Unintentional injuries are a leading cause of death in Utah. A person’s death can happen in many ways: defective products, workplace accidents, and truck accidents, to name a few. Unfortunately, the deceased person’s loved ones are often left with grief, pain, and suffering.
This difficult time should not be more painful than necessary. Our legal advice is to hire a wrongful death attorney so you are not left with medical bills, funeral expenses, and other costs that came from the accident.
We have testimonials from hundreds of clients attesting to the expert way in which we conduct legal action. Helping people in situations like yours is what drives us to do the work we do.
We promise to fight for a fair settlement that provides you with financial support. This wrongful act cannot be undone, but our Salt Lake City wrongful death lawyers promise to ease your burden by any means within our power. Call us today for a free consultation.
If another person’s negligence caused your loved one’s death, you may have a case
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin your case
Gather relevant documents, like a death certificate and medical bills
Your attorney, with the assistance of other experts, will investigate the cause of death
Your attorney will negotiate with the other party in an attempt to settle out of court
If the other party refuses to settle, your attorney will represent you in court
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to several years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
We can help you:
Mark Stewart was a great attorney. My case wasn't easy but he made it seem easy. His main concern was making sure I got all the help I needed medically. He check up on me all the time to see how I was feeling and any questions I had he had answers to and took the time to explain it so I could understand. I hope no one needs a accident attorney but if you do go with Mark
I was referred to The Advocates by a colleague and I don’t think 5 stars is a high enough rating for them. My initial consult was informative and straight to the point. They gave me realistic expectations from the beginning and they were with me every step of the way. They best part is they did everything to maximize my settlement without me having to ask! Very friendly staff!
I was in a motorcycle accident back in February and I called the Advocates the next day and they’ve been on my case ever since. They always kept me up to date on what was going on with my case and they were able to get me a good chunk of the settlement. They have been great to work with!
I recently was in a motorcycle accident, and after fighting with my insurance I reached out to Brad Johnson with The Advocates. I couldn't be happier and more thankful for the help I received from him, and his team. They made me feel like I was well taken care of, and got me the settlement I needed. I highly recommend going to Brad if you have any legal issues and need assistance. If anything like this happens in my future he will be the first person I reach out to.
The foundation of a wrongful death claim is the loss of a loved one, which can occur in a variety of ways:
Your wrongful death claim will be a civil case, not a criminal one. The Advocates’ goal is not to inflict punitive damages against the responsible party but to ensure you and your family do not suffer more harm than necessary.
The purpose of a civil case is to provide you with compensation. The purpose of a criminal case is to punish the behavior of the responsible party.
Personal injury claims, a wrongful death suit—every case is different and causes different damages.
In general, here is what people generally sue for in a wrongful death claim:
Usually, the executor is responsible for filing a wrongful death claim. They will be named in the deceased’s will.
If there is no will, a judge will appoint an executor. The following groups are typically given charge of the decedent’s estate:
