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Losing a loved one is among life’s most profound challenges. The pain is magnified when their passing results from someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we recognize the emotional and financial toll a wrongful death can impose on families.
Our experienced personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin commit themselves to taking on the legal complexities so clients can focus on healing while we seek justice for their loss.
Selecting the right personal injury attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of your wrongful death case. We take pride in offering personal services, focusing on pursuing results that really matter to our clients.
Our tailored approach, avoiding unhelpful cookie-cutter solutions, ensures every case gets the focused attention it deserves. We believe that understanding your unique situation is the foundation of a successful legal strategy. We listen carefully and create a custom plan fit for your compensation needs.
Here’s what makes us stand out:
At Pemberton, our mission is simple: to help injured people secure the justice and support they need to move forward. You don’t have to face this alone—we’re here to help every step of the way.
In Wisconsin, wrongful death occurs when a person’s life is cut short due to the negligence or intentional actions of another party. These cases can stem from incidents such as:
A wrongful death claim seeks to compensate surviving loved ones for the financial losses and emotional suffering.
In Wisconsin, compensation in a wrongful death claim is distributed based on the relationship to the deceased. Under state law, the surviving spouse or domestic partner generally has the first right to recover damages.
If no spouse or partner exists, the following people may make claims:
Each case is unique, and determining eligibility often requires a detailed assessment by a knowledgeable attorney.
The loss of a loved one affects families in countless ways. The law allows for the recovery of several types of damages, including:
Calculating these damages requires careful evaluation to ensure all losses are accounted for, which is why working with an experienced attorney is essential.
The court may distribute compensation among beneficiaries based on their dependency on the deceased or the extent of their losses
The duration of a wrongful death lawsuit in Wisconsin varies widely, depending on factors like the complexity of the case, the court’s schedule, and whether the case is settled out of court or goes to trial. Many cases resolve within several months to a few years.
If liability is clear and a settlement is reached, the process is usually faster. It may end in less than a year. However, cases requiring extensive discovery, expert testimony, or a trial can take two years or more to resolve. Appeals, if pursued, add additional time to the process.
Navigating the legal process during such a difficult time can be overwhelming. An experienced wrongful death lawyer can:
At Pemberton Personal Injury, we offer a client-focused approach. Our team is dedicated to understanding your family’s unique situation and tailoring our strategies to your needs.
In Wisconsin, wrongful death claims must be filed within a specific time frame:
Missing these deadlines can cause you to forfeit your right to seek compensation, so it’s crucial to act promptly.
Our firm has a proven track record of success, recovering significant settlements for grieving families. Beyond results, we are known for our compassionate approach and commitment to justice. We have no upfront fees, and you don’t pay unless we win.
If you’ve lost a loved one due to negligence or intentional harm, we’re here to help you understand your options and pursue justice. Contact Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm today for a free case evaluation to discuss your case and how we can support you during this difficult time.
Insurance companies profit when you lose. Every claim they deny, every settlement they lowball, every injured person they convince to accept less—that’s money in their pocket. And they’re very good at what they do.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we’ve made it our mission to take on the insurance companies that put profits over people. We know every underhanded tactic they’ll use to cheat you out of fair compensation, and we’re prepared to fight fire with fire. When insurance adjusters see us coming, they know they’re in for a real battle. You didn’t ask to be injured.
You didn’t ask to fight a billion-dollar corporation. But now that you’re here, you deserve lawyers who will go to war for you. We don’t settle for less than full compensation, we don’t back down from tough fights, and we don’t let insurance companies bully our clients. PERIOD.
Life following a serious injury can bring intense emotions and pain. Accident victims often hope to get their lives back on track, only to be held back by the demands involved with personal injury claims. This is especially the case for individuals who become hospitalized. Wherever you are in the process, we’d be glad to help.
Our injury lawyers in Wisconsin step up to represent you. At Pemberton, we provide this advocacy at every step in the injury claims process so you can be on your way to feeling like yourself again.
Contact our Wisconsin personal injury attorneys at (608) 737-3498 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys. We will create a plan together to help you protect your rights and get you back to your life.
$33M+ Won For Our Clients
The client’s loved one suffered a fatal injury in an auto collision that resulted in over $382,000 in medical bills. Acting as the family’s second attorney, we navigated difficult policy-limit issues and secured a $1,000,000 settlement. While the case had greater overall value and the family would have liked a higher recovery, they chose to settle to avoid prolonged litigation and move forward.
In this wrongful death case, the client’s loved one was tragically killed while crossing the street as a pedestrian when struck by an inattentive driver. The collision caused fatal injuries, including massive brain hemorrhage and associated fractures.
Medical bills totaled approximately $89,000, and we pursued justice on behalf of the family. While we could have accepted the policy limits earlier, the family wanted to ensure accountability. Through extensive negotiations, we secured $600,000, including $100,000 the at-fault party paid out of pocket above policy limits to settle the case and provide the family with meaningful closure.
The client’s loved one tragically choked to death. With medical bills of $1,300, we pursued the family’s claim and negotiated a $140,000 settlement to cover medical and funeral-related costs and provide the family with timely compensation so they could move forward without prolonged litigation.
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”
“Focus on healing and we will take care of everything on the legal side”
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”
