualify or reduce the total damages you may be entitled to as a survivor.
A wrongful death attorney can also help survivors with a wrongful death claim by:
- Investigating and gathering evidence
- Calculating and negotiating a fair value for your claim
- Representing you in court if necessary
- Making sure that you meet any required legal deadlines
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How Much Is My Wrongful Death Claim Worth?
Not all wrongful death claims are the same. Therefore, you need a lawyer to properly calculate and determine a fair value for potential damages and incurred losses.
For example, the final total of compensatory damages that you may be entitled to receive may include:
- Loss of the deceased’s income
- Unpaid medical bills, funeral, and burial costs
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of care and companionship
- Additional out-of-pocket expenses
Key takeaway: A wrongful death lawyer can help evaluate any offers received by an insurance adjuster. Further, at Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham, we can ensure that you receive fair compensation for the damages created by the negligent actions of another. Finally, we are prepared to prioritize you and represent your best interests in and out of court.
How to Get Help After a Loved One Dies Due to the Negligence
If you’ve lost a loved one due to wrongful death, you would greatly benefit by contacting Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham for a free consultation. To set up your confidential appointment with one of our experienced Davenport wrongful death attorneys, call our office directly at (309) 794-1515 , online through LiveChat, or a contact form. We won’t let insurance adjusters take advantage of you or your family.