Lake Charles, Louisiana, Wrongful Death Attorney
Suffering the death of a loved one is devastating, especially when that death was preventable and caused by another’s negligence. In addition to the personal loss suffered by you and your family, you are often faced with the additional burden of financial setbacks including medical costs, funeral expenses and lost wages. At Baggett, McCall, Burgess, Watson & Gaughan, we have experience helping families recover maximum compensation for their losses, helping the families put their lives back together.
When your family suffers the tragedy of a wrongful death, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Contact us to maximize your recovery and protect your rights after a fatal accident.
Louisiana wrongful death and survival actions
A wrongful death lawsuit or “survival action” allows spouses and dependents to assert the claim of an injury victim who could have sued had he or she survived. The goal of a wrongful death claim is to gain financial compensation for the victim’s family and hold negligent parties accountable. We have experience with claims involving fatal car accidents, disease or and toxic exposure.
Our firm has represented clients in wrongful death claims involving:
- Automobile/car wrecks
- 18-wheeler and truck accidents
- Maritime/offshore accidents
- Onshore/inland rig accidents
- Helicopter and airplane crashes
- Cancer cases
- Construction site and refinery accidents
- Asbestos and mesothelioma
- Defective products
- Heavy equipment failure
Assert your rights against insurance companies
Insurance carriers will seek to limit your claim and minimize damages immediately after an accident. It is important to consult with a law firm you can trust to maximize your recovery and protect your legal rights. Our attorneys will begin an immediate investigation to collect and preserve all necessary evidence for your claim. Whether your claim involves an individual or business, we will aggressively pursue maximum compensation for your losses.
Contact Baggett, McCall, Burgess, Watson & Gaughan in Lake Charles, Louisiana, for a free consultation or call 337-478-8888 or our toll-free number 1-800-256-1137 now to speak directly with an experienced personal injury, wrongful death and chemical exposure lawyer. Choose your lawyer carefully.
